Facility Overview

The Randolph & Highway 17 parking facility is a strategically positioned public surface park-and-ride lot located at 4441 Randolph Rd NE in Moses Lake, Washington. Positioned directly at the junction of State Route 17 (WA-17) and Randolph Road NE, this open-air lot provides vital parking infrastructure for commuters, commercial transit riders, and regional travelers in northern Grant County. Designed with an open, ground-level footprint without overhead deck restrictions, the facility easily accommodates all standard vehicle profiles, including passenger sedans, crossover utility vehicles, extended cab pickup trucks, high-roof cargo vans, and fleet transport vehicles.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in the active transport and industrial corridor north of central Moses Lake, this lot serves as a primary access point for several key regional destinations and employers:

• Grant County International Airport (MWH): Located less than 3 miles west via Randolph Road NE, an aviation and industrial hub serving commercial testing, cargo, and flight training.
• Big Bend Community College: Situated approximately 2.5 miles southwest, making this location a practical transfer point for students, staff, and faculty commuting from Ephrata, Soap Lake, or rural Grant County.
• Moses Lake Industrial Park: Home to leading technology, manufacturing, and aerospace operations, accessible within a 5-to-10-minute drive.
• Grant County Fairgrounds: Located roughly 4 miles south, hosting regional agricultural shows, rodeos, concerts, and community events throughout the year.
• Downtown Moses Lake & Surf \'n Slide Water Park: Approximately 6 miles south via WA-17, offering lakeshore parks, dining, and family entertainment.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicular ingress and egress are exceptionally smooth thanks to direct access points along Randolph Road NE and immediate proximity to State Route 17 (WA-17). WA-17 connects Moses Lake directly north to Ephrata and Soap Lake and south to Interstate 90 (I-90), ensuring rapid regional transit without city street congestion. The facility connects directly to Grant Transit Authority (GTA) regional bus services, providing fixed-route and dial-a-ride options connecting rural county communities, regional business parks, and municipal transit transfers.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Spacious, fully paved open-air surface parking lot with designated painted stalls.
• Zero vertical clearance restrictions, making it suitable for oversized personal trucks and high-profile work vans.
• Grant Transit Authority (GTA) transit connectivity and designated passenger pick-up/drop-off areas.
• Designated accessible (ADA) parking spaces located adjacent to transit shelter zones.
• Overhead area lighting providing evening illumination and enhanced visibility for early-morning or late-night commuters.
• Complimentary commuter parking without ticketing or parking fees.

Ideal For

• Daily commuters carpooling or vanpooling along the Highway 17 / I-90 employment corridors.
• Students and faculty commuting north to Big Bend Community College.
• Aerospace, flight-test, and technology workers based around Grant County International Airport.
• Regional bus riders transferring onto Grant Transit Authority routes across Grant County.
• Rideshare carpool meetups and long-distance day trippers exploring central Washington.

Visitor & Driver Tips

As an open regional commuter facility, parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis with peak arrival times occurring on weekday mornings between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM. While the facility provides ample capacity on most weekdays, arriving early ensures parking near the transit stop and entrance. Drivers should ensure their vehicles are securely locked and all valuables are kept out of sight before boarding transit or rideshares. Overnight parking should comply with posted Grant County and WSDOT park-and-ride guidelines.