About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the pulsating core of Denver’s historic Lower Downtown (LoDo) district, REEF Parking at 1735 Blake Street provides a premier, secure parking solution for sports enthusiasts, night owls, and downtown professionals. The facility operates as an open-air surface parking lot set against the charming turn-of-the-century red brick architecture characteristic of Blake Street. Because it is an open surface footprint rather than an enclosed subterranean or multi-level garage, this lot features completely open headroom with no vertical overhead clearance restrictions. This makes it an exceptional choice for taller vehicles that typically struggle in downtown garages, including lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs with rooftop cargo boxes or bike racks, commercial vans, and passenger cars alike.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The 1735 Blake Street lot boasts one of the most walk-accessible locations in all of downtown Denver, placing visitors within easy walking distance of major sports, entertainment, and culinary hubs:

Coors Field: Home of the Colorado Rockies, located just two and a half blocks northeast along Blake Street (approx. 4 to 6 minutes on foot), making it one of the most convenient game-day parking choices.
Denver Union Station: Situated only two blocks northwest along 17th Street (a 5-minute walk), providing immediate access to the Great Hall, boutique shopping, and high-end dining.
The Dairy Block: Just one block away on 18th and Wazee, featuring the celebrated Denver Milk Market food hall and lively alleyway venues.
16th Street Mall & Larimer Square: Located one to four blocks southwest, delivering dozens of premier restaurants, cocktail lounges, comedy clubs, and retail shops.
Ball Arena & Elitch Gardens: Situated approximately 0.8 miles away across Speer Boulevard, accessible within a pleasant 15-to-18-minute stroll.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Drivers approach the facility via Blake Street, a prominent one-way street heading northeast through LoDo toward Coors Field. The lot provides clear curb cut ingress directly off the right side of Blake Street between 17th and 18th Streets. Following major Rockies games or weekend peak hours, exiting drivers can easily navigate down Blake Street toward Park Avenue West or 20th Street to quickly connect to Interstate 25 (I-25) and Interstate 70 (I-70).

For regional commuters and travelers, transit connectivity is unmatched. Denver Union Station serves as the nexus for the RTD Commuter Rail system (including the A-Line direct train to Denver International Airport), multiple light rail lines (E, W), and regional bus gates. In addition, the complimentary Free MallRide bus runs continuously down nearby 16th Street, offering effortless transit through the central business district up to Civic Center Station.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous maneuvering room and zero overhead height restrictions accommodate standard and oversized vehicles.
Contactless Mobile Payments: Drivers can pay quickly on arrival via QR code signage or mobile parking apps such as ParkMobile and Reef/ParkChirp.
On-Site Automated Pay Stations: Convenient credit card-enabled kiosks available on site for walk-up payment processing.
24/7 Accessibility: Continuous around-the-clock access allows patrons to retrieve their vehicles at any hour after late games or concerts.
Well-Lit & Maintained: High-visibility floodlighting ensures well-illuminated grounds during night games and weekend evening events.
Designated Accessible Spaces: ADA-compliant parking stalls marked for convenient, barrier-free access.

Ideal For

Rockies Baseball Fans: Beat stadium gridlock by parking a few blocks out and enjoying an energetic walk down Blake Street.
LoDo Nightlife & Dining Patrons: Perfect base for dining at nearby establishments like The Tavern Downtown, Cherry Cricket Ballpark, and Wynkoop Brewing.
Denver Union Station Commuters: Convenient park-and-ride option for those catching regional trains or the A-Line train to DIA.
High-Profile & Oversized Vehicles: Excellent for full-size pickups, utility vans, and vehicles with rooftop carriers unable to enter low-ceiling parking decks.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During Colorado Rockies home games, opening days, and summer weekend evenings, parking demand along Blake Street surges significantly. Drivers are strongly advised to arrive at least 45 to 60 minutes prior to the first pitch or reservation time to secure a spot before the lot fills. Pay attention to event-day dynamic pricing notices, and remember to enter your vehicle\'s license plate number accurately at the pay machine or in your mobile payment app to prevent enforcement citations or booting.