About this Location

Facility Overview

Conveniently situated in the historic heart of Lower Downtown (LoDo) Denver, the parking facility at 1709 Blake Street provides premier self-parking for visitors, business professionals, and sports enthusiasts. Operating as a clean, open-air surface parking lot, it features a straightforward drive-in layout with well-marked standard stalls. Because the lot has an open-sky design with no overhead structures or ceiling decks, there are no vertical clearance restrictions. This open layout makes it an outstanding choice for standard sedans, crossover SUVs, lifted four-wheel-drive trucks, work vans, and vehicles equipped with roof racks or bike carriers that cannot easily enter standard underground downtown garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This location boasts one of the most walk-friendly coordinates in downtown Denver, placing drivers within effortless reach of top dining, cultural, and sporting venues:

Coors Field: Home of the Colorado Rockies, located just three blocks away (approximately a 5- to 7-minute stroll northeast along Blake Street).
Denver Union Station: A historic transit and dining hub located three blocks west (5-minute walk), featuring the Great Hall, Crawford Hotel, and acclaimed restaurants.
The Dairy Block & Denver Milk Market: A vibrant micro-district of craft bars, boutiques, and artisan eateries situated just one block away on 18th and Wazee.
McGregor Square: An entertainment plaza next to Coors Field featuring a sprawling outdoor LED screen, restaurants, and retail spaces (6-minute walk).
16th Street Mall: Denver\'s famous pedestrian promenade located two blocks away, offering extensive shopping, dining, and free transit shuttles.
Larimer Square: Denver\'s iconic historic block known for outdoor patio dining and boutique retail (approximately an 8-minute walk).

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress is positioned directly along Blake Street, which operates as a one-way street traveling northeast through LoDo. Drivers arriving from Interstate 25 can easily take the 20th Street or Park Avenue West exits, heading southeast before turning onto Blake Street. Exiting into LoDo traffic is direct, though drivers should anticipate event-related street closures immediately surrounding Coors Field on game days. For regional commuters, the lot offers unrivaled transit connectivity: Denver Union Station is only steps away, offering light rail and commuter lines (including the RTD A-Line direct to Denver International Airport, B-Line, G-Line, and N-Line), as well as the regional bus concourse and the Free MallRide shuttle.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking format with unlimited overhead vehicle clearance
Convenient 24/7 drive-up access and automated operations
Mobile payment integration supporting contactless payment via smartphone QR code, text-to-pay, or regional parking apps
Designated accessible (ADA) parking bays positioned near level sidewalk exit paths
Well-illuminated premises for nighttime visits and post-event departures

Ideal For

Game-Day Fans & Concertgoers: Ideal proximity for avoiding the immediate gridlock adjacent to Coors Field gates while staying within a short walking distance.
LoDo Diners & Nightlife Guests: Easy step-in access to the renowned pubs, breweries, and upscale cocktail lounges flanking Blake and Market streets.
High-Profile & Oversized Vehicles: Excellent for pickup drivers and rack-equipped mountain vehicles seeking parking free from low clearance warnings.
Business Commuters: Fast, convenient surface access for professionals working in central LoDo commercial offices and shared workspaces.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Because Blake Street is one-way, navigate into the right-hand lane as you cross 17th Street to make a smooth turn into the lot entrance. During Colorado Rockies home games, opening days, and weekend summer festivals, this lot often experiences high demand; arriving 45 to 60 minutes before scheduled event start times is highly recommended. Always record your vehicle license plate accurately on the on-site payment machine or payment app immediately upon parking to ensure a seamless visit.