Facility Overview
The Sacred Heart Church Parking Lot is a spacious, open-air surface parking facility situated on Evans Drive adjacent to South Peters Avenue on the west side of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Serving the Sacred Heart Church campus—part of the Holy Family Catholic Community—this dedicated asphalt lot offers generous spacing and straightforward, level ground maneuvering. Because it is an open-air surface facility with no overhead decks, height restrictions, or clearance beams, it easily accommodates all vehicle classes, including full-size pickup trucks, large SUVs, passenger vans, and high-profile work vehicles.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Conveniently located near the commercial junction of South Peters Avenue and West Johnson Street (State Highway 23), this parking area serves parish visitors and offers convenient access to surrounding west-side Fond du Lac amenities:
- Holy Family Parish / Sacred Heart Church: Direct, on-site parking for weekend worship, weddings, funerals, community ministries, and pastoral events.
- West Johnson Street Retail Corridor: Located less than a mile north, offering easy access to shopping centers, grocers, and dining spots such as Culver\'s, Applebee\'s, and local diners.
- Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds: Situated approximately 2 miles southeast, hosting county fairs, equestrian competitions, and seasonal expos.
- Buttermilk Creek Park: Located about 1.5 miles east, famous for summer concerts at the Buttermilk Performance Center, playground facilities, and walking paths.
- Lake Winnebago & Lakeside Park: Located roughly 3 miles to the northeast, offering scenic waterfront dining, boating launches, and community festivals.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
The lot provides seamless ingress and egress via Evans Drive, connecting immediately with South Peters Avenue and West 9th Street. Drivers traveling regionally benefit from rapid access to Interstate 41 (I-41) and Highway 23 (W Johnson St), both accessible within a 2- to 3-minute drive. Fond du Lac Area Transit (FDLAT) bus routes serve the nearby Peters Avenue and Johnson Street corridors, linking the area to the central downtown transit center. Broad lanes and multiple curb cuts ensure smooth entry and departure, even during high-attendance religious services or community gatherings.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous outdoor stalls with wide turnaround radius and no vertical height limitations.
- Designated Accessible Spaces: Clearly marked ADA-compliant stalls positioned close to main building entrances and paved walkways for step-free access.
- Lighting & Visibility: Perimeter pole illumination provides good visibility and comfort during early morning and evening hours.
- Paved & Marked Layout: Freshly striped standard stalls with two-way drive aisles ensuring easy parallel and pull-in maneuvering.
- Complimentary Visitor Parking: Open for parish services, community meetings, and authorized local activities without paid gate meters.
Ideal For
- Parishioners attending Saturday vigil and Sunday morning masses, baptisms, and parish events.
- Visitors attending community outreach meetings, educational programs, and faith fellowship functions.
- Families and event attendees seeking accessible, step-free parking for weddings, memorials, and receptions.
- Commuters and travelers needing quick, convenient vehicle stops right off the Interstate 41 corridor.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Peak congestion occurs before and after weekend religious services (especially Sunday mornings) and during holiday liturgies like Easter and Christmas; arriving 15 to 20 minutes early ensures the closest spaces to the church entrance. During Wisconsin winter months, the lot is regularly plowed, but caution is advised on packed snow near curbs and walkways. Please observe posted signage regarding reserved clergy stalls, loading zones, and private property guidelines during non-service hours.
