About this Location

Facility Overview

Universal Parking at Riverside Centre is situated at 5100 S Macadam Avenue in the scenic South Portland and Johns Landing riverfront commercial district. The parking facility serves the multi-tenant Riverside Centre office complex and surrounding riverside establishments. Offering a blend of covered structured parking and open surface parking stalls, the facility accommodates everyday office personnel, medical clients, and recreational visitors exploring the adjacent Willamette River corridor. Standard passenger cars, crossover SUVs, and light trucks navigate the facility with ease. Drivers of oversized vehicles, commercial vans, or trucks with elevated roof racks should pay attention to clearance markers at the garage entrance portals, though outdoor surface stalls provide open headroom without vertical restrictions.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned right along the South Macadam commercial spine, this facility provides rapid pedestrian access to an array of riverside parks, professional offices, and local dining destinations:

Willamette Greenway Trail: Located just steps east of the property, offering paved multi-use paths ideal for walking, running, and cycling along the riverbank.
Willamette Park: Situated approximately a 10-minute walk south (0.5 miles), featuring soccer fields, off-leash dog areas, and boat launch facilities.
Johns Landing Dining & Retail: Close to popular local eateries such as the historic Buffalo Gap Saloon & Grill, Elephants Delicatessen on Corbett, and riverside cafes within a 5- to 10-minute walk.
OHSU & South Waterfront District: Located just two miles north, offering seamless connectivity to the Oregon Health & Science University campuses via Macadam Avenue or the Portland Aerial Tram.
Sellwood Riverfront Park: Accessible within a 5-minute drive via the nearby Sellwood Bridge directly south.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Entering and exiting the Riverside Centre parking facility is straightforward via South Macadam Avenue (Oregon Route 43), a principal north-south arterial linking downtown Portland to Lake Oswego. Drivers arriving from Interstate 5 can take Exit 298 or the Corbett Avenue exits to quickly connect with Macadam Avenue. For public transit users, TriMet bus line 35 (Macadam/Greeley) stops within immediate walking distance along Macadam Ave, offering direct, frequent connections to downtown Portland, Pioneer Courthouse Square, and Lake Oswego Transit Center.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Covered & Surface Stalls: Protection from Pacific Northwest rain within the structure as well as easy-access outdoor spaces.
Digital Payment Convenience: Automated pay stations and mobile app integration (such as ParkMobile or PayByPhone) for quick payment without dashboard paper tickets.
Accessible Parking: Designated ADA-compliant stalls positioned close to elevator lobbies and building entrances.
Well-Lit & Maintained: Bright lighting throughout the garage decks and surface lot for enhanced safety and evening visibility.
Smooth Traffic Flow: Clearly marked entry/exit lanes, directional signage, and pedestrian walkways connecting directly to Macadam Avenue sidewalks.

Ideal For

Corporate & Professional Visitors: Business clients and daily commuters attending meetings at Riverside Centre and adjacent corporate offices.
Medical & Dental Patients: Convenient, stress-free parking for appointments in local healthcare suites.
Recreation Enthusiasts: Direct access for kayakers, runners, and walkers accessing the Willamette Greenway Trail and Willamette Park.
Local Diners & Shoppers: A dependable place to park before enjoying lunch or dinner along the bustling Johns Landing strip.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Peak morning arrivals occur between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM on weekdays as corporate employees arrive, so allow a few extra minutes if parking during morning rush hours. Be sure to note your license plate number prior to walking away from your vehicle, as modern Universal Parking lots often utilize pay-by-plate automated enforcement. If visiting a tenant or medical practice within Riverside Centre, verify whether parking validation is provided before paying at the kiosk.