Parking at Washington Park

Washington Park has several paid parking lots throughout the Park; however, spaces fill quickly during busy times, especially on weekends and sunny days. You can check real-time parking availability before you head out—or consider taking transit or rideshare to skip parking stress entirely.

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Parking Lots

Washington Park has several paid parking areas throughout the Park, including three main parking lots located near the south entrance, off exit 72 on Highway 26. Every major attraction in the park is accesible via the Free Shuttle Loop that picks up near lots A, B & C.

Car Safety Tip

Additional paid parking is available throughout the Park:

  • Street parking along SW Sherwood Boulevard (~180 spaces)

  • Portland Japanese Garden (~32 spaces, includes 3 ADA-accessible spaces)

  • Vietnam Veterans Memorial (~30 spaces)

  • Rose Garden (~25 spaces)

  • Tennis Courts (~60 spaces)

  • Lewis & Clark Circle (~20 spaces)

  • Holocaust Memorial / Washington Way (~20 spaces)

  • Archery Range (~20 spaces)

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Parking Cost & How to Pay

Hours: Daily, 9:30am–8pm

Rates:

  • $2.40 per hour

  • $9.60 maximum per day

  • Rates and hours may change during special events. Check pay stations for current information.

Washington Park uses pay-by-plate. Enter your license plate number when you pay.

At pay stations: Pay with coins, Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.

With ParkingKitty: Download the app (App Store or Google Play), use the mobile website, or call (503) 278-5748. Select the correct zone for your location.

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Questions? Call the Parking Meter Help Desk at (503) 823-2538.

Common Questions

  • Parking enforcement can search for plates with small errors. Call (503) 823-2538 if you need help. If you received a citation, follow the appeal instructions on the ticket and include your receipt.

  • Yes, as long as you park in the same zone. If you move zones, you must pay again.

  • Overnight parking is allowed for one night only in Lots A, B, and C. Camping is prohibited.

  • Yes. People with disabled placards must pay to park.

  • No. Government vehicles do not need to pay.

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