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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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Aerial view of a Washington Park parking lot near the Oregon Zoo, next to information about parking at the Park.

Parking Availability

Washington Park has several paid parking areas, including three large lots located at the South Entrance, off exit 72 on Highway 26, near the Oregon Zoo and World Forestry Center. Every major attraction in the Park is accessible via the Free Shuttle Loop, which picks up near these lots.

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Parking Cost & How to Pay

Washington Park uses a pay-by-plate system, so you’ll need to enter your license plate number when you pay. Rates and hours may change during special events.

  • Hours: 9:30am–8pm daily

  • Rates: $2.40 per hour, $9.60 maximum per day

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

With ParkingKitty: Pay via the ParkingKitty app, use the mobile website, or call the Parking Meter Help Desk at (503) 823-2538. Select the correct zone for your location.

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A video showing how the Washington Park pay-by-plate system works. View Transcript

 

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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