Paid Parking at Glenn Otto Park

Beginning July 10, 2025 the City of Troutdale will implement paid parking at Glenn Otto Park on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. This change is designed to reduce congestion, manage overcrowding, fund park maintenance, and enhance public safety. 

Residents of the City of Troutdale (defined as living within the city limits) are exempt from paying the parking fee, but you must pre-register each year by filling out and submitting the exemption form below.

Who Has to Pay?

Troutdale residents park for free following registration with the City. Anyone who does not reside within Troutdale city limits must pay the parking fee.

• Residents must fill out and submit a residential parking fee exemption form via email to PWinfo [at] troutdaleoregon.gov (PWinfo[at]troutdaleoregon[dot]gov), or print the form and drop it off at the Public Works building (342 SW Fourth St)  or City Hall (219 E Historic Columbia River Hwy).
• The exemption limit is two license plates per resident (not per address).
• Your license plate is your parking pass, so pre-registration is essential.
• Troutdale residents must re-register each April. The current exemption is valid through April 30, 2026.
• Vehicles with ADA placards are not exempt from payment. There are 5 ADA spaces available (2 near Sugarpine, 3 near the Sam Cox building)

Please allow up to five business days processing time for your registration to be completed and your registration to be entered into the parking system.

Parking Fees

• $2 per hour, up to $10 per day on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. There is no fee to park Monday - Thursday.
• Troutdale residents (living within city limits) are exempt provided they have completed the exemption form.
• Payment is required during all operating hours: Summer (Apr–Sept): 8 AM – 9 PM. Winter (Oct–Mar): 8 AM – 6 PM

Why Is There a Fee?

• To reduce congestion and enhance access for residents and visitors by effectively managing parking demand and promoting the efficient use and regular turnover of parking spaces.
• All revenue supports the Parks Division
• Helps fund maintenance, operations, and safety efforts

How to Pay

• Use the Passport Parking App - available for free download for iOS and Android
• Pay online at  passportparking.com
• Pay by phone by calling (704) 271-1189
• A cashless kiosk is coming soon (credit/debit only)
• Make sure to select the correct parking zone
• Your license plate is your parking pass through payment on the Parking App and Kiosk

Special Events at the Park

• Anyone attending an event at the Sam Cox Building or picnic shelters must still pay the parking fees unless they are residents.
• There are 5 parking spaces near the Sam Cox building that are reserved for event logistics associated with Sam Cox Building rentals.
• No fee waivers or reserved parking unless approved by the City Manager

Penalties for Non-Payment

• First 30 days following commencement of parking fees: Only reminders and warnings will be issued
• After 30 days: May result in fines or enforcement action
   

What About Other Parks?

• No parking fee is being implemented at any other Troutdale City Park
• There are parking fees at other nearby parks outside of Troutdale jurisdiction such as Blue Lake Park, Dabney State Park, and the Sandy River Delta.
• No parking is allowed along the Historic Columbia River Highway

Questions?

• Email: PWinfo [at] troutdaleoregon.gov (PWinfo[at]troutdaleoregon[dot]gov)
• Visit City Hall or Public Works for assistance.