Parking is at a premium on the Lakeside grounds. Two lots are located near the downtown shopping district. Be aware they fill quickly. Lots are located at Third and Cedar Streets, and behind the Hoover Auditorium at the corner of Central and Fourth Streets. Limited parking is available for the Hotel Lakeside and Fountain Inn hotels also. While most cottages have space for at least one vehicle, many do not have driveways and have only off-street parking available.
To assure your vehicle has a place to park, please take advantage of our South Parking Lot and Shuttle Service. Ample space is available in the South Lot. Park your vehicle and catch the shuttle service.
Our new South Gate Entrance is off of State Route 163. The Welcome Center will be open to assist with information and gate pass purchases. You will also be able to purchase passes at the Gate House located behind the welcome center. This gate will operate as does the Fifth and East Second Street Gates which will still be selling tickets this season. If you have your passes, please feel free to use the West Second Street entrance which is open to pass holders only.
Guests are asked to park in the South Parking lot and catch the shuttle service to the downtown area. A shuttle bus with handicap accessibility has been added to the shuttle fleet. This vehicle will be doing a continuous loop from the South Gate to the hotels and Hoover Auditorium. There will be no need to call for shuttle, simply go to the stop and catch the bus as it makes its rounds.
Service will still be provided for those who need assistance getting downtown from their home or cottage. The Mack Mobile will be available by phone. Drivers will carry a cell phone in order for those needing a ride to contact the driver direct. Look for the phone number to be published on the website, The Lakesider and other printed materials in facilities on the grounds.
Shuttle service will be running for Memorial Day weekend beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 25, through Monday, May 28, at 5 p.m. Shuttle will begin for the Annual Conferences and the Chautauqua Season on Friday, June 8, at 5 p.m. through 5 p.m. on Labor Day.
3-hour parking is available at no charge outside the Fifth Street gate. There is no charge for this lot which is a temporary parking area.
Limited Free Parking is also available at Danbury Local School. Pick up a window sticker from the Admission staff. The lot behind the school near the playground facility is available for use. Transportation to and from the Danbury lot is the responsibility of the guest