I've been in wave 2 in past Ascents and try to arrive at least 1 hour before the start. Most of the time I'm able to find a spot along Manitou Avenue. If not, then the school parking lot is the farthest I've had to park. I look at it as a nice warm-up walk! Good luck this weekend...I'll be volunteering at the top cheering you all on! : ) In response to: I'm in Wave 2 on Saturday, and wondering how far away I'll likely have to park if I don't arrive way,way early (before wave 1). At GoG 10 miler, the school parking lot was filled when I got there, so I'm assuming it will fill up for the PPA as well. Any parking ideas for hassle-free parking for late arrivers ? I'm even thinking of bringing my bike, but I'd rather not...