Rest Stops on Interstate 5

Interstate 5 is one of the major routes in the US Interstate Highway System, and knowing where to stop makes a long drive safer and less stressful. This guide lists all 68 rest areas and rest stops along Interstate 5, organized by state and mile marker, so you can plan your breaks before you hit the road. For each stop you'll find the exit or mile marker, direction of travel, and the amenities you can expect on site — from restrooms and picnic areas to truck and RV parking. Rest area spacing changes from state to state, so it pays to know where your next stop is in advance, especially on rural stretches. Use the table below to map your route, tap any rest area for full details and directions, or use Find rest areas near me to locate the closest stop to your current location.

Rest Area State Mile / Exit Direction Amenities
Gee Creek Rest Area Washington 11.0 North Pet, Vending, RV Dump
Gee Creek Rest Area Washington 12.0 South Pet, Vending, RV Dump
Toutle River Rest Area Washington 54.0 South Pet
Toutle River Rest Area Washington 54.0 North Pet
Scatter Creek Rest Area Washington 90.0 North Pet, Vending, RV Dump
Maytown Rest Area Washington 93.0 South Pet
SeaTac Rest Area Washington 140.0 North Pet, Vending, RV Dump
Silver Lake Rest Area Washington 188.0 South Pet, Vending, RV Dump
Smokey Point Rest Area Washington 207.0 North Pet, Vending, RV Dump
Smokey Point Rest Area Washington 207.0 South Pet, Vending, RV Dump
Bow Hill Rest Area Washington 238.0 South Pet
Bow Hill Rest Area Washington 238.0 North Pet
Custer Rest Area Washington 267.0 North Pet, Vending
Custer Rest Area Washington 269.0 South Pet, Vending
Suncrest Rest Area Oregon 22.0 South Pet, Vending
Manzanita Rest Area Oregon 63.0 North Pet, Vending
Manzanita Rest Area Oregon 63.0 South Pet, Vending
Jordan Creek Rest Stop Oregon 99.0 - Pet, Vending
Cabin Creek Rest Area Oregon 143.0 North Pet, Vending
Cabin Creek Rest Area Oregon 144.0 South Pet, Vending
Gettings Creek Rest Area Oregon 178.0 South Pet, Vending
Gettings Creek Rest Area Oregon 178.0 North Pet, Vending
Oak Grove Rest Area Oregon 206.0 North Pet, Vending
Oak Grove Rest Area Oregon 206.0 South Pet, Vending
Santiam River Rest Area Oregon 240.0 North Pet, Vending
Santiam River Rest Area Oregon 240.0 South Pet, Vending
French Prairie (Baldock) Rest Area Oregon 281.0 North Pet, Vending
French Prairie (Baldock) Rest Area Oregon 281.0 South Pet, Vending
Valley of the Rogue State Park Oregon Exit 45b - Pet, Vending, RV Dump
Turnout California 39.0 South Restrooms
Aliso Creek Rest Area California 60.0 South Pet, Vending
Aliso Creek Rest Area California 60.0 North Pet, Vending
Las Flores View Point California 63.0 South Restrooms
Tejon Pass Rest Area California 206.0 North Pet, Vending, RV Dump
Tejon Pass Rest Area California 206.0 South Pet, Vending, RV Dump
Buttonwillow Rest Area California 259.0 North Pet, Vending
Buttonwillow Rest Area California 259.0 South Pet, Vending
Coalinga-Avenal Rest Area California 320.0 South Pet, Vending
Coalinga-Avenal Rest Area California 320.0 North Pet, Vending
John “Chuck” Erreca Rest Area California 384.0 North Pet, Vending
John “Chuck” Erreca Rest Area California 384.0 South Pet, Vending
Dos Amigos Vista Point California 388.0 North Restrooms
California Aqueduct Vista Point California 423.0 South Restrooms
Turnout California 430.0 North Restrooms
Westley Rest Area California 445.0 North Pet, Vending
Westley Rest Area California 445.0 South Pet, Vending
Elkhorn Rest Area California 529.0 South Pet
Dunnigan Rest Area California 556.0 South Pet
Dunnigan Rest Area California 556.0 North Pet
Maxwell Rest Area California 583.0 South Pet
Maxwell Rest Area California 583.0 North Pet
Willows Rest Area California 608.0 North Pet, RV Dump
Willows Rest Area California 608.0 South Pet, RV Dump
Lt. John C. Helmick Rest Area California 632.0 South Pet
Lt. John C. Helmick Rest Area California 632.0 North Pet
Herbert S. Miles Rest Area California 653.0 North Pet
Herbert S. Miles Rest Area California 655.0 South Pet
O’Brien Rest Area California 694.0 North Pet
Lakehead Rest Area California 705.0 South Pet
Mount Shasta Vista Point California 723.0 North Restrooms
Shasta Lookout California 780.0 South Restrooms
Randolph E. Collier Rest Area California Exit 786 - Pet, WiFi
Turnout California Exit 44 - Restrooms
Weed Airport Rest Area California Exit 753 North Pet
Weed Airport Rest Area California Exit 753 South Pet
Welcome Center California Exit 54a North WiFi
Welcome Center California Exit 54b South WiFi
Welcome Center California Exit 667 - Restrooms

Washington Rest Areas on Interstate 5

Interstate 5 has 14 rest areas in Washington. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all Washington rest areas.

Oregon Rest Areas on Interstate 5

Interstate 5 has 15 rest areas in Oregon. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all Oregon rest areas.

California Rest Areas on Interstate 5

Interstate 5 has 39 rest areas in California. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all California rest areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rest areas are on Interstate 5?

Interstate 5 has 68 rest areas and rest stops across 3 states. You can see every location, with its mile marker and amenities, in the table above.

Where are the rest areas on Interstate 5?

Rest areas on Interstate 5 are located in Washington, Oregon, California. Each one is listed above with its exit or mile marker and direction of travel, and links to full details and directions.

How far apart are rest areas on Interstate 5?

Spacing varies by state and is typically every 40-80 miles, with longer gaps on rural stretches. Use the mile markers in the table above to gauge the distance between consecutive stops on your route.

What amenities do rest areas on Interstate 5 have?

Of the 68 rest areas on Interstate 5: 57 have pet exercise areas, 36 have vending machines, 3 offer Wi-Fi, and 12 have RV dump stations. All have restrooms and parking. Check individual listings for hours and current status.

Data updated July 2026

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