Lyons Creek Rest Area Southbound – I-15
Lyons Creek Rest Area is a rest area on I-15 southbound near Lyons Creek in Lewis & Clark County, Montana. Reported truck parking: 2 spaces. The next southbound stop is Jefferson City Rest Area – Southbound, 44 mi ahead by the mile markers.
Next rest stop on I-15 Southbound
Jefferson City Rest Area – Southbound44 mi ahead by the mile markers · Montana · Mile marker 178Previous southbound stop: Dearborn Rest Area – Southbound · 17 mi back by the mile markers
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
Facilities have not been individually confirmed in the available structured record.
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Restrooms, Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 15 southbound near Lyons Creek, the Lyons Creek Rest Area gives travelers in Montana a place to stop. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the Montana Department of Transportation.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the southbound side of I-15 near Lyons Creek in Lewis & Clark County. It is listed near mile marker 222. Once you pass exit 226 southbound, start looking for it; if you reach exit 219, you have passed it. You do not take an exit to get there: the rest area has its own ramp, signed "Rest Area" in advance.
The northbound lanes have their own facility, Lyons Creek Rest Area – Northbound; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
If you would rather drive on, Jefferson City Rest Area – Southbound is the next listed stop, around 44 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 2 truck parking spaces.
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.
How long can you stay?
Montana allows overnight parking at rest areas for up to 12 hours, one space per vehicle; camping is prohibited. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: Montana DOT (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 46.954519, -112.107040. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-15 is this rest area on?
It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 15 near Lyons Creek. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 2 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Can I stay overnight at this rest area?
Montana allows overnight parking at rest areas for up to 12 hours, one space per vehicle; camping is prohibited. Posted signs on site apply.
What is the next stop on I-15?
Jefferson City Rest Area – Southbound, about 44 miles further along I-15 by the official mile markers.