Big Sandy Rest Area – US-87
Looking for a break on US-87 near Big Sandy in Choteau County, Montana? Big Sandy Rest Area is along the way. It is listed as accessible from both directions of travel. Reported truck parking: 4 spaces.
Next rest stops on US-87
Driving southboundArmington Jct Rest Area8 mi ahead by the mile markers · Montana · Mile marker 71Location 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
Travelers on US-87 near Big Sandy, Montana, can stop at the Big Sandy Rest Area from either direction. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the Montana Department of Transportation.
Location and driving direction
Traffic in both directions of US-87 can use this rest area near Big Sandy in Choteau County. It is listed near mile marker 79.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 4 truck parking spaces.
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability.
How long can you stay?
Montana allows overnight parking at rest areas for up to 12 hours, one space per vehicle; camping is prohibited. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: Montana DOT (checked November 2026).
Coordinates
48.179433, -110.111865