Ward Rest Area Northbound – I-29

Looking for a break on I-29 northbound near Ward in Moody County, South Dakota? Ward Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 16 spaces. The next northbound stop is Hidewood Rest Area – Northbound, 39 mi ahead by the mile markers.

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Next rest stop on I-29 Northbound

Hidewood Rest Area – Northbound39 mi ahead by the mile markers · South Dakota · Mile marker 160

Previous northbound stop: Vermillion Rest Area & Information Center · 95 mi back by the mile markers

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking16Reported spaces

Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms

Not available: Wi-Fi.

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

The Ward Rest Area serves northbound traffic on Interstate 29 near Ward, South Dakota. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the South Dakota Department of Transportation.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the northbound side of I-29 near Ward in Moody County. The recorded position is around mile marker 121. It is right by exit 121. Follow the "Rest Area" signs as you approach.

The next northbound stop is Hidewood Rest Area – Northbound, about 39 miles further along I-29.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 16 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms

Listed as not available: Wi-Fi.

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces.

Parking rules

South Dakota limits stays to 3 hours, or 10 consecutive hours for drivers subject to federal hours-of-service rules. Camping is prohibited. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: SDCL 31-7-17 (checked November 2026).

Coordinates

44.155015, -96.756302

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-29 Northbound?

Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 29 near Ward.

Are there restrooms?

Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing.

What is the next stop on I-29?

Hidewood Rest Area – Northbound, about 39 miles further along I-29 by the official mile markers.