Northern Hills Rest Area Eastbound – I-90
Northern Hills Rest Area is a rest area on I-90 eastbound near Spearfish in Lawerence County, South Dakota. Reported truck parking: 25 spaces. The next eastbound stop is Wasta Rest Area, about 97 miles further along I-90.
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
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 90 eastbound near Spearfish, the Northern Hills Rest Area gives travelers in South Dakota a place to stop. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Confirm the current situation with the South Dakota Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
This is the eastbound facility on I-90, near Spearfish in Lawerence County. It is listed near mile marker 1.
Further along I-90, Wasta Rest Area follows after roughly 97 miles.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 25 truck parking spaces.
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Picnic tables
- Visitor information
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
How long can you stay?
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).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 44.545494, -104.034212. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-90 is this rest area on?
It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 90 near Spearfish.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 25 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Can I stay overnight at this rest area?
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 on site apply.
What is the next stop on I-90?
Wasta Rest Area, about 97 miles further along I-90 by the official mile markers.