Gee Creek Safety Rest Area Northbound – I-5

Looking for a break on I-5 northbound near Ridgefield in Clark County, Washington? Gee Creek Safety Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 22 spaces, plus 69 car spaces. The next northbound stop is Toutle River Safety Rest Area, about 43 miles further along I-5.

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Current operating status not verified — Location data comes from an inventory record. Confirm with the responsible transportation agency before travel.

Location map

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

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Northbound)

Next: Toutle River Safety Rest Area ≈ 43 mi along I-5

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-5.

Reported parking capacity

Car parking69Reported spaces
Truck parking22Reported 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✓ Accessible facilities✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables✓ RV dump station✓ EV charging

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, Wi-Fi, Playground, Visitor information.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

The Gee Creek Safety Rest Area serves northbound traffic on Interstate 5 near Ridgefield, Washington. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Check the Washington Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.

Location and driving direction

This is the northbound facility on I-5, near Ridgefield in Clark County. The recorded position is around mile marker 11.05.

Heading the other way? Use Gee Creek Safety Rest Area (southbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

The next northbound stop is Toutle River Safety Rest Area, about 43 miles further along I-5.

Parking and amenities

There are 69 car spaces and 22 truck spaces according to the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law).

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible facilities
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • RV dump station
  • EV charging

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.

Parking rules

Washington allows 8 hours in any 24-hour period; commercial vehicles may stay up to one hour beyond their federally required rest period. Camping is prohibited. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: RCW 47.38.020 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 45.777086, -122.669552. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-5 Northbound?

Yes. The WSDOT record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 5 near Ridgefield. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 22 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Are there restrooms and drinking water?

Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

Can I stay overnight at this rest area?

Washington allows 8 hours in any 24-hour period; commercial vehicles may stay up to one hour beyond their federally required rest period. Camping is prohibited. Posted signs on site apply.

What is the next stop on I-5?

Toutle River Safety Rest Area, about 43 miles further along I-5 by the official mile markers.