Scatter Creek Safety Rest Area Northbound – I-5
Scatter Creek Safety Rest Area is a rest area on I-5 northbound near Rochester in Thurston County, Washington. Reported truck parking: 37 spaces. The next northbound stop is SeaTac Safety Rest Area, about 50 miles further along I-5.
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, Pet area, Public phone, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground, Visitor information.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 5 northbound near Rochester, the Scatter Creek Safety Rest Area gives travelers in Washington a place to stop. Its current operating status has not been verified. Check the Washington Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the northbound side of I-5 near Rochester in Thurston County. The recorded position is around mile marker 90.8.
If you would rather drive on, SeaTac Safety Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 50 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 37 reported spaces (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
- Vending machines
- RV dump station
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Time limits and overnight parking
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: 46.835355, -122.985265. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-5 is this rest area on?
It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 5 near Rochester.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 37 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.
How long can I park here?
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.
Where is the next rest stop?
SeaTac Safety Rest Area, about 50 miles further along I-5 by the official mile markers.