Elkhart Rest Area Northbound – I-35

Elkhart Rest Area is a rest area on I-35 northbound near Elkhart in Polk County, Iowa. Reported truck parking: 20 spaces, plus 40 car spaces. The next northbound stop is Story City Rest Area, about 21 miles further along I-35.

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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)

Previous: Osceola Rest Area ≈ 66 mi along I-35Next: Story City Rest Area ≈ 21 mi along I-35

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-35.

Reported parking capacity

Car parking40Reported spaces
Truck parking20Reported spaces

Reported capacity from Iowa DOT. This is not real-time vacancy information.

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Family restroom✓ Accessible facilities✓ Picnic tables✓ Pet area✓ Vending machines✓ Public phone✓ Wi-Fi

Not available: RV dump station.

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Drinking water, EV charging, Playground, Visitor information.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

On Interstate 35 northbound near Elkhart, the Elkhart Rest Area gives travelers in Iowa a place to stop. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Iowa Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.

Location and driving direction

This is the northbound facility on I-35, near Elkhart in Polk County. The recorded position is around mile marker 99.

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

The next northbound stop is Story City Rest Area, about 21 miles further along I-35.

Parking and amenities

Reported capacity: 40 spaces for cars and 20 for trucks (Iowa DOT).

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Family restroom
  • Accessible facilities
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Vending machines
  • Public phone
  • Wi-Fi

Listed as not available: RV dump station.

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 41.826685, -93.567615. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-35 is this rest area on?

It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 35 near Elkhart. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

Iowa DOT lists 20 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.

Is there a pet area?

A pet area is listed for this location. Keep pets leashed and follow posted rules.

What is the next stop on I-35?

Story City Rest Area, about 21 miles further along I-35 by the official mile markers.