Des Moines River Rest Area Westbound – I-90
On I-90 westbound near Jackson in Jackson County, Minnesota, Des Moines River Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 9 spaces. The next westbound stop is Adrian Rest Area, about 47 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, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Drivers heading west on I-90 near Jackson, Minnesota, can take a break at the Des Moines River Rest Area. Its current operating status has not been verified. Confirm the current situation with the Minnesota Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the westbound lanes of I-90, near Jackson in Jackson County. The recorded position is around mile marker 72.
If you would rather drive on, Adrian Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 47 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 9 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
How long can you stay?
In Minnesota, commercial drivers subject to hours-of-service rules may park up to 10 hours at rest areas with truck stalls; other motorists up to 4 hours where posted. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: MnDOT rest area policy (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 43.640632, -95.020183. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-90 Westbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the westbound facility on Interstate 90 near Jackson.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 9 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?
In Minnesota, commercial drivers subject to hours-of-service rules may park up to 10 hours at rest areas with truck stalls; other motorists up to 4 hours where posted. Posted signs on site apply.
What is the next stop on I-90?
Adrian Rest Area, about 47 miles further along I-90 by the official mile markers.