Blue Earth Rest Area Westbound – I-90
On I-90 westbound near Blue Earth in Faribault County, Minnesota, Blue Earth Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 10 spaces. The next westbound stop is Des Moines River 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 Blue Earth, Minnesota, can take a break at the Blue Earth Rest Area. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Minnesota Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
This is the westbound facility on I-90, near Blue Earth in Faribault County. The recorded position is around mile marker 119.
Heading the other way? Use Blue Earth Rest Area (eastbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
The next westbound stop is Des Moines River Rest Area, about 47 miles further along I-90.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 10 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. 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. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: MnDOT rest area policy (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 43.663672, -94.117813. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
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 Blue Earth. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 10 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.
How long can I park here?
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.
Where is the next rest stop?
Des Moines River Rest Area, about 47 miles further along I-90 by the official mile markers.