Park Rapids Visitor Center – US-71
Park Rapids Visitor Center is a rest area on US-71 near Park Rapids in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It is listed as accessible from both directions of travel. Reported truck parking: 5 spaces.
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
Park Rapids Visitor Center is a stop on US-71 near Park Rapids in Minnesota, reachable from both directions. Closures are announced by the Minnesota Department of Transportation and on 511, worth a look before a long drive.
Location and driving direction
Traffic in both directions of US-71 can use this rest area near Park Rapids in Hubbard County. It is listed near mile marker 259.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 5 truck parking spaces.
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
- Visitor information
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces.
Opening hours
Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (OpenStreetMap).
Time limits and overnight parking
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).
Coordinates
46.910743, -95.057327
Frequently asked questions
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing.
Can I stop here at night?
Yes, it is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap.