Grand Portage Visitor Center Westbound – MN-61
Looking for a break on MN-61 westbound near Grand Portage in Cook County, Minnesota? Grand Portage Visitor Center is along the way. Reported truck parking: 12 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, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Playground.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Grand Portage Visitor Center serves westbound traffic on State Route 61 near Grand Portage, Minnesota. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. 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 MN-61, near Grand Portage in Cook County. The recorded position is around mile marker 146.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 12 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
- Wi-Fi
- Visitor information
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Opening hours
The rest area is listed as accessible 24 hours a day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.
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: 48.000203, -89.592465. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on MN-61 Westbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the westbound facility on State Route 61 near Grand Portage.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 12 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.
Can I stop here at night?
It is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap. Temporary closures can still happen, so check 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.