Missouri Valley Rest Area Northbound – I-29

Looking for a break on I-29 northbound near Missouri Valley in Harrison County, Iowa? Missouri Valley Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 13 spaces, plus 18 car spaces. The next northbound stop is Onawa Rest Area, about 31 miles further along I-29.

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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: Pacific Junction Rest Area ≈ 41 mi along I-29Next: Onawa Rest Area ≈ 31 mi along I-29

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-29.

Reported parking capacity

Car parking18Reported spaces
Truck parking13Reported spaces

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

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Accessible facilities✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables✓ Pet area✓ Public phone✓ RV dump station✓ Wi-Fi

Not available: Family restroom, Vending machines.

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

The Missouri Valley Rest Area serves northbound traffic on Interstate 29 near Missouri Valley, Iowa. Its current operating status has not been verified. Check the Iowa Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the northbound lanes of I-29, near Missouri Valley in Harrison County. It is listed near mile marker 79.

The southbound lanes have their own facility, Missouri Valley Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.

If you would rather drive on, Onawa Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 31 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

Iowa DOT lists 18 automobile parking spaces and 13 truck parking spaces for this direction.

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible facilities
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Public phone
  • RV dump station
  • Wi-Fi

Listed as not available: family restroom, vending machines.

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 41.584207, -95.941275. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-29 Northbound?

Yes. The Iowa DOT record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 29 near Missouri Valley. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.

Can trucks park here?

Iowa DOT lists 13 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?

Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

Can I walk my dog here?

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

What is the next stop on I-29?

Onawa Rest Area, about 31 miles further along I-29 by the official mile markers.