Bay City Rest Area Southbound – I-75

Bay City Rest Area is a rest area on I-75 southbound in Michigan. It is currently reported closed. The next southbound stop is Clio Rest Area, about 28 miles further along I-75.

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Closed — Closed for facility construction.. Source: Michigan DOT, checked Oct 31, 2026.

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

Open directions

Facilities and amenities

✓ Pet area

Not available: Family restroom.

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Restrooms, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

The Bay City Rest Area serves southbound traffic on Interstate 75 in Michigan. When last checked on October 31, 2026, Michigan DOT listed the rest area as closed. Reason given: closed for facility construction. Check the Michigan Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the southbound side of I-75. It is listed near mile marker 158.

If you would rather drive on, Clio Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 28 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

Normally available here (not during the current closure):

  • Pet area

Listed as not available: family restroom.

Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.

Opening status

Reported closed on October 31, 2026 by Michigan DOT. This is a dated verification, not a live guarantee.

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 43.528325, -83.943604. 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 I-75 Southbound?

Yes. The the Michigan DOT record identifies it as the southbound facility on Interstate 75.

Can I walk my dog here?

A pet area is normally available, but not during the current closure.

Where is the next rest stop?

Clio Rest Area, about 28 miles further along I-75 by the official mile markers.