Vanderbilt Rest Area Southbound – I-75
I-75 southbound travelers in Michigan can pull in at Vanderbilt Rest Area. The next southbound stop is Hartwick Pines Rest Area, about 25 miles further along I-75.
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsFacilities and amenities
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
Vanderbilt Rest Area is a stop for southbound travelers on I-75 in Michigan. Michigan DOT reported it open on October 31, 2026. Check the Michigan Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-75. It is listed near mile marker 287.
Further along I-75, Hartwick Pines Rest Area follows after roughly 25 miles.
Parking and amenities
Facilities reported for this location:
- Pet area
Listed as not available: family restroom.
Availability of individual amenities can change.
Opening status
Last status: open (Michigan DOT, October 31, 2026). Treat it as a snapshot, not as real-time information.
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 45.107151, -84.689213. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-75 is this rest area on?
It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 75.
Is there a pet area?
A pet area is listed for this location. Keep pets leashed and follow posted rules.
What is the next stop on I-75?
Hartwick Pines Rest Area, about 25 miles further along I-75 by the official mile markers.