Elm Creek Rest Area Eastbound – I-94
Elm Creek is a rest area on I-94 eastbound near Maple Grove in Hennepin County, Minnesota. Reported truck parking: 15 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, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 94 eastbound near Maple Grove, the Elm Creek Rest Area gives travelers in Minnesota a place to stop. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Minnesota Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the eastbound side of I-94 near Maple Grove in Hennepin County. The recorded position is around mile marker 215.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 15 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Accessible facilities
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
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).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 45.111786, -93.473911. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-94 is this rest area on?
It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 94 near Maple Grove.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 15 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.
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.