Minnesota Valley Rest Area Northbound – US-169
Looking for a break on US-169 northbound near Le Sueur in Le Sueur County, Minnesota? Minnesota Valley Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 16 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, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Minnesota Valley Rest Area serves northbound traffic on U.S. Route 169 near Le Sueur, Minnesota. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Check the Minnesota Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the northbound lanes of US-169, near Le Sueur in Le Sueur County. The recorded position is around mile marker 80.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 16 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
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. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: MnDOT rest area policy (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 44.488301, -93.875942. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on US-169 Northbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the northbound facility on U.S. Route 169 near Le Sueur.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 16 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Can I stay overnight at this rest area?
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.