Rum River Rest Area Southbound – US-169
US-169 southbound travelers near Onamia in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota, can pull in at Rum River Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 9 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
Rum River Rest Area is a stop for southbound travelers on US-169 near Onamia in Minnesota. 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 southbound side of US-169 near Onamia in Mille Lacs County. The recorded position is around mile marker 203.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 9 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Opening hours
Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.
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: 45.924528, -93.664970. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of US-169 is this rest area on?
It serves southbound traffic on U.S. Route 169 near Onamia.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 9 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 stop here at night?
It is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap. Temporary closures can still happen, so check 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.