Maytown Safety Rest Area Southbound – I-5
Maytown Safety Rest Area is a rest area on I-5 southbound near Tenino in Thurston County, Washington. Reported truck parking: 13 spaces. The next southbound stop is Toutle River Safety Rest Area, about 39 miles further along I-5.
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): Accessible facilities, 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 5 southbound near Tenino, the Maytown Safety Rest Area gives travelers in Washington a place to stop. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Washington Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
This is the southbound facility on I-5, near Tenino in Thurston County. It is listed near mile marker 93.43.
If you would rather drive on, Toutle River Safety Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 39 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 13 truck parking spaces.
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Family restroom
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Time limits and overnight parking
Washington allows 8 hours in any 24-hour period; commercial vehicles may stay up to one hour beyond their federally required rest period. Camping is prohibited. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: RCW 47.38.020 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 46.871101, -122.970373. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-5 is this rest area on?
It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 5 near Tenino.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 13 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?
Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
How long can I park here?
Washington allows 8 hours in any 24-hour period; commercial vehicles may stay up to one hour beyond their federally required rest period. Camping is prohibited. Posted signs on site apply.
Where is the next rest stop?
Toutle River Safety Rest Area, about 39 miles further along I-5 by the official mile markers.