Smokey Point Safety Rest Area Southbound – I-5

Smokey Point Safety Rest Area is a rest area on I-5 southbound near Arlington in Snohomish County, Washington. Reported truck parking: 12 spaces. The next southbound stop is Silver Lake Safety Rest Area, about 19 miles further along I-5.

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Current operating status not verified — Location data comes from an inventory record. Confirm with the responsible transportation agency before travel.

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Southbound)

Previous: Bow Hill Safety Rest Area ≈ 28 mi along I-5Next: Silver Lake Safety Rest Area ≈ 19 mi along I-5

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-5.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking12Reported spaces

Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Accessible facilities✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables✓ RV dump station

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground, Visitor information.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

On Interstate 5 southbound near Arlington, the Smokey Point Safety Rest Area gives travelers in Washington a place to stop. Its current operating status has not been verified. 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 Arlington in Snohomish County. It is listed near mile marker 207.3.

Heading the other way? Use Smokey Point Safety Rest Area (northbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

If you would rather drive on, Silver Lake Safety Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 19 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 12 truck parking spaces.

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible facilities
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • RV dump station

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.

How long can you stay?

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 at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: RCW 47.38.020 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 48.169113, -122.194293. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-5 is this rest area on?

It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 5 near Arlington. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.

Can trucks park here?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 12 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.

Can I stay overnight at this rest area?

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.

What is the next stop on I-5?

Silver Lake Safety Rest Area, about 19 miles further along I-5 by the official mile markers.