Louisiana Rest Areas & Rest Stops
Louisiana offers 10 public rest areas and welcome centers along major routes, including I-10, I-20, I-49, I-55, and I-59. Use the interactive map to find the closest rest area near you, truck parking, RV dump stations, restrooms, and up-to-date facility details.
About Louisiana Rest Areas
Louisiana’s highway system offers a network of rest areas, rest stops, and welcome centers designed to give travelers safe, convenient places to take a break. Each listing includes mile markers, direction served, ownership, and amenities like restrooms, truck parking, RV facilities, vending, Wi-Fi, and accessibility features.
Because some locations may undergo temporary closures, maintenance, or limited hours, we recommend checking the latest timing and status through the linked phone numbers or official websites before you arrive. The interactive map helps you quickly find the closest rest area near you and confirm what’s available at your next stop.
Louisiana Rest Areas Location Map
Interstate I-10 Louisiana Rest Areas
I10 Rest Area Butte La Rose Welcome Center Bidirectional
- Amenities
- Restroom
- Vending machine
- Pet area
- Car parking
- Truck parking
- Wheelchair access
- Contact & Address
- Amenities
- Restroom
- Vending machine
- Picnic tables
- Pet area
- Car parking
- Truck parking
- RV dump
- Wheelchair access
- Contact & Address
- Amenities
- Restroom
- Vending machine
- Pet area
- Car parking
- Truck parking
- Wheelchair access
- Contact & Address
- 6212 West 1-10 I-10, Vinton, LA 70668, United States
Interstate I-20 Louisiana Rest Areas
- Amenities
- Restroom
- Vending machine
- Picnic tables
- Pet area
- Car parking
- Truck parking
- Wheelchair access
- Contact & Address
- 97 mile marker on I-20 west bound, Choudrant, LA 71227, United States
- Amenities
- Restroom
- Vending machine
- Picnic tables
- Pet area
- Car parking
- Truck parking
- RV dump
- Wheelchair access
- Contact & Address
- Amenities
- Restroom
- Vending machine
- Picnic tables
- Pet area
- Car parking
- Truck parking
- Wheelchair access
- Contact & Address
- I-20, Choudrant, LA 71227, United States
- Amenities
- Restroom
- Vending machine
- Picnic tables
- Pet area
- Car parking
- Truck parking
- RV dump
- Wheelchair access
- Contact & Address
Interstate I-49 Louisiana Rest Areas
I49 Grand Prairie Rest Area - Bidirectional
- Amenities
- Restroom
- Vending machine
- Picnic tables
- Pet area
- Car parking
- Truck parking
- RV dump
- Wheelchair access
- Contact & Address
Interstate I-55 Louisiana Rest Area
I55 Rest Area Kentwood Welcome Center - Southbound
- Amenities
- Restroom
- Vending machine
- Picnic tables
- Pet area
- Car parking
- Truck parking
- RV dump
- Wheelchair access
- Contact & Address
Interstate I-59 Louisiana Rest Area
I59 Rest Area Slidell Welcome Center - Southbound
- Amenities
- Restroom
- Vending machine
- Picnic tables
- Pet area
- Car parking
- Truck parking
- Wheelchair access
- Contact & Address
Safety Tips for Using Louisiana Rest Areas
- Park in well-lit areas and keep valuables out of sight.
- Prefer rest areas with visible staff or surveillance when stopping overnight.
- Use designated truck parking if you drive commercially — it’s safer and legal.
- Lock your vehicle and set hazard notifications for any extended stops.
- Call listed facility phone numbers to confirm hours or temporary closures.
Travel Tips for Louisiana Drivers & Visitors
- Check the interactive map before exiting to avoid detours.
- If you need RV services, confirm RV dump and water availability first.
- Truck drivers: plan stops by mile markers to meet hours-of-service breaks.
- For tourist info, look for state welcome centers when entering Louisiana.
FAQ
Louisiana currently lists 10 public rest areas and welcome centers across major interstates; check the map for exact locations and directions.
Use the interactive map on this page to show the nearest rest stop, welcome center, or truck parking near your current position.
Major routes served include I-10, I-20, I-49, I-55, and I-59 — use the route filters or map to view stops on each interstate.
Yes — several Louisiana rest stops list truck parking. Open a listing to see truck capacity and whether overnight parking is recommended.
Some facilities include RV dump stations and showers; check the amenity indicators on each listing before you stop.
We update facility details regularly and show last-verified dates; for urgent needs, call the facility phone number listed in the entry.