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Lake Agassiz Rest Area
Lake Agassiz Rest Area is a rest area on I-29 northbound in North Dakota, at mile 3 near Lake Agassiz. A federal truck parking survey counted 7 spaces for big rigs here. The next stop north is Elm River Rest Area, about 98 miles on. It is about 62 miles (straight line) from Fargo, ND.
| Highway | I-29 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 3 |
| Location | Lake Agassiz, Richland County, North Dakota Directions (45.9781, -96.8350) |
| Amenities | Not mapped yet. Most staffed rest areas have restrooms, but we cannot confirm it for this one. |
| Truck parking | 7 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-29
Heading northbound
Elm River Rest Area
about 98 miles · Rest area near Kelso
Heading southbound
Glacial Lakes Rest Area
about 5.8 miles · Rest area in South Dakota
Can you sleep here?
Any time limit here comes from the posted signs; North Dakota has no statewide one that we found.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Agassiz Rest Area?
On I-29 northbound at mile 3 near Lake Agassiz in Richland County, North Dakota. Follow the highway signs; the Directions link helps if you come from a side road.
Which direction does Lake Agassiz Rest Area serve?
Northbound traffic on I-29.
How far is the next rest stop after Lake Agassiz Rest Area?
Northbound: Elm River Rest Area, about 98 miles. Southbound: Glacial Lakes Rest Area, about 5.8 miles.
Can you sleep at Lake Agassiz Rest Area?
Any time limit here comes from the posted signs; North Dakota has no statewide one that we found.
Is there truck parking at Lake Agassiz Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 7 spaces for trucks.
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