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I-29 Rest Area at Mile 121
I-29 Rest Area at Mile 121 is a rest area on I-29 northbound in South Dakota, at mile 121 near Ward. It has 16 truck parking spaces, according to the FHWA truck parking survey. The next stop north is I-29 Rest Area at Mile 160, 39 miles on. Sioux Falls, SD is the closest big city, about 42 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-29 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 121 |
| Location | Ward, Moody County, South Dakota Directions (44.1550, -96.7563) |
| Amenities | We have no confirmed amenities for this stop. |
| Truck parking | 16 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA truck parking survey (2019, published by U.S. DOT); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-29
Heading northbound
I-29 Rest Area at Mile 160
39 miles · Rest area near Hidewood
Heading southbound
Vermillion Rest Stop Area & Information Center
95 miles · Welcome center near Homestead
Can you sleep here?
You can stay up to 3 hours here (10 for trucks), per South Dakota rules.
Legal source: SDCL 31-7-17. More on South Dakota rules
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Frequently asked questions
Where is I-29 Rest Area at Mile 121?
On I-29 northbound at mile 121 near Ward in Moody County, South Dakota. The map link above starts navigation.
Which direction does I-29 Rest Area at Mile 121 serve?
Northbound traffic on I-29.
How far is the next rest stop after I-29 Rest Area at Mile 121?
Northbound: I-29 Rest Area at Mile 160, 39 miles. Southbound: Vermillion Rest Stop Area & Information Center, 95 miles.
Can you sleep at I-29 Rest Area at Mile 121?
You can stay up to 3 hours here (10 for trucks), per South Dakota rules.
Is there truck parking at I-29 Rest Area at Mile 121?
Yes, there are 16 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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