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I-35 Dows Rest Stop
I-35 Dows Rest Stop sits on I-35 near Dows in Franklin County (mile 159). A federal truck parking survey counted 50 spaces for big rigs here. The next stop north is I-35 Rest Area near Clear Lake, about 40 miles on. The nearest large city is Des Moines, IA, 75 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-35 · direction not confirmed |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 159 |
| Location | Dows, Franklin County, Iowa Directions (42.6737, -93.4602) |
| Amenities | No amenities on record for this site yet. |
| Truck parking | 50 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); OpenStreetMap for amenities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-35
Heading northbound
I-35 Rest Area near Clear Lake
about 40 miles · Rest area near Clear Lake
Heading southbound
I-35 Rest Area at Mile 119
about 40 miles · Rest area near Roland
Food and fuel: Emporia Service Area, about 397 mi
Sleeping in your car here
How long you may stay is up to the signs here, since we found no Iowa rule.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is I-35 Dows Rest Stop?
On I-35 at mile 159 near Dows in Franklin County, Iowa. Use the Directions link for navigation.
How far is the next rest stop after I-35 Dows Rest Stop?
Northbound: I-35 Rest Area near Clear Lake, about 40 miles. Southbound: I-35 Rest Area at Mile 119, about 40 miles.
Can you sleep at I-35 Dows Rest Stop?
How long you may stay is up to the signs here, since we found no Iowa rule.
Is there truck parking at I-35 Dows Rest Stop?
50 truck spaces, per FHWA data.
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