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Poynette Rest Area 12
Poynette Rest Area 12 sits on I-39 near Poynette in Columbia County (mile 113), northbound. Truckers get 63 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. Heading north, the next one is I-39 Rest Area at Mile 117 in roughly 41 miles. Madison, WI is the closest big city, about 25 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-39 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 113 |
| Location | Poynette, Columbia County, Wisconsin Directions (43.4257, -89.4779) |
| Amenities | No facility data. A review below helps fill the gap. |
| Truck parking | 63 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA truck parking survey (2019, published by U.S. DOT); map data from OpenStreetMap. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-39
Heading northbound
I-39 Rest Area at Mile 117
about 41 miles · Rest area near Westfield
Heading southbound
Rest Area #17 Janesville
55 miles · Rest area near Janesville
Other side of the highway: Portage Rest Area 11 (Southbound).
Sleeping in your car here
Wisconsin lets travelers stay overnight, up to 24 hours. Camping outside the vehicle is not allowed.
Source: Wis. Stat. § 86.025, WisDOT guidelines. More on Wisconsin rules
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Poynette Rest Area 12?
On I-39 northbound at mile 113 near Poynette in Columbia County, Wisconsin. Follow the highway signs; the Directions link helps if you come from a side road.
Which direction does Poynette Rest Area 12 serve?
Northbound traffic on I-39. Traffic the other way uses Portage Rest Area 11.
How far is the next rest stop after Poynette Rest Area 12?
Northbound: I-39 Rest Area at Mile 117, about 41 miles. Southbound: Rest Area #17 Janesville, 55 miles.
Can you sleep at Poynette Rest Area 12?
Wisconsin lets travelers stay overnight, up to 24 hours. Camping outside the vehicle is not allowed.
Is there truck parking at Poynette Rest Area 12?
Yes, there are 63 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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