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John Chuck Erreca Rest Area
John Chuck Erreca Rest Area is a rest area on I-5 northbound in California near Los Banos. A federal truck parking survey counted 31 spaces for big rigs here. Mapped amenities include restrooms, drinking water, picnic tables and vending machines. The next stop north is Dos Amigos Vista Point Rest Area, about 5.2 miles on. The nearest large city is Salinas, CA, 50 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-5 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Location | Los Banos, Merced County, California Directions (36.8642, -120.7833) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Vending machines |
| Truck parking | 31 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-5
Heading northbound
Dos Amigos Vista Point Rest Area
about 5.2 miles · Rest area near Los Banos
Heading southbound
Buttonwillow Rest Area
about 144 miles · Rest area near Buttonwillow
Other side of the highway: John Chuck Erreca Rest Area (Southbound).
Overnight parking
California allows 8 hours at a rest area. Camping outside the vehicle is not allowed.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is John Chuck Erreca Rest Area?
On I-5 northbound near Los Banos in Merced County, California. The Directions link opens the spot in Google Maps.
Which direction does John Chuck Erreca Rest Area serve?
Northbound traffic on I-5. Traffic the other way uses John Chuck Erreca Rest Area.
Does John Chuck Erreca Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after John Chuck Erreca Rest Area?
Northbound: Dos Amigos Vista Point Rest Area, about 5.2 miles. Southbound: Buttonwillow Rest Area, about 144 miles.
Can you sleep at John Chuck Erreca Rest Area?
California allows 8 hours at a rest area. Camping outside the vehicle is not allowed.
Is there truck parking at John Chuck Erreca Rest Area?
Yes, there are 31 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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