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Rest areaI-5 · Southbound

Lt. John Helmick Rest Area

Lt. John Helmick Rest Area sits on I-5 near Corning in Tehama County, southbound. A federal truck parking survey counted 14 spaces for big rigs here. Heading south, the next one is Willows Rest Area in roughly 28 miles. Roseville, CA is the closest big city, about 96 miles away as the crow flies.

HighwayI-5 · Southbound
LocationCorning, Tehama County, California
Directions (39.9502, -122.2004)
AmenitiesWe have no confirmed amenities for this stop.
Truck parking14 spaces (FHWA survey)

Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.

Next rest stops on I-5

Heading southbound

Willows Rest Area
about 28 miles · Rest area near Artois

Heading northbound

Herbert S. Miles Rest Area
about 24 miles · Rest area near Red Bluff

Other side of the highway: Lt. John Helmick Rest Area (Northbound).

Overnight parking

The time limit at California rest areas is 8 hours. Tents and camping are off limits.

Based on 21 CCR 2205. Rules and closures in California

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lt. John Helmick Rest Area?

On I-5 southbound near Corning in Tehama County, California. Follow the highway signs; the Directions link helps if you come from a side road.

Which direction does Lt. John Helmick Rest Area serve?

Southbound traffic on I-5. Traffic the other way uses Lt. John Helmick Rest Area.

How far is the next rest stop after Lt. John Helmick Rest Area?

Southbound: Willows Rest Area, about 28 miles. Northbound: Herbert S. Miles Rest Area, about 24 miles.

Can you sleep at Lt. John Helmick Rest Area?

The time limit at California rest areas is 8 hours. Tents and camping are off limits.

Is there truck parking at Lt. John Helmick Rest Area?

Yes, there are 14 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).

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