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Willows Rest Area
Willows Rest Area sits on I-5 near Artois in Glenn County, northbound. Truckers get 17 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. OpenStreetMap lists restrooms, drinking water, picnic tables and vending machines. The next stop north is Lt. John Helmick Rest Area, about 28 miles on. Roseville, CA is the closest big city, about 76 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-5 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Location | Artois, Glenn County, California Directions (39.5926, -122.2092) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Vending machines |
| Truck parking | 17 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); map data from OpenStreetMap. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-5
Heading northbound
Lt. John Helmick Rest Area
about 28 miles · Rest area near Corning
Heading southbound
Maxwell Rest Area
about 28 miles · Rest area near Maxwell
Other side of the highway: Willows Rest Area (Southbound).
Overnight parking
Maximum stay: 8 hours, set by California. Setting up a tent is not allowed.
Legal source: 21 CCR 2205. All California rest area rules
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Willows Rest Area?
On I-5 northbound near Artois in Glenn County, California. Coordinates are in the table above.
Which direction does Willows Rest Area serve?
Northbound traffic on I-5. Traffic the other way uses Willows Rest Area.
Does Willows Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Willows Rest Area?
Northbound: Lt. John Helmick Rest Area, about 28 miles. Southbound: Maxwell Rest Area, about 28 miles.
Can you sleep at Willows Rest Area?
Maximum stay: 8 hours, set by California. Setting up a tent is not allowed.
Is there truck parking at Willows Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 17 spaces for trucks.
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