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Kentwood Rest Area
You will find Kentwood Rest Area on I-55 (southbound) by Kentwood, Louisiana, around mile marker 1. A federal truck parking survey counted 20 spaces for big rigs here. The nearest large city is Baton Rouge, LA, 55 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-55 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 1 |
| Location | Kentwood, Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana Directions (30.9831, -90.5102) |
| Amenities | Not in our sources yet. |
| Truck parking | 20 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: the federal Jason's Law truck parking survey (2019). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
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How long can you stay?
Any time limit here comes from the posted signs; Louisiana has no statewide one that we found.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kentwood Rest Area?
On I-55 southbound at mile 1 near Kentwood in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana.
Which direction does Kentwood Rest Area serve?
Southbound traffic on I-55.
How far is the next rest stop after Kentwood Rest Area?
Northbound: Welcome Center Pike County Welcome Center, about 5.2 miles.
Can you sleep at Kentwood Rest Area?
Any time limit here comes from the posted signs; Louisiana has no statewide one that we found.
Is there truck parking at Kentwood Rest Area?
20 truck spaces, per FHWA data.
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