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Bay City Rest Area 605
You will find Bay City Rest Area 605 on I-75 (southbound) by Kochville, Michigan, around mile marker 158. A federal truck parking survey counted 33 spaces for big rigs here. On record: restrooms. The next stop south is Clio Rest Area 612, 29 miles on. Lansing, MI is the closest big city, about 63 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-75 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 158 |
| Location | Kochville, Bay County, Michigan Directions (43.5283, -83.9438) |
| Amenities | Restrooms |
| Truck parking | 33 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-75
Heading southbound
Clio Rest Area 612
29 miles · Rest area near Clio
Heading northbound
Linwood Rest Area 626
17 miles · Rest area near Linwood
How long can you stay?
No hour limit in Michigan state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply.
Based on MDOT proposed rules (2025). Michigan overview
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bay City Rest Area 605?
On I-75 southbound at mile 158 near Kochville in Bay County, Michigan. Tap Directions to route there.
Which direction does Bay City Rest Area 605 serve?
Southbound traffic on I-75.
Does Bay City Rest Area 605 have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Bay City Rest Area 605?
Southbound: Clio Rest Area 612, 29 miles. Northbound: Linwood Rest Area 626, 17 miles.
Can you sleep at Bay City Rest Area 605?
No hour limit in Michigan state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply.
Is there truck parking at Bay City Rest Area 605?
Yes, 33 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
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