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Donner Summit Rest Area
Donner Summit Rest Area is a rest area on I-80 eastbound in California near Soda Springs. A federal truck parking survey counted 12 spaces for big rigs here. On record: restrooms, drinking water, picnic tables and vending machines. After this, eastbound drivers reach Donner Lake Vista Point Rest Area about 2.9 miles later. It is about 31 miles (straight line) from Reno, NV.
| Highway | I-80 · Eastbound |
|---|---|
| Location | Soda Springs, Nevada County, California Directions (39.3413, -120.3408) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Vending machines |
| Truck parking | 12 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey); OpenStreetMap volunteers for the facilities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-80
Heading eastbound
Donner Lake Vista Point Rest Area
about 2.9 miles · Rest area near Truckee
Food and fuel: TW Chicago Southland Lincoln Oasis, about 2015 mi
Heading westbound
Gold Run Rest Area
about 34 miles · Rest area near Gold Run
Other side of the highway: Donner Summit Rest Area (Westbound).
Sleeping in your car here
Plan for a break of no more than 8 hours; that is the California limit. No camping.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Donner Summit Rest Area?
On I-80 eastbound near Soda Springs in Nevada County, California. The map link above starts navigation.
Which direction does Donner Summit Rest Area serve?
Eastbound traffic on I-80. Traffic the other way uses Donner Summit Rest Area.
Does Donner Summit Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Donner Summit Rest Area?
Eastbound: Donner Lake Vista Point Rest Area, about 2.9 miles. Westbound: Gold Run Rest Area, about 34 miles.
Can you sleep at Donner Summit Rest Area?
Plan for a break of no more than 8 hours; that is the California limit. No camping.
Is there truck parking at Donner Summit Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 12 spaces for trucks.
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