Rest Stops NearbyRest areaI-96 · Westbound
Portland Rest Area 531
Portland Rest Area 531 is a rest area on I-96 westbound in Michigan, at mile 79 near Frost Corners. A federal truck parking survey counted 39 spaces for big rigs here. Mapped amenities include restrooms. After this, westbound drivers reach Fruitport Rest Area 502 about 71 miles later. Lansing, MI is the closest big city, about 17 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-96 · Westbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 79 |
| Location | Frost Corners, Ionia County, Michigan Directions (42.8493, -84.8551) |
| Amenities | Restrooms |
| Truck parking | 39 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-96
Heading westbound
Fruitport Rest Area 502
about 71 miles · Rest area near Spring Lake
Heading eastbound
Grand Ledge Rest Area 825
8 miles · Rest area near Wacousta
Sleeping in your car here
No hour limit in Michigan state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply.
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Potterville Rest Area 829 Rest area25 truck spaces
- DeWitt Rest Area 831 Rest areaRestrooms 28 truck spaces
- Holt Rest Area 810 Rest areaRestrooms 19 truck spaces
- Woodbury Rest Area 830 Rest areaRestrooms 25 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Portland Rest Area 531?
On I-96 westbound at mile 79 near Frost Corners in Ionia County, Michigan. The map link above starts navigation.
Which direction does Portland Rest Area 531 serve?
Westbound traffic on I-96.
Does Portland Rest Area 531 have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Portland Rest Area 531?
Westbound: Fruitport Rest Area 502, about 71 miles. Eastbound: Grand Ledge Rest Area 825, 8 miles.
Can you sleep at Portland Rest Area 531?
No hour limit in Michigan state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply.
Is there truck parking at Portland Rest Area 531?
Yes, there are 39 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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