Bruce K.
5/5/2022
Welcome to Wisconsin as you cross over from Minnesota on I-90, this rest area is pretty good. I like that there is a complete 90 degree turn to enter and that should slow people down. The rest...
WisDOT Rest Area 31
(3)
Photos
503 Olivet St
La Crosse, WI 54603
WisDOT Rest Area 31 in La Crosse, WI is a well-equipped rest area located near La Crosse County. With ample parking spaces for cars, trucks, buses, and RVs, it offers a range of amenities including restrooms, drinking water, picnic tables, and vending machines. The rest area also features a seasonal walking path, a children's play area, and a pet exercise area. Visitors can enjoy a short scenic trail along the Mississippi River slough and explore historical markers such as the Upper Mississippi Historical Marker and the Maj. Gen. C. C. Washburn Historical Marker. Additionally, the rest area houses the La Crosse Area Travel Wisconsin Welcome Center, providing travel information and a photo opportunity to welcome visitors to Wisconsin.
Originally opened in 1977 and reconstructed in 2016, WisDOT Rest Area 31 is Wisconsin's only safety rest area located on an island. Situated on French Island, it offers a convenient and pleasant stop for travelers passing through the area. Whether you're looking for a quick break, a place to stretch your legs, or information about the local attractions, this rest area provides a comfortable and welcoming environment for all.
Generated from the website
Reviews
3.53 reviews
Howard L.
8/12/2025
Recently came here just because I wanted place to stop at to review since I've been to a lot of rest areas around the Midwest. It's a pretty cool rest stop though I thought it'd be a little more...
Daniel P.
7/10/2019
Some fairly recent renovation has occurred at this rest stop along with the work on the Dresbach Bridge; the whole layout has changed for the better and the main building has been moved to the...
See a problem?
