Pretty spot. Close to the interstate but not so much as to distract from the well kept grounds and…read morelarge shade trees. This rest stop has a short walking path taking you behind the building and near the trees. It's perfect for talking your fur babies for a stroll as a change from the grassy pet area. It's also good for a change of pace if you need to take a walk, too.

Great place to stop, if you are going westbound you will have to back track three miles on the…read morehighway.

Another in a great line of Minnesota rest areas. If you've traveled through other states you know…read moreMn is among the cleanest and best. To divert a little. Somewhere in the middle section of Missouri the rest areas take a filthier turn with people who don't look like road travelers hanging in the parking lot and staring. In the Jackson Mi area on an overnight drive there were men running into a wooded area. I decided to shave and entered the lobby as a man was standing there with three women as they all smiled and said hello. Ok, that'll be ok. Soon as I got to the sink and taking out my shaving things the man comes up to the sink next to me...."here we go", I thought. He says.."..say you see those mighty fine ladies with me.. I could let you have a party with any that you want". This stop has a playground, a place for the dogs, spotless restroom, even in late afternoon, a wall of vending machines and just a scenic respite area. PB4UGO.

When you've got to go, you've go to go, and especially if the next rest stop after this one is many…read moremiles way. I stopped in to the Heath Creek Rest Area yesterday on the way to the Twin Cities. This place has what you need: - Easy access from and back to I-35. - Clean Rest Rooms - Drinking Water and Vending Machines - Nice Park-Like Atmosphere with Picnic Tables and Pet Walking Space. I did have one interesting experience inside of my 10-15 minutes here. Another car pulled up and one of the passengers was just behind me on the walk to the facilities. All of a sudden, he started asking me what I thought of Biden and how he was a big Trump supporter. As this was no place or time for such a discussion, I waved him off (twice) by saying that I don't talk politics in public. This just goes to show you that you never know who you'll run into at a rest stop, and it's best to always be situationally aware.

I stopped at this rest stop in St. Cloud as I was driving northbound back to Winnipeg. There was a…read moresnowstorm during my road trip, which had briefly dissipated by the time I got to Fuller Lake. It was windy. I parked and got out of my vehicle. I was hoping that the wind would blow me over to the building, but it was blowing sideways. I can't win 'em all! The walkway was nicely plowed. I had no problem walking up to the building to use the women's washroom. The stall that I used was nicely maintained. No issues. Everything was clean. This rest stop has vending machines. If you need drinks or snacks, you're in luck. The selection is decent. The machines accept coins, cash, and credit cards. As I was walking back to my vehicle, a man was plowing the sidewalk. On this day, it would be the last time I saw anyone clearing snow at any rest stop north of St. Cloud. The snowstorm got worse as I cut through North Dakota. I had a great experience here. It was good to stretch here before driving through the worst part of the snowstorm. (16)

Nice clean safe rest stop. Walking area, parking, pet walking area, woodchip walking trail, rest…read moreareas.

Very clean rest area. There are vending machines for quick snacks and drinks. The area is well…read moregroomed and plenty of picnic tables for a picnic. I like that there was a small playscape for kids to release stored up energy.

Clean, and updated parking stop near Avon, Big Spunk Lake is on the Eastbound leg of I-94, clean…read moreand filled with supplies. Plenty of space to stretch your legs and get a few snacks or just sit down on the park benches and take a nap. Middle Spunk Lake rest stop, the opposite side (Westbound) is basically exactly the same, except with a far stranger 180° turn to get off the ramp and another 180° turn to get into the stop.

Hubbie needed a cheap "cuppa" coffee between Saturday shenanigans and this gas station was…read moreconveniently along our route. I don't expect much out of gas stations (I don't think many people do), so we were both kinda floored by how NICE the interior of this gas station was. Like practically upscale fancy (for a gas station), clean and well-lit, with a decent selection of REAL food (produce, milk, eggs, etc.) in addition to the typical junk fare. I was also impressed by the tap smoothie and protein shake dispensers alongside the coffee brews and soda fountain. Bakery items were actively being discounted when we arrived, and were extremely tempting flavors like pumpkin white chocolate chip. Perhaps needless to say, we walked out with more than hubbie's cup of coffee. X'D Making your shop look nice (while staying affordable) works y'all! Honestly this trend of gas stations that TRY is refreshing; it doesn't have to feel like you're slumming it or one step above peeing on the side of the road. Next time I need a quick something, I may in fact prioritize Kwik Trip over say Holiday or Speedway. Also the employees working here were friendly and efficient. So even the help really seemed a step above the rest when it comes to gas stations. My kudos to them!

Well kept store with a larger produce section than I expected. Multiple Karuba Coffee Makers…read more Pretty busy location though.

Tip: This rest area's backdrop is nice. Middle Spunk Lake is behind it…read more I saw this rest stop nearly 1.5 hours after leaving Richfield and made a stop. Pulling into this rest stop was straightforward. I was the only person using this rest stop, so parking wasn't an issue. The pathway to the rest stop was nicely maintained and shovelled. The women's washroom was clean. There was a lot of information about the washroom being a septic tank. I like rest stops that allow me to learn at my pace. There was a male staffer taking a break when I left. I saw a sign about Charles Lindbergh's ties to Minnesota, so I read it outside before I headed to my vehicle. Staying a bit longer allowed me to figure things out. This rest stop is in Avon, Minnesota. Why is it called Middle Spunk? Well, I looked at the frozen lake behind the snowbanks and trees. The lake is called Middle Spunk Lake. Across from this lake is Big Spunk Lake. I reckon that this place is awesome in the summertime. I can see boats out and folks fishing. It was nice to stop here. I'd love to drop by when it's warmer. (490)

A hundred miles of driving and exploring. Now I'm back onto the Interstate, about halfway from…read moreMinneapolis to Fargo and as the sun has set, it's time to find my parking place for the night. Thankfully, the Middle Spunk Rest Area has no sign prohibiting overnight parking. I lined up, shut down and secured for the night. Yes, my Sprinter van is a converted RV and thanks to the fabulous layout of the rest area, the parking spots are pretty far from the noise of the roadway. It was quiet and peaceful. [Review 20745 overall - 156 in Minnesota - 1727 of 2023.]

Omg dougnuts and coffee at 2am has never been better. They have the best, biggest, most delicious…read moredoughnuts i have ever seen. You should go look for yourself and be amazed. They also have bug candy.

A good spot to stop,…read more It's got what you need. Pretty standard type stop along the route.

Given our history with calling for a shuttle, we opted to take a picture of the QR code in the…read morelobby. What a difference! Scan, select, 15min and we're on our way! Check-in was fast & easy. The room was fresh & clean, with no carpeting & the large statement wall decor reflecting the local area. It came in at about $70 for the night. We pre-scheduled the 530am shuttle & we were told it will have us at the airport by 6am.

Check in smooth. Parking lot well lit. Airport parking a plus but still $15/day and shuttle only…read moreruns on the half hour every hour so plan to be super early or rushing it. Rooms are clean, beds are not true queen, run small but it is what it is for the price. Close to lots of restaurants and shopping for last minute items. EV charge station 2 miles away at target - accepts non tesla with adapter.

Located on I-35 between Minneapolis and Duluth, this was a nice spot to stop for a stretch and to…read moreuse the rest room. Very clean and easy to access. There are some covered picnic tables, benches and even trails for a nice walk. I spotted a childrens' play area too. The rest stop overlooks Goose Creek so it was really nice to get a view of the wetlands and the meadows in the distance which is a welcome break from highways and tractor trailers. I did not see any signs prohibiting overnight parking. [Review 17871 overall - 101 in Minnesota - 1392 of 2022.]

I've stayed at Springhill Suites across the country as a Bonvoy Gold Elite member, and I have never…read moreencountered a more incompetent or argumentative staff. This place is an absolute joke. The nightmare started at check-in. I always use the pre-check-in feature to get my mobile key and head straight to my room. When I arrived, the manager on duty actually tried to argue with me, claiming that using the mobile key process was "illegal." After that absurd power trip, they made me wait forever for a room. Despite my request for a high floor near the elevator, they stuck me on the first floor. Then came the key fiasco. The physical key didn't work. The mobile key didn't work. I hiked back to the desk, the manager made a new key, and--shocker--that one didn't work either. His excuse? He told me the mobile key takes "10 minutes" to activate. I stay at Marriotts constantly; that is a blatant lie and a pathetic attempt to cover for their broken system. The property itself is a total letdown. It looks drab and dated for a relatively new hotel, and they don't even offer EV chargers. I usually choose this brand for the consistent quality, but this specific location is absolute garbage. Do yourself a favor and stay anywhere else.

This is my go-to hotel whenever I'm in town on business. The location couldn't be better--just a…read moreshort walk from the Shoppes at Arbor Lakes. Lots of options for casual sit-down or grab-and-go meals. And if I need groceries, Whole Foods and Trader Joe's are close by too. Plenty of parking spaces in the shared lot with the Residence Inn. Their complimentary breakfast is incredibly convenient--perfect for grabbing a quick meal before heading out for the workday. Rooms are clean and spacious with a couch and desk if you want to get some work done in your room.