I-43 southbound - Maribel - Safety Rest Area 51

Safety Rest Area 51 (I-43 southbound, north of Maribel) will be closed for reconstruction until the summer of 2026. The project includes a new comfort building, expanded truck parking, and an OSOW staging area. For additional assistance planning during the closure, refer to following resources:

• WisDOT Safety Rest Areas main page
• Roadside facilities interactive map
• 511wi.gov

Location

Maribel Safety Rest Area

• Near Maribel, Manitowoc County
• Mile marker 168 southbound
• GPS coordinates: 44°19'05.3"N 87°48'54.6"W

Amenities

• 47 car and 20 truck parking stalls
• Men's and women's restrooms
• Handicapped accessible
• Diaper changing facilities
• Drinking water
• Vending machines
• Picnic area and tables
• Pet exercise area
• Recycling areas

Features

• Original Safety Rest Area opened in 1980.
• Extensive flower plantings in-season.
• Dividable restrooms to minimize disruption during cleaning
• "Wisconsin's Dairy Industry" Historical Marker located on site.