I-43 northbound - Denmark - Safety Rest Area 52

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Safety Rest Area 52 (I-43 northbound, south of Denmark) 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

Denmark Safety Rest Area

• Near Denmark, Manitowoc County
• Mile marker 168 northbound
• GPS coordinates: 44°19'21.5"N 87°48'55.5"W

Amenities

• 50 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 Maritime Industry" Historical Marker located on site.