22/08/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 22/08/2024 21:32
TIC wants to let people know we are working on making our rest areas safer and more accessible to the traveling public, but this work will require two rest areas to be closed for a while.
Government Camp Rest Area
Government Camp Rest Area will be closed for a pavement maintenance project from September 3, 2024 - September 13, 2024.
During this period, crews will be undertaking the follow improvements:
The rest area will be completely closed to the public during these 10 days. Travelers are advised to plan ahead and make use of alternative rest areas or services in the vicinity.
Sunset Springs Rest Area
Sunset Rest Area will be closed for a paving project and ADA Upgrades from September 3, 2024, to October 3, 2024.
During this period, crews will be undertaking the following improvements:
The rest area will be completely closed to the public during this time, and all facilities, including restrooms and parking, will be unavailable. Travelers are encouraged to plan their stops accordingly and utilize alternative rest areas or services along the route.
The Travel Information Council and ODOT apologize for any inconvenience this temporary closure may cause and appreciate the public's patience as we work to improve the Sunset Rest Area. These upgrades are part of our ongoing commitment to providing safe, accessible, and well-maintained rest areas for all road users. There is a nearby county facility, Klootchy Park, located further along US 26 at milepost 2 with restroom facilities open to the public with parking that can only accommodate passenger cars, passenger vans, and light trucks but does not allow for large trucks, semi-trucks or oversized loads. Travelers with large trucks and oversized loads should plan their stops accordingly.