Driving a fully electric rental down Hwy 5 and had to make an urgent stop for power…read more The rest stop is clean, has a lot of restrooms, snack machines, potty break area for pups, and picnic areas. It has 2 spots for electric vehicles to "fill up". The charging stations are FREE! The downside is that is takes forever to charge. So, if you're in a rush and don't have an hour to chill while charging, then keep moving. I always appreciate a clean restroom and snacks, bonus on free charging stations!

Located in Firebaugh, about 4 hours from Long Beach, the Erreca Rest Area was named after a former…read moredirector of public works, who oversaw the massive expansion of highways/freeways in California. It was re-named in his honor in 1982. It closed in 2022 for a massive renovation, to bring about a "model for new Caltrans California highway rest stops.", planned for 2024 re-opening. It was delayed, with the northbound opening occurring in August 2025, and the southbound in May 2026. My wife, her mom, and I stopped for a pitstop to take a restroom break and change out drivers as we headed north. It is indeed a massive rest stop with multiple buildings (vending machines), large grassy areas for pet relief, multiple picnic tables for outdoor meals.

The southbound side vista point has a great view from the top of the hill. The northbound side is…read moremuch less than spectacular. While I've passed this point several times, I didn't think this would be interesting, after stopping on the other side. There is much to see, as you can tell from the photos. The best photos, depending on your camera, might be taken on the driveway itself. They didn't exactly think to move it from the edge or the guard rail.

Vista: a ​view, ​especially a ​beautiful ​view from a high ​position…read more I have a soft spot for public access places like parks, beaches, and rest areas... 'Vista points like this one, the California Aqueduct, qualify as well. It's called Vista Point - California Aqueduct because it sits adjacent to the aqueduct. "You are here!" - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/vista-point-california-aqueduct-newman?select=WhzgFy-UFMQjD3GQSa3-hw My thoughts on this are as follows: 1. Places like this are a privilege, NOT a right. 2. The state/government doesn't have to provide a roadside rest area, public park, beach, or a "place with a great view." (i.e. - Vista point) 3. I'm thankful and appreciative for these amenities. If you've ever played @ a city/state park, beach, used a public restroom, stopped @ a rest area to stretch your legs on a long @ss road trip, then you too have enjoyed the benefits of just what I'm talking about. The next time you come upon a vista point, you may want to take a moment and check it out... It'll only take a mere 15 - 30 minutes out of your very, long & exciting drive. Sometimes you just have to stop and enjoy the view... 'And if you time it just right, catch an awesome sunset. I've stopped at a few vista points on my many road trips to and from Southern California. I've been to this particular I-5 south, vista point three or four times. Think of a vista point as a barebones rest stop... 'With a view. There's no restrooms, no water, just a paved lot... 'And a view. The view - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/vista-point-california-aqueduct-newman?select=QcqMRqbTfnjlh-HicROE0A Often, when I do drive by this location, I usually see a big rig sitting up here and on this particular day it was no different. There was a big rig, plus a small RV, and a couple who like me simply stopped to catch the sun as it set and disappeared into the horizon. For me, it wasn't just "another road trip sunset." Metaphorically, it was much more... The sun was setting on a yet another chapter of this adventure we call life. (Hey, I'm no Walt Whitman but I try.) Make it Great! Laugh well, laugh often... 'Even if it's @ someone else, pointing is optional. HAPA Boy & I catching the sunset - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/vista-point-california-aqueduct-newman?select=H7OyMqrQIsfyjCVP9G3pwQ - Big Aloha! Food: n/a (Unless you bring your own jerky, granola bars, and chips) Ambiance: 5 Service: 5+ Value: 5

Thank you for having several bathrooms available. Clean and good smelling restrooms by the Tesla…read morechargers are valuable. We appreciate it and accessible food inside and McDonalds are good choices too.

Atrocious bathroom situation. No seat covers, barely any toilet paper, you get to wade through the…read moretrash on the floor, NO HAND SOAP. Location is attached to a McDonald's, curious how employees are washing their hands. Will stop anywhere else next time.

Disgusting restrooms for both Men and Women. I asked the Manager about when the restroom was…read morecleaned last. His response.."I do not clean, I am a Manager". Owners, Managers and staff should be ashamed of themselves. Do not recommend this stop.

Stopped here on a drive down to the LA area! What an awful experience. Of the four stalls in the…read morewomen's restroom one was clogged, one had no working lock on the door, one had no toilet paper, one (the handicapped stall) was filthy and also out of toilet paper. The room's entire floor was wet, not just damp, but with puddles of water. Pick another place on I5!

Dirty, small and prices aren't marked because they have everything jacked up. Bad deal on gas also…read more I wouldn't recommend stopping here. If you need to stop, I'd try one of the other service stations in the immediate area.

Very clean, good smelling, and modern bathrooms. A good variety of merchandise, food, and beverages.read more

This is the place we would go every time we traveled from San Jose back to LA. The Harris Ranch is…read morefamous for their high quality steak. The Harris resort, restaurant and cute local American style store are such a gem in the local. Highly recommend visiting this Restaurant in the holiday season, you may enjoy the high quality meal and jollable holiday vibe. My friend order the 14 oz ribeye and I ordered 8oz filet mignon. It is a three course set. Soup(or Salad), bread and main course with two sides. The serve of the food matches the volume as it describe on the meau. It is quite a lot for girl. The chef or the culinary staff is expert on steak grilling. The crust of Filet mignon tastes caramel crunch. The inner of Filet mignon is perfectly soft tender. When you bite it, you still can feel the texture but not raw. It is warm and flavored tender. We enjoyed our dinner at regular restaurant. They also have the high end restaurant in the same building which combine with a classic drink bar.(adult only) if you would like to have a full experience of the premium steak paired with wine. You may have it in the same place. And of course, if you would like to bring the high quality raw beef back home and cook for your family they have another butcher in the gift shop.

Harris Ranch Restaurant today after church for Easter Dinner…read more We dined in the coffee shop or what they used to call the coffee shop. Judging by the menu it was obvious that the menu has been revised to highlight their more expensive selections. For that matter, ALL of their selections, I believe, can be called expensive. Our meals were delicious. My wife selected the filet mignon with soup (clam chowder). I selected the rib eye steak with garden salad. All delicious. Steaks were tender, and although I could not identify mine as a rib eye, it was delicious nonetheless the less. The portions were generous- about half of each of our meals went home with us. The only negative on the meal was my coffee. I like strong black coffee. This coffee was so strong, and quite bitter also, that I asked for,and graciously received, a cup of hot water to dilute it. Even so. It still was barely drinkable and I didn't finish one cup. Not wanting to hurt the moment, I said no more about it. The service was good and sufficient. The ambiance makes one feel that they are in somewhere special. The return soon feeling was not there, but I'm sure we'll be back.

As traveled up and back from Reno to Sac, to back to SF valley with my copilot my Aunt…read more And home again Love Travel Stop I so easy and quick always by a freeways Or down the road to an from our travels from over the years. We always use Love's Travel Stop

Stopped by to fuel up before heading home…read more Clean restrooms as expected of TA centers!