Finally a rest stop that's open on I -5. For some reason most of the rest stops have been closed…read moreheading south on I -5. We really needed a spot to let our dogs out to do their business. This was not the greatest location. No grass,only weeds and foxtails. Really didn't want my dogs wandering in the weeds. Had them pee in the parking lot on my tire. Was not happy with that. I know the state is running out of money,but at least knock down the weeds,it's a fire hazard

Decent rest area. Glad to be able to stop and use the facilities. Women's room had toilet paper,…read moreworking toilets, soap, cold water and 2 air blowers that worked. Husband had toilet paper, working toilets, soap and water but no towels or blowers that worked in the Men's room. Came out with wet hands! Area looked nice. Saw the vending machines but didn't need them. Lots of parking spots. Glad it was here!!

Clean, well stocked restrooms. Picnic tables with roofs. Perfect for hot sunny or rainy days…read more Vending machines. Halfway between LA and San Jose along I5 N & S. This rest area serves its purpose really well. Stop by if you need a potty break, stretch, eat, walk around.

Having both a northbound and southbound side off the I-5, the 24-hour Buttonwillow Rest Area…read moreprovides easy on/off capabilities and modern bathrooms, along with grassy areas for pet relief. It opened concurrently with the interstate in the 1960's and was named for the nearby community (which was named after a historic buttonwillow tree, named a California landmark in 1952) It's about 2.5 hours from Long Beach as one is passing Bakersfield, and became a convenient stop to take a break and change drivers. The lone building housed his/her washrooms, and a drinking fountain that also allowed water bottle fill-ups.

$10.00 for private toilet & shower October 2020: One large…read moretowel with stain Soap only (shower dispenser) No soap for the sink No shampoo or conditioner Toilet Paper does not fit on the holder Cleanliness in question overall Helpful staff Parking for autos and trailers No signs saying showers and located upstairs in an AMPM so walk in and ask. I have used other road side showers along I-5 (Joe's Travel Center for example) and that is the place to go. They are far apart in distance so hopefully I find something in between. To be blunt this is a last resort option. You better have your own soap, shampoo and towels to bring inside. Water temperature warm enough. I would never return in the current condition.

I stopped at the Lost Hills Travel Center on my way to San Diego to get gas and use the ladies room…read moreand take a little break. This location is mostly a truck stop location. There's a Arco/AMPM and Dairy Queen. The Bathrooms are clean for a gas station and the staff is friendly and helpful too. The gas prices are also better than the other surrounding gas stations in this area. Parking is ample if you're stopping to order some food get travel information. Etc... There are well over 20+ gas pumps, so even though it's busy the wait for a pump is minimal. I can't speak on how good the Dairy Queen is as it wasn't opening time yet. It is really convenient if you're hungry. Overall, if I'm traveling down I-5 and have to make a pit stop Lost Hills will definitely be one on my list of Truck/Rest stops.

Lived in CA my whole life and never found a rest stop with free RV dump station and wash out hose…read more Bathrooms were very clean, working vending machines with cold drink options and plenty of trailer and truck parking. As rest stops go, this is a great option for travelers.

About halfway through the Tejon Pass, this rest area was a welcome break. Aside from the fantastic…read moreviews of the mountains here, there was parking in the shade, decently clean rest rooms and a FREE RV sanitary dump site with flush water. Parking for cars is along the loop in the back which is a plus for the folks who aren't used to the all night idling of trucks. Dump site is at the exit and accessible from both car and truck parking areas. Be aware that many of the California rest areas are closed so plan ahead for disappointment. Boron to the east on SR-58 was closed when I was passing through. [Review 21028 overall - 544 in California - 2013 of 2023.]

A Vista del Lago review, in haiku form: The best restroom…read morestop... Educate yourselves people! Enjoy the water

Great rest stop and refill for my water. Definite recommendation for anyone who wants to take a…read morebreak from their long road trip. I almost always come down here when I make my trip to Los Angeles.

I usually stop by a travel center for restroom breaks and for their convenient store.. We were on…read moreour way home from NorCal and stopped here for a short break. The restroom (at least for Women) were super clean and huge. Not sure if this is a popular stop destination but it's so clean and huge, def exceeded my expectations. Their convenient store were fully stocked and super clean also. Def recommend this spot if you need a restroom break!

We enjoy using this rest stop for bathroom breaks and getting gas when we are traveling from…read moreNorthern California to Southern California. It never disappoints that it is clean and not crowded at all

This is our favorite EV charging stop on the drive from the Bay Area to SoCal. The GM chargers here…read moreare reliable -- usually around 150 kW max before tapering -- and everything around the station is well‑kept. The windshield washer buckets are always full with plenty of soap, and the big trash cans make it easy to clean out the car. Inside, this Flying J has pretty much everything: Taco Bell, Cinnabon, sandwiches, tons of drinks, a lounge area, showers, and clean bathrooms. Super convenient for a quick break. There's also a Jack in the Box next door, and local vendors often sell tacos, honey, and veggies nearby. Great stop all around -- reliable charging, lots of food options, and easy in‑and‑out.

My experience at The Flying J was okay. I was a bit bummed at how packed it got, they definitely…read moreneed more restrooms because waiting in line when you really have to go is no fun. Don't, I repeat, don't come here during a busy holiday; everything will be crowded, and you might end up in an uncomfortable situation while waiting for a restroom. If it's not busy, though, it's a good spot to visit. There's a decent selection of things to buy and look at, the place is clean, and the staff are friendly.

Why this is the very first time I've seen|heard of TA Travel Center is beyond me but I sure am glad…read moreto have stumbled across this location today. While my family and I were on our way home, we made a quick detour to fuel up the car, grab some snacks, and to use the restrooms. I am pretty confident in saying you will be able to find whatever you are in need of, here. Bonus points for having delicious eats all under one roof- Burger King, Popeyes, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and Subway. TA Travel Center is grand in size, the establishment is extremely roomy, things were organized, and while most shelves and aisles were stocked, the chips department was bare as a bone. Snacks are plentiful whether you are in need of just deliciously processed foods or healthier options. The restrooms are tidy and have restrooms on both ends of the building- that leaves for less wait times and quicker visits going in and out. The sales clerk was friendly, prompt, and the pricing is fair. 5 stars, I wouldn't hesitate to come back again.

OVERVIEW: After or before making the Grapevine mountain run,…read morethis is a good place to take a pit stop. But it's far from ideal, and could be A LOT BETTER. CONS: Hands down, Love's & Flying J Gas / Truck stops are far superior to TA Travel Centers any day of the week. TA simply feels old and outdated. The bathrooms are old, the coffee machines are old, and the corporate owners are not doing anything to upgrade the facilities. There have been times when the Men's / Women's bathrooms have been closed for cleaning maintenance DURING PEAK BUSINESS HOURS. Even though there are additional bathrooms, (albeit much smaller) on the premises, if a charter bus unloads a large group of passengers at this location during a peak hour maintenance break, YOU HAVE A DISASTER. C'mon management, it's a 24 HOUR FACILITY !!! Do the cleaning maintenance during slow traffic periods !!! There are many other gas stations at the East & West Laval Road Exits. (With TA Travel being on the East side.). But for some inexplicable reason, there seems to be a lot of flies at this location. So if you open your car or truck door for an extended period of time, you're sure to get flies in your cabin. I have never experienced this problem at other locations at Laval Road. There must be some sanitation issues there that are causing the flies to congregate there in force. PROS: HUGE parking lot. So if you want to walk your dog, or simply relax in your car for awhile, you're sure to find a spot which is quiet and no one will bother you. There is security on the property. (Although the same security company covers other establishments on Laval Road.) There are several food options ri. (Burger Thing, Taco Belly, Pizza the Hutt and Papi Eyes Louisiana Chicken, not mention the make it yourself hot dogs inside the TA facility.)

Went to the first pump number one and it wasn't working so the guy who was fighting his pump was…read moretelling me that no pumps work but all it was was his card and pump was completely down

I asked to leave my trailer for about an hour to go grocery shopping and was told no! That's BS…read moreconsidering there's is nowhere local i can get groceries with a full truck and trailer. Truck stops should allow you to leave or for at least a couple hours! It's so frustrating. As though this life style isn't hard enough, the companies that are supposed to be supportive and helpful don't even want to help! Shame on you pilot!

This rest stop is so nice, clean and the surroundings lush . The restrooms are clean, with paper…read moretowels, seat cover and hand soap. Very convenient to stretch and walk the dogs . No shops just for restrooms break.

It's not my favorite. This rest area is so so small and barely fit our 24 foot rv. We had no other…read morechoice but to stop here because the next stop was a couple hours north.