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Osceola Rest Area
Osceola Rest Area sits on I-35 near Osceola in Clarke County (mile 33), southbound. Truckers get 12 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. Mapped amenities include restrooms. Heading south, the next one is Osceola Alternate Parking Area in roughly 1.9 miles. Des Moines, IA is the closest big city, about 42 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-35 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 33 |
| Location | Osceola, Clarke County, Iowa Directions (41.0141, -93.7973) |
| Amenities | Restrooms |
| Truck parking | 12 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Hours | Open 24/7 (OpenStreetMap) |
Sources: the federal Jason's Law truck parking survey (2019); map data from OpenStreetMap. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-35
Heading southbound
Osceola Alternate Parking Area
about 1.9 miles · Truck parking near Osceola
Food and fuel: Emporia Service Area, about 271 mi
Heading northbound
I-35 Rest Area near Buffalo (historical)
about 24 miles · Rest area near Buffalo (historical)
Other side of the highway: Osceola Rest Area (Northbound).
How long can you stay?
Iowa sets no statewide hour limit we could find, so the signs at the entrance decide.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Osceola Rest Area?
On I-35 southbound at mile 33 near Osceola in Clarke County, Iowa. Coordinates are in the table above.
Which direction does Osceola Rest Area serve?
Southbound traffic on I-35. Traffic the other way uses Osceola Rest Area.
Does Osceola Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here. The site is listed as open 24/7.
How far is the next rest stop after Osceola Rest Area?
Southbound: Osceola Alternate Parking Area, about 1.9 miles. Northbound: I-35 Rest Area near Buffalo (historical), about 24 miles.
Can you sleep at Osceola Rest Area?
Iowa sets no statewide hour limit we could find, so the signs at the entrance decide.
Is there truck parking at Osceola Rest Area?
Yes, there are 12 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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