Rest Stops NearbyRest areaI-39 · Northbound
Willow Creek Rest Area
Willow Creek Rest Area sits on I-39 near Paw Paw in Lee County, northbound. Truckers get 42 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. OpenStreetMap lists restrooms, drinking water and vending machines. After this, northbound drivers reach Beloit Rest Area 22 about 62 miles later. Aurora, IL is the closest big city, about 35 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-39 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Location | Paw Paw, Lee County, Illinois Directions (41.7241, -89.0073) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water, Vending machines |
| Truck parking | 42 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Operator | Illinois Department of Transportation |
Sources: FHWA truck parking survey (2019, published by U.S. DOT); OpenStreetMap for amenities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-39
Heading northbound
Beloit Rest Area 22
about 62 miles · Rest area in Wisconsin
Heading southbound
No further southbound stop in our list on I-39.
Other side of the highway: Willow Creek Rest Area (Southbound).
Sleeping in your car here
Stays here are capped at 3 hours under Illinois rules.
Based on 92 Ill. Adm. Code 533.20. Rules and closures in Illinois
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- TW Dekalb Oasis Service plazaRestroomsDrinking waterVending machines 28 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Willow Creek Rest Area?
On I-39 northbound near Paw Paw in Lee County, Illinois.
Which direction does Willow Creek Rest Area serve?
Northbound traffic on I-39. Traffic the other way uses Willow Creek Rest Area.
Does Willow Creek Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Willow Creek Rest Area?
Northbound: Beloit Rest Area 22, about 62 miles.
Can you sleep at Willow Creek Rest Area?
Stays here are capped at 3 hours under Illinois rules.
Is there truck parking at Willow Creek Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 42 spaces for trucks.
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