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Willow Creek Rest Area
Willow Creek Rest Area sits on I-39 near Paw Paw in Lee County, southbound. A federal truck parking survey counted 42 spaces for big rigs here. On record: restrooms, drinking water and vending machines. Aurora, IL is the closest big city, about 35 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-39 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Location | Paw Paw, Lee County, Illinois Directions (41.7276, -89.0117) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water, Vending machines |
| Truck parking | 42 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Operator | Illinois Department of Transportation |
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-39
Heading southbound
No further southbound stop in our list on I-39.
Heading northbound
Beloit Rest Area 22
about 62 miles · Rest area in Wisconsin
Other side of the highway: Willow Creek Rest Area (Northbound).
Overnight parking
Plan for a break of no more than 3 hours; that is the Illinois limit.
Legal source: 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 southbound near Paw Paw in Lee County, Illinois. Coordinates are in the table above.
Which direction does Willow Creek Rest Area serve?
Southbound 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?
Plan for a break of no more than 3 hours; that is the Illinois limit.
Is there truck parking at Willow Creek Rest Area?
Yes, 42 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
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