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Illini Prairie Rest Area
Illini Prairie Rest Area sits on I-57 near Pesotum in Champaign County (mile 222), northbound. A federal truck parking survey counted 21 spaces for big rigs here. Mapped amenities include restrooms, drinking water and picnic tables. After this, northbound drivers reach Main Line Station Rest Area about 47 miles later. Springfield, IL is the closest big city, about 72 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-57 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 222 |
| Location | Pesotum, Champaign County, Illinois Directions (39.9219, -88.2990) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water, Picnic tables |
| Truck parking | 21 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Hours | Open 24/7 (OpenStreetMap) |
| Operator | Illinois Department of Transportation |
Sources: FHWA truck parking survey (2019, published by U.S. DOT); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-57
Heading northbound
Main Line Station Rest Area
about 47 miles · Rest area near Loda
Heading southbound
Green Creek Rest Area
57 miles · Rest area near Sigel
Other side of the highway: Illini Prairie Rest Area (Southbound).
Can you sleep here?
Illinois limits stays at rest areas to 3 hours.
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Pride of the Prairie Rest Area Rest areaRestroomsPicnic tables 16 truck spaces
- Pride of the Prairie Rest Area Rest area17 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Illini Prairie Rest Area?
On I-57 northbound at mile 222 near Pesotum in Champaign County, Illinois. The Directions link opens the spot in Google Maps.
Which direction does Illini Prairie Rest Area serve?
Northbound traffic on I-57. Traffic the other way uses Illini Prairie Rest Area.
Does Illini Prairie 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 Illini Prairie Rest Area?
Northbound: Main Line Station Rest Area, about 47 miles. Southbound: Green Creek Rest Area, 57 miles.
Can you sleep at Illini Prairie Rest Area?
Illinois limits stays at rest areas to 3 hours.
Is there truck parking at Illini Prairie Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 21 spaces for trucks.
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