Rest Stops NearbyRest areaI-57 · Northbound
Rend Lake Rest Area
Rend Lake Rest Area is a rest area on I-57 northbound in Illinois, at mile 74 near Steel City. A federal truck parking survey counted 34 spaces for big rigs here. OpenStreetMap lists restrooms and drinking water. The next stop north is Post Oak Rest Area, about 40 miles on. The nearest large city is Evansville, IN, 75 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-57 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 74 |
| Location | Steel City, Franklin County, Illinois Directions (38.0310, -88.9241) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water |
| Truck parking | 34 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Operator | Illinois Department of Transportation |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); OpenStreetMap volunteers for the facilities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-57
Heading northbound
Post Oak Rest Area
about 40 miles · Rest area near Selmaville
Heading southbound
WS I-57 South Marion Rest Area
about 31 miles · Rest area near Marion
How long can you stay?
Stays here are capped at 3 hours under Illinois rules.
Legal source: 92 Ill. Adm. Code 533.20. All Illinois rest area rules
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- I-64 Rest Area near Wayne City Rest area
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rend Lake Rest Area?
On I-57 northbound at mile 74 near Steel City in Franklin County, Illinois. Tap Directions to route there.
Which direction does Rend Lake Rest Area serve?
Northbound traffic on I-57.
Does Rend Lake Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Rend Lake Rest Area?
Northbound: Post Oak Rest Area, about 40 miles. Southbound: WS I-57 South Marion Rest Area, about 31 miles.
Can you sleep at Rend Lake Rest Area?
Stays here are capped at 3 hours under Illinois rules.
Is there truck parking at Rend Lake Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 34 spaces for trucks.
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