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Salt Kettle Rest Area
Salt Kettle Rest Area is a rest area on I-74 westbound in Illinois, at mile 208 near Bucktown. It has 20 truck parking spaces, according to the FHWA truck parking survey. Mapped amenities include restrooms, drinking water and picnic tables. After this, westbound drivers reach Farm Land Rest Area 52 miles later. The nearest large city is Indianapolis, IN, 88 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-74 · Westbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 208 |
| Location | Bucktown, Vermilion County, Illinois Directions (40.1302, -87.7451) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water, Picnic tables |
| Truck parking | 20 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Hours | Open 24/7 (OpenStreetMap) |
| Operator | Illinois Department of Transportation |
Sources: the federal Jason's Law truck parking survey (2019); OpenStreetMap for amenities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-74
Heading westbound
Farm Land Rest Area
52 miles · Rest area near Farmer City
Heading eastbound
Spring Creek Welcome Center
about 15 miles · Welcome center in Indiana
How long can you stay?
The time limit at Illinois rest areas is 3 hours.
More rest stops
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Salt Kettle Rest Area?
On I-74 westbound at mile 208 near Bucktown in Vermilion County, Illinois. The Directions link opens the spot in Google Maps.
Which direction does Salt Kettle Rest Area serve?
Westbound traffic on I-74.
Does Salt Kettle 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 Salt Kettle Rest Area?
Westbound: Farm Land Rest Area, 52 miles. Eastbound: Spring Creek Welcome Center, about 15 miles.
Can you sleep at Salt Kettle Rest Area?
The time limit at Illinois rest areas is 3 hours.
Is there truck parking at Salt Kettle Rest Area?
20 truck spaces, per FHWA data.
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