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GDOT Rest Area 5
GDOT Rest Area 5 sits on I-75 near Wagon Wheel in Cook County (mile 47), northbound. Truckers get 29 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. The next stop north is GDOT Rest Area 10, about 49 miles on. It is about 74 miles (straight line) from Tallahassee, FL.
| Highway | I-75 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 47 |
| Location | Wagon Wheel, Cook County, Georgia Directions (31.2435, -83.4654) |
| Amenities | Unknown so far; the map data lists no facilities here. |
| Truck parking | 29 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Hours | Mar 27-Aug 24 closed; Aug 25-Dec 31 open; Jan 01-Mar 26 open (OpenStreetMap) |
| Operator | Georgia Department of Transportation |
| Website | dot.ga.gov |
Sources: the federal Jason's Law truck parking survey (2019); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-75
Heading northbound
GDOT Rest Area 10
about 49 miles · Rest area near Ashburn
Heading southbound
Joseph O. Striska Official Florida Welcome Center
about 50 miles · Welcome center in Florida
How long can you stay?
Overnight stays are fine in Georgia. No camping.
Source: O.C.G.A. § 32-6-6. Georgia overview
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Frequently asked questions
Where is GDOT Rest Area 5?
On I-75 northbound at mile 47 near Wagon Wheel in Cook County, Georgia. Follow the highway signs; the Directions link helps if you come from a side road.
Which direction does GDOT Rest Area 5 serve?
Northbound traffic on I-75.
How far is the next rest stop after GDOT Rest Area 5?
Northbound: GDOT Rest Area 10, about 49 miles. Southbound: Joseph O. Striska Official Florida Welcome Center, about 50 miles.
Can you sleep at GDOT Rest Area 5?
Overnight stays are fine in Georgia. No camping.
Is there truck parking at GDOT Rest Area 5?
Yes, 29 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
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