Rest Stops NearbyRest areaI-75 · Southbound
GDOT Rest Area 6
GDOT Rest Area 6 is a rest area on I-75 southbound in Georgia, at mile 48 near Wagon Wheel. Truckers get 37 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. Mapped amenities include restrooms. After this, southbound drivers reach Joseph O. Striska Official Florida Welcome Center about 51 miles later. It is about 75 miles (straight line) from Tallahassee, FL.
| Highway | I-75 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 48 |
| Location | Wagon Wheel, Cook County, Georgia Directions (31.2612, -83.4712) |
| Amenities | Restrooms |
| Truck parking | 37 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: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-75
Heading southbound
Joseph O. Striska Official Florida Welcome Center
about 51 miles · Welcome center in Florida
Heading northbound
GDOT Rest Area 10
about 48 miles · Rest area near Ashburn
How long can you stay?
Overnight stays are fine in Georgia. Camping outside the vehicle is not allowed.
Based on O.C.G.A. § 32-6-6. Georgia overview
More rest stops
All rest stops on I-75 in Georgia · I-75 in all states · Rest areas in Georgia · Rest stop finder
Frequently asked questions
Where is GDOT Rest Area 6?
On I-75 southbound at mile 48 near Wagon Wheel in Cook County, Georgia. The Directions link opens the spot in Google Maps.
Which direction does GDOT Rest Area 6 serve?
Southbound traffic on I-75.
Does GDOT Rest Area 6 have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after GDOT Rest Area 6?
Southbound: Joseph O. Striska Official Florida Welcome Center, about 51 miles. Northbound: GDOT Rest Area 10, about 48 miles.
Can you sleep at GDOT Rest Area 6?
Overnight stays are fine in Georgia. Camping outside the vehicle is not allowed.
Is there truck parking at GDOT Rest Area 6?
Yes, 37 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
Reviews
No reviews yet. Vending machines, pet area, Wi-Fi: what did you find here?