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Wood I75 Rest Area
Wood I75 Rest Area is a rest area on I-75 southbound in Ohio, at mile 179 near Portage. It has 30 truck parking spaces, according to the FHWA truck parking survey. OpenStreetMap lists restrooms. The next stop south is Hancock I75 Rest Area, 26 miles on. Toledo, OH is the closest big city, about 23 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-75 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 179 |
| Location | Portage, Wood County, Ohio Directions (41.3357, -83.6272) |
| Amenities | Restrooms |
| Truck parking | 30 spaces (FHWA survey) |
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
Hancock I75 Rest Area
26 miles · Rest area near Findlay
Heading northbound
Wood I75 Rest Area
about < 1 miles · Rest area near Portage
Other side of the highway: Wood I75 Rest Area (Northbound).
Can you sleep here?
Ohio leaves the time limit to each site's signs, as far as we can tell. Setting up a tent is not allowed.
Based on OAC 5501:2-4-01. Ohio overview
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Blue Heron Service Area Service plazaRestroomsTruck parking
- Ohio Turnpike Plaza near Swanton Service plaza50 truck spaces
- Ohio Turnpike Plaza near Swanton Service plaza50 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Wood I75 Rest Area?
On I-75 southbound at mile 179 near Portage in Wood County, Ohio. Exact coordinates and a route link are in the details table.
Which direction does Wood I75 Rest Area serve?
Southbound traffic on I-75. Traffic the other way uses Wood I75 Rest Area.
Does Wood I75 Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Wood I75 Rest Area?
Southbound: Hancock I75 Rest Area, 26 miles. Northbound: Wood I75 Rest Area, about < 1 miles.
Can you sleep at Wood I75 Rest Area?
Ohio leaves the time limit to each site's signs, as far as we can tell. Setting up a tent is not allowed.
Is there truck parking at Wood I75 Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 30 spaces for trucks.
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