Marion County Rest Area Southbound – US-23
On US-23 southbound near Waldo in Marion County, Ohio, Marion County Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 10 spaces.
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Drivers heading south on US-23 near Waldo, Ohio, can take a break at the Marion County Rest Area. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Confirm the current situation with the Ohio Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the southbound lanes of US-23, near Waldo in Marion County.
Do not confuse it with the separate northbound facility, Marion County Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 10 truck parking spaces.
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
How long can you stay?
Ohio limits leaving a vehicle unattended at a rest area to 3 hours; camping is prohibited. Ohio Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: Ohio Adm. Code 5501:2-4-01 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 40.526964, -83.075739. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on US-23 Southbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the southbound facility on U.S. Route 23 near Waldo. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 10 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Can I stay overnight at this rest area?
Ohio limits leaving a vehicle unattended at a rest area to 3 hours; camping is prohibited. Ohio Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Posted signs on site apply.