Portage County Rest Area Westbound – I-76

On I-76 westbound near Diamond in Portage County, Ohio, Portage County Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 10 spaces.

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Next rest stop on I-76 Westbound

We have no westbound rest stop on I-76 listed within the next 75 miles. Check the highway signs for service areas ahead.

Previous westbound stop: Ohio Turnpike Mahoning Valley Service Plaza – Westbound · about 30 mi back (straight line)

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking10Reported spaces

Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Drinking water✓ Vending machines

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Picnic tables, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Drivers heading west on I-76 near Diamond, Ohio, can take a break at the Portage County Rest Area. Before you count on this stop, a quick check of 511 or the Ohio Department of Transportation shows any closure.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the westbound lanes of I-76, near Diamond in Portage County. Once you pass exit 48 westbound, start looking for it; if you reach exit 43, you have passed it. You do not take an exit to get there: the rest area has its own ramp, signed "Rest Area" in advance.

Heading the other way? Use Portage County Rest Area – Eastbound (eastbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 10 truck parking spaces.

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water
  • Vending machines

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. 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. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: Ohio Adm. Code 5501:2-4-01 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 41.105775, -81.113317. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-76 Westbound?

Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the westbound facility on Interstate 76 near Diamond. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

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.

Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?

Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

How long can I park here?

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.