Wood County Rest Area Southbound – I-75

Looking for a break on I-75 southbound near Portage in Wood County, Ohio? Wood County Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 30 spaces. The next southbound stop is Hancock County Rest Area, about 26 miles further along I-75.

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Current operating status not verified — Location data comes from an inventory record. Confirm with the responsible transportation agency before travel.

Location map

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

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Southbound)

Next: Hancock County Rest Area ≈ 26 mi along I-75

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-75.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking30Reported 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✓ Family restroom✓ Accessible facilities✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables✓ Vending machines

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground, Visitor information.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

The Wood County Rest Area serves southbound traffic on Interstate 75 near Portage, Ohio. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Ohio Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-75, near Portage in Wood County. The recorded position is around mile marker 179.

Do not confuse it with the separate northbound facility, Wood County Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.

The next southbound stop is Hancock County Rest Area, about 26 miles further along I-75.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 30 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Family restroom
  • Accessible facilities
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Vending machines

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. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: Ohio Adm. Code 5501:2-4-01 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 41.335656, -83.627217. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-75 Southbound?

Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the southbound facility on Interstate 75 near Portage. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 30 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Are there restrooms and drinking water?

Yes, both 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.

What is the next stop on I-75?

Hancock County Rest Area, about 26 miles further along I-75 by the official mile markers.