Lorain County Rest Area Westbound – SR-2
Looking for a break on SR-2 westbound near Vermilion in Lorain County, Ohio? Lorain County Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 26 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
Facilities have not been individually confirmed in the available structured record.
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Restrooms, Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Lorain County Rest Area serves westbound traffic on State Route 2 near Vermilion, Ohio. 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 westbound lanes of SR-2, near Vermilion in Lorain County.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 26 truck parking spaces.
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Time limits and overnight parking
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: 41.403958, -82.336044. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on SR-2 Westbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the westbound facility on State Route 2 near Vermilion.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 26 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
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.