Pinellas County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway) Northbound – I-275

I-275 northbound travelers near St. Petersburg in Pinellas County, Florida, can pull in at Pinellas County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway). Reported truck parking: 14 spaces.

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Next rest stop on I-275 Northbound

⚠ Long stretch ahead. We have no northbound rest stop on I-275 listed within the next 100 miles or so. Plan a break here, or check the highway signs for service areas ahead.

Previous northbound stop: Manatee County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway) – Northbound · 6 mi back by the mile markers

Location map

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

Open directions

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking14Reported 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✓ Pet area✓ Vending machines✓ Public phone

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Pinellas County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway) is a stop for northbound travelers on I-275 near St. Petersburg in Florida. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the Florida Department of Transportation.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the northbound side of I-275 near St. Petersburg in Pinellas County. The recorded position is around mile marker 13. Northbound, you reach it after exit 5; the next exit after the rest area is exit 16. You do not take an exit to get there: the rest area has its own ramp, signed "Rest Area" in advance.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 14 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Pet area
  • Vending machines
  • Public phone

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability.

Opening hours

Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (Florida DOT).

Parking rules

In Florida, parking at rest areas and welcome centers is limited to 3 hours, or up to 10 hours for commercial drivers subject to hours-of-service rules. Camping is prohibited. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: Fla. Admin. Code 14-28.002 (checked November 2026).

Coordinates

27.648700, -82.675700

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-275 is this rest area on?

It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 275 near St. Petersburg.

Are there restrooms?

Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing.

Is this rest area open 24 hours?

Yes, it is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by Florida DOT.

Is there a pet area?

A pet area is listed for this location. Keep pets leashed and follow posted rules.