Marion County Rest Area Southbound – I-75

On I-75 southbound near Ocala in Marion County, Florida, Marion County Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 43 spaces. The next southbound stop is Hillsborough County Rest Area, about 108 miles further along I-75.

I-75FloridaSouthbound
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)

Previous: Alachua County Rest Area (I-75 southbound) ≈ 36 mi along I-75Next: Hillsborough County Rest Area ≈ 108 mi along I-75

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

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking43Reported 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✓ Vending machines

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Drivers heading south on I-75 near Ocala, Florida, can take a break at the Marion County Rest Area. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Check the Florida Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-75, near Ocala in Marion County. The recorded position is around mile marker 346.

The next southbound stop is Hillsborough County Rest Area, about 108 miles further along I-75.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 43 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Vending machines

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.

Opening hours

The rest area is listed as accessible 24 hours a day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.

How long can you stay?

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. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: Fla. Admin. Code 14-28.002 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 29.096000, -82.185100. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

Report an issue

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 Ocala.

Is truck parking available?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 43 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 stop here at night?

It is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap. Temporary closures can still happen, so check before travel.

Can I stay overnight at this rest area?

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. Posted signs on site apply.

What is the next stop on I-75?

Hillsborough County Rest Area, about 108 miles further along I-75 by the official mile markers.