Alachua County Rest Area (I-75 southbound) – I-75

Alachua County Rest Area (I-75 southbound) is a rest area on I-75 southbound near Daysville in Alachua County, Florida. Reported truck parking: 13 spaces, plus 12 car spaces. The next southbound stop is Marion County Rest Area – Southbound, 36 mi ahead by the mile markers.

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

Next rest stop on I-75 Southbound

Marion County Rest Area – Southbound36 mi ahead by the mile markers · Florida · Mile marker 346

Previous southbound stop: Columbia County Rest Area (I-75 southbound) · 31 mi back by the mile markers

Location map

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

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Reported parking capacity

Car parking12Reported spaces
Truck parking13Reported 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✓ Picnic tables✓ Vending machines

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

On Interstate 75 southbound near Daysville, the Alachua County Rest Area (I-75 southbound) gives travelers in Florida a place to stop. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Check the Florida Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.

Location and driving direction

This is the southbound facility on I-75, near Daysville in Alachua County. The recorded position is around mile marker 382.

Do not confuse it with the separate northbound facility, Alachua County Rest Area (I-75 northbound), on the other side of the highway.

The next southbound stop is Marion County Rest Area – Southbound, about 36 miles further along I-75.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 12 automobile parking spaces and 13 truck parking spaces for this direction.

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Picnic tables
  • Vending machines

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.

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. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: Fla. Admin. Code 14-28.002 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 29.590300, -82.362700. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-75 is this rest area on?

It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 75 near Daysville. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 13 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.

How long can I park here?

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.

Where is the next rest stop?

Marion County Rest Area – Southbound, about 36 miles further along I-75 by the official mile markers.