Columbia County Rest Area (I-75 northbound) – I-75
Columbia County Rest Area (I-75 northbound) is a rest area on I-75 northbound near Ellisville in Columbia County, Florida. Reported truck parking: 50 spaces. The next northbound stop is Georgia Visitor Information Center – Valdosta – Northbound, about 61 mi ahead (straight line).
Next rest stop on I-75 Northbound
Georgia Visitor Information Center – Valdosta – Northboundabout 61 mi ahead (straight line) · Georgia · Mile marker 3Previous northbound stop: Alachua County Rest Area (I-75 northbound) · 30 mi back by the mile markers
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
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Pet area, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground, Visitor information.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 75 northbound near Ellisville, the Columbia County Rest Area (I-75 northbound) gives travelers in Florida a place to stop. Its current operating status has not been verified. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Florida Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the northbound side of I-75 near Ellisville in Columbia County. The recorded position is around mile marker 413.
The southbound lanes have their own facility, Columbia County Rest Area (I-75 southbound); make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
The next northbound stop on I-75 is Georgia Visitor Information Center – Valdosta – Northbound in Georgia, about 61 miles away in a straight line.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 50 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Family restroom
- Picnic tables
- Vending machines
- Public phone
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
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. 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: 29.977500, -82.577000. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-75 is this rest area on?
It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 75 near Ellisville. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 50 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?
Georgia Visitor Information Center – Valdosta – Northbound, about 61 miles ahead in a straight line, in Georgia.