Coalfield Rest Area Southbound – I-55

I-55 southbound travelers near Waggoner, Illinois, can pull in at Coalfield Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 28 spaces. The next southbound stop is Homestead Rest Area, about 36 miles further along I-55.

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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: Railsplitter Rest Area ≈ 40 mi along I-55Next: Homestead Rest Area ≈ 36 mi along I-55

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-55.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking28Reported 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✓ Accessible facilities✓ Drinking water✓ Public phone✓ Playground

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Visitor information.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Coalfield Rest Area is a stop for southbound travelers on I-55 near Waggoner in Illinois. Its current operating status has not been verified. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Illinois Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.

Location and driving direction

This is the southbound facility on I-55, near Waggoner. The recorded position is around mile marker 64.

Do not confuse it with the separate northbound facility, Coalfield Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.

Further along I-55, Homestead Rest Area follows after roughly 36 miles.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 28 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible facilities
  • Drinking water
  • Public phone
  • Playground

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

Time limits and overnight parking

Illinois limits stays at rest areas to 3 hours for all vehicles; a shorter limit can be posted when a rest area is full. Tollway oases have their own rules. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: 92 Ill. Adm. Code 533.20 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 39.351846, -89.644360. 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-55 is this rest area on?

It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 55 near Waggoner. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 28 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Are there restrooms and drinking water?

Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

Can I stay overnight at this rest area?

Illinois limits stays at rest areas to 3 hours for all vehicles; a shorter limit can be posted when a rest area is full. Tollway oases have their own rules. Posted signs on site apply.

What is the next stop on I-55?

Homestead Rest Area, about 36 miles further along I-55 by the official mile markers.