Green Creek Rest Area Southbound – I-57

I-57 southbound travelers near Sigel, Illinois, can pull in at Green Creek Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 16 spaces. The next southbound stop is Post Oak Rest Area – Southbound, 51 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-57 Southbound

Post Oak Rest Area – Southbound51 mi ahead by the mile markers · Illinois · Mile marker 114

Previous southbound stop: Illini Prairie Rest Area – Southbound · 57 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

Truck parking16Reported 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

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Green Creek Rest Area is a stop for southbound travelers on I-57 near Sigel 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

You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-57, near Sigel. It is listed near mile marker 165.

The northbound lanes have their own facility, Green Creek Rest Area – Northbound; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.

The next southbound stop is Post Oak Rest Area – Southbound, about 51 miles further along I-57.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 16 truck parking spaces.

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Opening hours

Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.

Parking rules

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. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: 92 Ill. Adm. Code 533.20 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 39.199402, -88.501975. 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-57 is this rest area on?

It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 57 near Sigel. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.

Can trucks park here?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 16 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.

How long can I park here?

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.

Where is the next rest stop?

Post Oak Rest Area – Southbound, about 51 miles further along I-57 by the official mile markers.