Homestead Rest Area Northbound – I-55
Looking for a break on I-55 northbound near Hamel, Illinois? Homestead Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 40 spaces. The next northbound stop is Coalfield Rest Area – Northbound, 37 mi ahead by the mile markers.
Next rest stop on I-55 Northbound
Coalfield Rest Area – Northbound37 mi ahead by the mile markers · Illinois · Mile marker 64Previous northbound stop: Bloomsdale Rest Area – Northbound · about 61 mi back (straight line)
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): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Homestead Rest Area serves northbound traffic on Interstate 55 near Hamel, Illinois. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Illinois Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the northbound side of I-55 near Hamel. It is listed near mile marker 27.
Heading the other way? Use Homestead Rest Area – Southbound (southbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
Further along I-55, Coalfield Rest Area – Northbound follows after roughly 37 miles.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 40 truck parking spaces.
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
- Playground
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. 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?
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: 38.865043, -89.853437. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-55 Northbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 55 near Hamel. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 40 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?
Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Is this rest area open 24 hours?
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?
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?
Coalfield Rest Area – Northbound, about 37 miles further along I-55 by the official mile markers.