Krisdala Baka Rest Area Westbound – I-74
Looking for a break on I-74 westbound near Alpha, Illinois? Krisdala Baka Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 15 spaces.
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, Picnic tables, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Krisdala Baka Rest Area serves westbound traffic on Interstate 74 near Alpha, Illinois. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Confirm the current situation with the Illinois Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the westbound side of I-74 near Alpha. It is listed near mile marker 30.
The eastbound lanes have their own facility, Krisdala Baka Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 15 truck parking spaces.
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Vending machines
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
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: 41.214303, -90.331325. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-74 Westbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the westbound facility on Interstate 74 near Alpha. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 15 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.
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.