Silver Lake Rest Area Eastbound – I-70
On I-70 eastbound near Highland, Illinois, Silver Lake Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 21 spaces. The next eastbound stop is National Trail Rest Area – Eastbound, about 59 mi ahead (straight line).
Next rest stop on I-70 Eastbound
National Trail Rest Area – Eastboundabout 59 mi ahead (straight line) · IllinoisPrevious eastbound stop: Wright City Rest Area – Eastbound · about 73 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
Drivers heading east on I-70 near Highland, Illinois, can take a break at the Silver Lake Rest Area. 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 eastbound facility on I-70, near Highland. The recorded position is around mile marker 27.
Do not confuse it with the separate westbound facility, Silver Lake Rest Area – Westbound, on the other side of the highway.
The next eastbound stop on I-70 is National Trail Rest Area – Eastbound, about 59 miles away in a straight line.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 21 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
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: 38.786062, -89.703556. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-70 Eastbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the eastbound facility on Interstate 70 near Highland. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 21 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.
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-70?
National Trail Rest Area – Eastbound, about 59 miles ahead in a straight line.