Silver Lake Rest Area Westbound – I-70
Silver Lake Rest Area is a rest area on I-70 westbound near Highland, Illinois. Reported truck parking: 22 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, 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
On Interstate 70 westbound near Highland, the Silver Lake Rest Area gives travelers in Illinois a place to stop. 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 westbound lanes of I-70, near Highland.
Do not confuse it with the separate eastbound facility, Silver Lake Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 22 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
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.
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: 38.788169, -89.688784. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-70 is this rest area on?
It serves westbound traffic on Interstate 70 near Highland. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 22 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 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.