Spoon River Rest Area Eastbound – I-74

I-74 eastbound travelers near Williamsfield, Illinois, can pull in at Spoon River Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 13 spaces, plus 22 car spaces. The next eastbound stop is Mackinaw Dells Rest Area, about 52 miles further along I-74.

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Current operating status not verified — Location data comes from an inventory record. Confirm with the responsible transportation agency before travel.

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Eastbound)

Previous: Krisdala Baka Rest Area ≈ 34 mi along I-74Next: Mackinaw Dells Rest Area ≈ 52 mi along I-74

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-74.

Reported parking capacity

Car parking22Reported spaces
Truck parking13Reported 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✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables✓ Vending machines✓ Playground

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Visitor information.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Spoon River Rest Area is a stop for eastbound travelers on I-74 near Williamsfield in Illinois. Its current operating status has not been verified. Confirm the current situation with the Illinois Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the eastbound lanes of I-74, near Williamsfield. It is listed near mile marker 62.

Heading the other way? Use Spoon River Rest Area (westbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

If you would rather drive on, Mackinaw Dells Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 52 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 22 automobile parking spaces and 13 truck parking spaces for this direction.

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Vending machines
  • Playground

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

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: 40.880167, -90.093003. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-74 is this rest area on?

It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 74 near Williamsfield. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.

Is truck parking available?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 13 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.

What is the next stop on I-74?

Mackinaw Dells Rest Area, about 52 miles further along I-74 by the official mile markers.