Trail of Tears Rest Area Southbound – I-57
I-57 southbound travelers near Anna, Illinois, can pull in at Trail of Tears Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 20 spaces.
Next rest stop on I-57 Southbound
No further southbound rest stop on I-57 is listed in our directory yet.
Previous southbound stop: Rend Lake Rest Area – Southbound · 47 mi back by the mile markers
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, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Trail of Tears Rest Area is a stop for southbound travelers on I-57 near Anna in 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
This is the southbound facility on I-57, near Anna. It is listed near mile marker 32.
The northbound lanes have their own facility, Trail of Tears Rest Area – Northbound; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 20 truck parking spaces.
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. 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: 37.469390, -89.133200. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-57 is this rest area on?
It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 57 near Anna. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 20 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.
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.