Manatee County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway) Northbound – I-275

Looking for a break on I-275 northbound near Terra Ceia in Manatee County, Florida? Manatee County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway) is along the way. Reported truck parking: 16 spaces. The next northbound stop is Pinellas County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway) – Northbound, 6 mi ahead by the mile markers.

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Next rest stop on I-275 Northbound

Pinellas County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway) – Northbound6 mi ahead by the mile markers · Florida · Mile marker 13

Location map

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

Open directions

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking16Reported 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✓ Pet area✓ Vending machines✓ Public phone

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

The Manatee County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway) serves northbound traffic on Interstate 275 near Terra Ceia, Florida. Before you count on this stop, a quick check of 511 or the Florida Department of Transportation shows any closure.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the northbound lanes of I-275, near Terra Ceia in Manatee County. It is listed near mile marker 7. Driving northbound, the rest area comes after exit 5 and before exit 16. You do not take an exit to get there: the rest area has its own ramp, signed "Rest Area" in advance.

The next northbound stop is Pinellas County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway) – Northbound, about 6 miles further along I-275.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 16 truck parking spaces.

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Pet area
  • Vending machines
  • Public phone

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability.

Opening hours

The rest area is listed as accessible 24 hours a day (Florida DOT).

Parking rules

In Florida, parking at rest areas and welcome centers is limited to 3 hours, or up to 10 hours for commercial drivers subject to hours-of-service rules. Camping is prohibited. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: Fla. Admin. Code 14-28.002 (checked November 2026).

Coordinates

27.584700, -82.614200

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-275 Northbound?

Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 275 near Terra Ceia.

Are there restrooms?

Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing.

Is this rest area open 24 hours?

Yes, it is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by Florida DOT.

Can I walk my dog here?

A pet area is listed for this location. Keep pets leashed and follow posted rules.

What is the next stop on I-275?

Pinellas County Rest Area (Sunshine Skyway) – Northbound, about 6 miles further along I-275 by the official mile markers.