Santa Rosa County Rest Area Eastbound – I-10
Looking for a break on I-10 eastbound near East Milton in Santa Rosa County, Florida? Santa Rosa County Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 74 spaces. The next eastbound stop is Okaloosa County Rest Area, about 27 miles further along I-10.
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, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Santa Rosa County Rest Area serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 10 near East Milton, Florida. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Check the Florida Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the eastbound side of I-10 near East Milton in Santa Rosa County. The recorded position is around mile marker 31.
Do not confuse it with the separate westbound facility, Santa Rosa County Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.
The next eastbound stop is Okaloosa County Rest Area, about 27 miles further along I-10.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 74 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Visitor information
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
How long can you stay?
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. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: Fla. Admin. Code 14-28.002 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 30.610223, -86.977888. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-10 Eastbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the eastbound facility on Interstate 10 near East Milton. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 74 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
How long can I park here?
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. Posted signs on site apply.
Where is the next rest stop?
Okaloosa County Rest Area, about 27 miles further along I-10 by the official mile markers.