Seminole County Rest Area Eastbound – I-4

I-4 eastbound travelers near Longwood in Seminole County, Florida, can pull in at Seminole County Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 17 spaces.

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Next rest stop on I-4 Eastbound

⚠ Long stretch ahead. We have no eastbound rest stop on I-4 listed within the next 100 miles or so. Plan a break here, or check the highway signs for service areas ahead.

Previous eastbound stop: Polk County Rest Area – Eastbound · 50 mi back by the mile markers

Location map

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

Open directions

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking17Reported 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

Seminole County Rest Area is a stop for eastbound travelers on I-4 near Longwood in Florida. Closures are announced by the Florida Department of Transportation and on 511, worth a look before a long drive.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the eastbound side of I-4 near Longwood in Seminole County. The recorded position is around mile marker 96. Driving eastbound, the rest area comes after exit 94 and before exit 98. You do not take an exit to get there: the rest area has its own ramp, signed "Rest Area" in advance.

The westbound lanes have their own facility, Seminole County Rest Area – Westbound; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 17 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Pet area
  • Vending machines
  • Public phone

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces.

Opening hours

Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (Florida DOT).

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. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: Fla. Admin. Code 14-28.002 (checked November 2026).

Coordinates

28.725500, -81.374000

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-4 is this rest area on?

It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 4 near Longwood. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.

Are there restrooms?

Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing.

Can I stop here at night?

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

Is there a pet area?

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