Sumter County Rest Area Northbound – I-75

I-75 northbound travelers near Ridge Manor Est in Sumter County, Florida, can pull in at Sumter County Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 43 spaces. The next northbound stop is Alachua County Rest Area (I-75 northbound), about 76 miles further along I-75.

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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.

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Previous and next stop (Northbound)

Previous: Pasco County Rest Area ≈ 29 mi along I-75Next: Alachua County Rest Area (I-75 northbound) ≈ 76 mi along I-75

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-75.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking43Reported 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✓ Picnic tables✓ Vending machines✓ Public phone

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Sumter County Rest Area is a stop for northbound travelers on I-75 near Ridge Manor Est in Florida. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Confirm the current situation with the Florida Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the northbound lanes of I-75, near Ridge Manor Est in Sumter County. The recorded position is around mile marker 307.

If you would rather drive on, Alachua County Rest Area (I-75 northbound) is the next listed stop, around 76 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 43 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Listed amenities include:

  • Restrooms
  • Picnic tables
  • Vending machines
  • Public phone

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

Opening hours

Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.

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).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 28.584800, -82.212800. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-75 is this rest area on?

It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 75 near Ridge Manor Est.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 43 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.

Can I stop here at night?

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?

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?

Alachua County Rest Area (I-75 northbound), about 76 miles further along I-75 by the official mile markers.