Sumter County Rest Area Southbound – I-75

Looking for a break on I-75 southbound near Croom in Sumter County, Florida? Sumter County Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 33 spaces. The next southbound stop is Pasco County Rest Area – Southbound, 29 mi ahead by the mile markers.

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Next rest stop on I-75 Southbound

Pasco County Rest Area – Southbound29 mi ahead by the mile markers · Florida · Mile marker 278

Previous southbound stop: Marion County Rest Area – Southbound · 39 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 parking33Reported 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 Sumter County Rest Area serves southbound traffic on Interstate 75 near Croom, Florida. Closures are announced by the Florida Department of Transportation and on 511, worth a look before a long drive.

Location and driving direction

This is the southbound facility on I-75, near Croom in Sumter County. The recorded position is around mile marker 307. Driving southbound, the rest area comes after exit 309 and before exit 301. You do not take an exit to get there: the rest area has its own ramp, signed "Rest Area" in advance.

Heading the other way? Use Sumter County Rest Area – Northbound (northbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

The next southbound stop is Pasco County Rest Area – Southbound, about 29 miles further along I-75.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 33 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Listed amenities include:

  • 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).

Time limits and overnight parking

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 at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: Fla. Admin. Code 14-28.002 (checked November 2026).

Coordinates

28.587100, -82.211000

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-75 Southbound?

Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the southbound facility on Interstate 75 near Croom. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.

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-75?

Pasco County Rest Area – Southbound, about 29 miles further along I-75 by the official mile markers.