Funks Grove Rest Area Southbound – I-55

Funks Grove Rest Area is a rest area on I-55 southbound near Mclean, Illinois. Reported truck parking: 20 spaces. The next southbound stop is Railsplitter Rest Area, about 45 miles further along I-55.

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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.

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Southbound)

Previous: Limestone Rest Area ≈ 45 mi along I-55Next: Railsplitter Rest Area ≈ 45 mi along I-55

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-55.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking20Reported 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✓ Drinking water✓ Vending machines✓ Playground

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Picnic tables, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

On Interstate 55 southbound near Mclean, the Funks Grove Rest Area gives travelers in Illinois a place to stop. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Confirm the current situation with the Illinois Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.

Location and driving direction

This is the southbound facility on I-55, near Mclean. It is listed near mile marker 149.

The northbound lanes have their own facility, Funks Grove Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.

The next southbound stop is Railsplitter Rest Area, about 45 miles further along I-55.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 20 truck parking spaces.

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water
  • Vending machines
  • Playground

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Parking rules

Illinois limits stays at rest areas to 3 hours for all vehicles; a shorter limit can be posted when a rest area is full. Tollway oases have their own rules. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: 92 Ill. Adm. Code 533.20 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 40.358783, -89.110171. 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-55 is this rest area on?

It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 55 near Mclean. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 20 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?

Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

How long can I park here?

Illinois limits stays at rest areas to 3 hours for all vehicles; a shorter limit can be posted when a rest area is full. Tollway oases have their own rules. Posted signs on site apply.

Where is the next rest stop?

Railsplitter Rest Area, about 45 miles further along I-55 by the official mile markers.