Homestead Rest Area Southbound – I-55

Looking for a break on I-55 southbound near Hamel, Illinois? Homestead Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 48 spaces.

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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: Coalfield Rest Area ≈ 36 mi along I-55

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

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking48Reported 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✓ Picnic tables✓ Playground

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

The Homestead Rest Area serves southbound traffic on Interstate 55 near Hamel, Illinois. 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

The rest area sits on the southbound side of I-55 near Hamel. The recorded position is around mile marker 28.

Do not confuse it with the separate northbound facility, Homestead Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 48 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Playground

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.

Opening hours

The rest area is listed as accessible 24 hours a day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.

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. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: 92 Ill. Adm. Code 533.20 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 38.872408, -89.851223. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-55 Southbound?

Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the southbound facility on Interstate 55 near Hamel. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 48 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Are there restrooms and drinking water?

Yes, both 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.

Can I stay overnight at this rest area?

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.