Limestone Rest Area Northbound – I-55
I-55 northbound travelers near Rugby, Illinois, can pull in at Limestone Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 36 spaces.
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
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
Limestone Rest Area is a stop for northbound travelers on I-55 near Rugby in Illinois. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Illinois Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
This is the northbound facility on I-55, near Rugby. It is listed near mile marker 194.
Do not confuse it with the separate southbound facility, Limestone Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 36 truck parking spaces.
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Vending machines
- Playground
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Time limits and overnight parking
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: 40.824290, -88.689058. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-55 is this rest area on?
It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 55 near Rugby. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 36 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.