Turtle Creek Welcome Center Southbound – I-39
I-39 southbound travelers in Illinois can pull in at Turtle Creek Welcome Center. The next southbound stop is Willow Creek Rest Area – Southbound, about 60 mi ahead (estimated).
Next rest stop on I-39 Southbound
⚠ Long stretch ahead. No other rest stop listed for about the next 60 miles southbound on I-39. Plan a break here if you need one.
Willow Creek Rest Area – Southboundabout 60 mi ahead (estimated) · Illinois · After exit 87Previous southbound stop: Janesville Rest Area (Rest Area 17) – Southbound · about 25 mi back (estimated)
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsFacilities and amenities
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this welcome center
Turtle Creek Welcome Center is a stop for southbound travelers on I-39 in Illinois. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the Illinois Department of Transportation.
Location and driving direction
The welcome center sits on the southbound side of I-39. You will find it at exit 1. Follow the "Welcome Center" signs as you approach.
The northbound lanes have their own facility, Beloit Rest Area – Northbound; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
Driving on, the next listed stop is Willow Creek Rest Area – Southbound, roughly 60 road miles ahead (estimated).
Parking and amenities
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
- Vending machines
- Playground
- Visitor information
Opening hours
Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (Illinois DOT).
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 welcome center take precedence. Source: 92 Ill. Adm. Code 533.20 (checked November 2026).
Coordinates
42.480317, -88.997624
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-39 is this welcome center on?
It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 39. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?
Yes, both are included in the amenities listing.
Can I stop here at night?
Yes, it is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by Illinois DOT.
What is the next stop on I-39?
Willow Creek Rest Area – Southbound, about 60 miles ahead by road (estimated).