Wayne County Rest Area Southbound – I-71
I-71 southbound travelers near Pleasant Home in Wayne County, Ohio, can pull in at Wayne County Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 26 spaces. The next southbound stop is Delaware County Rest Area, about 68 miles further along I-71.
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, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Wayne County Rest Area is a stop for southbound travelers on I-71 near Pleasant Home in Ohio. Its current operating status has not been verified. Check the Ohio Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-71, near Pleasant Home in Wayne County. It is listed near mile marker 196.
The northbound lanes have their own facility, Wayne County Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
Further along I-71, Delaware County Rest Area follows after roughly 68 miles.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 26 truck parking spaces.
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Parking rules
Ohio limits leaving a vehicle unattended at a rest area to 3 hours; camping is prohibited. Ohio Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: Ohio Adm. Code 5501:2-4-01 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 40.940161, -82.100589. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-71 is this rest area on?
It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 71 near Pleasant Home. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 26 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
How long can I park here?
Ohio limits leaving a vehicle unattended at a rest area to 3 hours; camping is prohibited. Ohio Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Posted signs on site apply.
Where is the next rest stop?
Delaware County Rest Area, about 68 miles further along I-71 by the official mile markers.