Homestead Rest Area - Northbound
I-55 Northbound · ≈ MM 28 · Exit 30 (1.6 mi) · near Hamel, Illinois
Amenities
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic area
- Playground
Not recorded: Accessible restrooms · Vending machines · Pet area · Truck parking · EV charging · Wi-Fi · Dump station · Visitor information · Scenic view
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Traveling southbound? Homestead Rest Area - Southbound is on the other side of I-55.
All rest areas on I-55 →About Homestead Rest Area - Northbound
Homestead Rest Area - Northbound is a rest area on I-55 northbound in Illinois, about 1.6 miles from Exit 30, at about mile 28, near Hamel. It has drinking water, picnic tables, a playground and restrooms. The next rest area northbound is Coalfield Rest Area, about 35 miles ahead.
It serves northbound traffic only – if you're heading the other way, use Homestead Rest Area - Southbound on the opposite side of I-55.
It's one of 64 rest areas and welcome centers in Illinois, 30 of which have truck parking. See all Illinois rest areas on the state page.
The nearest truck stop is Love's Travel Stop near Hamel, approx. 2.1 miles away.
Parking Rules
Unknown – check posted signs. We haven't verified Illinois's overnight rule yet.
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Is Homestead Rest Area - Northbound open 24 hours?
Yes, Homestead Rest Area - Northbound is open 24 hours, 7 days a week according to our data. If it's closed for maintenance, the closure is shown at the top of this page.
Does Homestead Rest Area - Northbound have truck parking?
Truck parking isn't recorded for Homestead Rest Area - Northbound. The nearest truck stop is Love's Travel Stop near Hamel (approx. 2.1 mi).
What is the next rest area after Homestead Rest Area - Northbound on I-55 northbound?
The next stop northbound is Coalfield Rest Area, about 35 miles ahead near Exit 63. The previous one is Bloomsdale Rest Area (Northbound) (62 miles back).
Where is Homestead Rest Area - Northbound located?
Homestead Rest Area - Northbound is on I-55 northbound at about mile 28 near Exit 30, close to Hamel, Illinois. GPS coordinates: 38.86487, -89.85391.
Is there a Homestead Rest Area - Southbound?
Yes – drivers heading southbound use Homestead Rest Area - Southbound on the other side of I-55. Rest areas on divided highways serve one direction, so check the direction before you navigate.