Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound
I-57 Southbound · Exit 220 (1.9 mi) · near Pesotum, Illinois
Amenities
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic area
- Truck parking
Not recorded: Accessible restrooms · Vending machines · Pet area · Playground · EV charging · Wi-Fi · Dump station · Visitor information · Scenic view
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Traveling northbound? Illini Prairie Rest Area - Northbound is on the other side of I-57.
All rest areas on I-57 →About Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound
Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound is a rest area on I-57 southbound in Illinois, about 1.9 miles from Exit 220, near Pesotum. It has drinking water, picnic tables and restrooms, plus truck parking. The next rest area southbound is Green Creek Rest Area - Southbound, about 52 miles ahead.
It serves southbound traffic only – if you're heading the other way, use Illini Prairie Rest Area - Northbound on the opposite side of I-57.
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 Tuscola, approx. 9.7 miles away.
Parking Rules
Unknown – check posted signs. We haven't verified Illinois's overnight rule yet.
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Is Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound open 24 hours?
Yes, Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound 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 Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound have truck parking?
Yes, Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound has designated truck parking. Lots can fill up in the evening.
What is the next rest area after Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound on I-57 southbound?
The next stop southbound is Green Creek Rest Area - Southbound, about 52 miles ahead near Exit 163. The previous one is Main Line Station Rest Area - Southbound (45 miles back).
Where is Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound located?
Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound is on I-57 southbound near Exit 220, close to Pesotum, Illinois. GPS coordinates: 39.93137, -88.30423.
Is there a Illini Prairie Rest Area - Northbound?
Yes – drivers heading northbound use Illini Prairie Rest Area - Northbound on the other side of I-57. Rest areas on divided highways serve one direction, so check the direction before you navigate.