Easy on and off the highway. Clean and modern with a nice picnic area.this is one of our go-to…read morestops on I55.

As an employee of the rest area I know we work hard and aim high at making this place a clean and…read moresafe environment as well as accommodating your traveling needs with snack and drink machines. Please keep in mind that we aren't scheduled to work through the overnight hours so if anyone messes up the bathrooms or litters we are quick to clean it up as soon as we get to work. I love my job and hope everyone continues to stop in while traveling through.

It's the worst rest area I've ever visited and I've been to dozens and dozens and dozens of rest…read moreareas. I have stopped here multiple times just because my kids need to potty. There is a sign in the men's rest room that literally tells people not to wash their feet or wash dishes in the sink. Oh yeah, the sign says don't shave, either. (See pic.) Just weird. And that sign has been up 2-3 years. If you need signs like that, then you probably also need 24/7 security. There is a water fountain at the rest area but it is IN THE REST ROOM RIGHT BESIDE THAT SIGN. If you can, drive to a different rest stop.

This is a passable place to use the restroom on your route to your destination. There are plenty of…read morepicnic tables for you to use and plenty of green areas for the dogs to relieve themselves for a potty break. There is also a vending machine area where you can buy snacks and drinks!

One of the nicer rest areas that has age on it, but incredibly well maintained…read more The grounds are beautiful with lots of shelters. The restrooms spic and span. I saw staff on duty working. Vending is indoors. Don't miss this gem.

Heading eastbound on I-70 outside Saint Louis, the sign warned that this was the last rest area for…read more130 miles. That's a big gap but it's Illinois and they're spending their money on all sorts of stuff these days. That said, this was a really nice rest area with plenty of parking and some green space. I was able to sit and relax and unwind before starting the rest of my drive. There are vending machines and restrooms and no signs limiting how long you can stay. [Review 1276 of 2024 - 204 in Illinois - 22299 overall]

The second of two rest stops that we stopped on I-55, going from Chicagoland to Edwardsville,…read moreHomestead Rest Area consists of separate parking for trucks and cars. It has a large indoor building with clean bathrooms, and vending machines with coffee and snacks. There is a large grass field with playground for kids and a potty area for pets.

The visitor center here in Illinois Did not disappoint. We had a great stop in to use the restroom…read moreand was greeted kindly by John who was working the visitor center. He directed us the restroom and also let us know about anniversary or route 66. It will be a celebration of 100 years and state by state city by city will celebrations. He gave us pamphlets, brochures and spent time telling us all the history of route 66. Go online for information on what is ahead.

The I-70 Silver Lake Rest Area earns a solid 4-star rating for being clean, safe, and…read morereliable--exactly what you want on a long drive. The restrooms are consistently well-maintained, the area is well-lit at night, and there's plenty of space for both cars and trucks. It's a comfortable place to stretch, walk around, and reset before getting back on the road. While it doesn't offer full food options or the amenities of a larger service plaza, it delivers where it counts and stands out as an above-average highway rest stop.

An easy on and off rest area for both cars and trucks. I've passed it before, but I believe it's my…read morefirst time. The landscaping was a bit rough, but no trash. The building is nearby for convenience and offers vending. The men's room was clean, but dated. There were proper supplies. I would recommend. 3.5 seems fitting, but rounding down.

Quite a few picnic pavilions (9) at this rest area, lots of trees for a pleasant stop…read more The roadways and parking lots are showing some age, but if you just want a nice place to take a break from the road, stop here!!

One of St. Louis' hidden gems. I say "hidden" because not many people are aware about this…read moreimportant part of St. Louis history, and the location. There are no roads nearby (just a bike trail) and there's no signs on the main roads that lead to it. Plus, it's literally by the Mississippi River. I say "gem" because, well, I can't think of any other word. But it's always fun to explore areas where a whole lot of people aren't aware of. For those that don't know, the Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing and Rest Area/Visitor's Center is located off of the Riverfront Trail. It's seemingly out in the middle of nowhere. You're very much surrounded by a levee wall with graffiti and then the river. You can access the Visitors Center as long as you're on the trail, and the closest road is 0.2 miles north of it (East Prairie Avenue). You have to drive through the industrial part of the city to get there, and there is a small parking lot. Another big thing to keep in mind is, access is limited throughout various parts of the year. From November to March, the Visitor's Center is not open. And during April to October, it is only open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. I wish it was five days a week, but then they have to pay those people. Lastly, it is open mostly during daylight hours (don't know exactly when...). If you are lucky to check it out during open hours, by all means do it! There is always an attendant on duty, and you can go inside and sometimes they will sell snacks and cold drinks for trail riders. Public restrooms are available, though they are Johnny toilets. I wouldn't go as far as calling it a museum, but there is lots of historical information on the walls inside, as well as two historical markers. The back deck is a great view of the Mississippi River, though there is not very much to see on the other side. One last thing: every year, there is a gathering at the Freedom Crossing, which is the Mary Meachum Celebration. Usually, it happens once a year in May. They have historical re-enactments and food/crafts/games. I still have yet to check it out!

The Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing and Rest Area is located along the Mississippi River a few miles…read morenorth of Downtown St. Louis on the Riverfront Trail. You can get there by car, but for me, it's more fun to go by bike on the trail. This landmark is a work in progress and consists of murals painted on the levee wall, historic markers, informative signs, and a building which is sporadically open (usually on nice summer weekend days). The building is used for special events, displays and as a rest stop for trail users. A nice deck also overlooks the river on the back side. The area is also used annually for the Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing Celebration which consists of a historic reenactment, storytelling, music and dance. The real reason to come here though, is to learn a bit about our ugly past. I've become fascinated with the story as I've tried to learn more about what happened, and I'll try to give a brief summary of what I've learned from my visits and read on the internet: This site recognizes the first documented Underground Railroad event in Missouri. In 1855 a group of slaves escaped and tried to cross the river from Missouri into Illinois for freedom. Mary Meachum, who was already a free Africa American woman, assisted and accompanied them in their attempt to escape. Mary was the wife of John Berry Meachum who had bought his own freedom, founded the first free black church in St. Louis, and bought other African Americans out of slavery while teaching them how to read and write. When he died, Mary carried on the movement. She was helping a woman named Ester, her two small children and at least two other people to cross into freedom at this very location. Unfortunately, a police officer was waiting on the Illinois side for them and Mary Meachum was arrested and thrown in jail. Ester was "owned" by Henry Shaw who was a very prominent St. Louisan and best known for founding the Missouri Botanical Garden and being a generous philanthropist. Since Shaw was such a well known business man, the local newspapers covered the story in detail and documented what would have otherwise been a forgotten historic event. Ester was returned to Shaw who in turn sold her to a plantation in Mississippi for $350 minus a $161.62 reward to the bounty hunter. Her children were not sold and probably remained behind. While the newspapers documented the story well, I'm still curious to know what happened to Mary Meachum and Ester and her two children.

Pit stop on the road of a very long drive…read more I'm always certain and this Loves confirmed clean, well supplied store. The women's bathroom has plenty of stalls and clean floors & sink area. This location even has a dog park. Station clerk was friendly too.

20 minutes of nothing from the east and another hour of nothing heading west. Jacksonville,…read moreIllinois is one of the more boring stretches of I-72 so I stopped here for a quick break as there isn't a rest area until well beyond Hannibal. This is a rather standard Love's and it was good to find a clean restroom. In the convenience store, snacks and drinks aplenty and the roller grills were decently stocked with hotdogs and other tubular shaped snack meats. The station is close to the Interstate exit but there will be a couple of turns. Nothing that even the largest tractor-trailer can't handle. There is NO shade in their parking lot. [Review 19708 overall - 158 in Illinois - 680 of 2023.]

If I could have left negative stars I would have.!!!!!!…read moreHISTORIC RED ROOSTER does not honor reservations made thru airbnb. Further when asked about it, they were not honest about making a change to the reservation after airbnb confirmed that the change was made by Kenda, the superhost. I called to discuss this with Kendra as airbnb directed me to stating she could possibly fix it, and Kendra advised me that she could do nothing since it was booked thru airbnb. we know this not to be true because she changed the reservation when it was submitted to her by her by airbnb. also to clarify, when I called with my out of state number, she didnt answer the phone however when my husband called back with his local number she picked up on the first ring. sadly disappointed that our family vacation was derailed by this place. Also, very disappointed that my sister in law left a unsatisfied review given the issues, and Kendra responded by posting my booking information and my phone number as rebuttal to the review. If this is how they treat potential customers when they make a mistake, I can never recommend them for any services. BUYER BEWARE!

Going to be visiting for our 6th time this weekend. We have been coming back at least once per…read moreyear. Such a cool place and the host, Kendra, is very thoughtful and accommodating every time we book.

Fun place. Bought multiple items here. The service was great. The staff was amazing. I liked the…read morecandy store. Would definitely come again.

Great little rest stop. McDonald's is attached as well as subway…read more The station also has tons of food from fruit, sandwiches, chips and much more. The place is always clean, staff is incredibly friendly and the restrooms are very clean. I like that they have a rating button outside of restrooms.