Latest I-80 Road News
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen, where possible, for the Labor Day weekend to minimize travel disruption.
Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3:00 p.m. Friday, September 4, to 11:59 p.m. Monday, September 7.
The following I-80 lane closures will remain in place during the holiday weekend. The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through...
I-80 Road Trips
The Ultimate I-80 Road Trip: A Journey Through America’s Heartland
Key Takeaways
I-80 is a ~2,900-mile east-west interstate from San Francisco, CA, to Teaneck, NJ, built over 30 years starting in 1956 and following the...
Best Stops for Food and Fuel on I-80’s Loneliest Sections: Nevada,...
I-80 slices through some of America's most desolate landscapes, where vast deserts, salt flats, and high plains test drivers' endurance. In Nevada, Utah, and...
Overnight Parking at I-80 Rest Areas: State-by-State Rules Guide
Key Takeaways
Rest areas along I-80 provide safety, convenience, amenities, and cost savings for overnight stops, but face issues like noise, security risks, overcrowding, and...
I-80 Attractions
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium – Omaha, NE
Key Takeaways
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium features standout exhibits including the world's largest indoor desert (Desert Dome), one of the world's largest indoor...
I-80 Campgrounds
Glendale Valley Campground – Fallentimber, Pennsylvania
Wow, Glendale Valley Campground is so quiet, peaceful, and relaxing. They have tons of amenities, events, and things to do nearby. Some of the...
I-80 City Guides
Des Moines, Iowa
As a first-time visitor to Des Moines, you're about to experience a city that perfectly blends historic charm with modern vibrancy. Located in the heartland of America, Des Moines is a city that offers much more than what meets the eye.
I-80 Gourmet
Callahan’s Restaurant – Elkhart, IN
While passing through Elkhart on I-80, we decided to stop to grab some lunch. We found this place called Callahan's Restaurant that looked to...
I-80 Outlet Malls
Vacaville Premium Outlets – Vacaville, CA
Located right off I-80, the Vacaville Premium Outlets serve as a premier shopping destination for those traveling between the San Francisco Bay Area and...
I-80 Overnight Stops
Great Overnight Stop: Lexington, NE (I-80, Exit 237)
Traveling between New York and San Francisco? Looking for a halfway point? Lexington, Nebraska makes a great overnight stop!
