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Indiana recently opened the newly constructed Clear Creek Welcome Center on eastbound Interstate 70 near the Indiana/Illinois state line.

Increased semi-truck parking is available at the new facility, with 128 total spaces, an increase of 78 spaces from the previous welcome center, according to INDOT. Through the department’s long-term rest area and welcome center improvement plan, it will add more than 1,200 truck parking spaces, nearly doubling capacity statewide.

“The new Clear Creek welcome center showcases Indiana’s deep roots in racing and provides a warm welcome for travelers entering the Crossroads of America,” said Gov. Mike Braun. “This state-of-the-art facility is a destination for fellow Hoosiers and visitors alike.”

The new welcome center replaces the previous facility built in 1992 and is inspired by Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the Indianapolis 500. Interactive exhibits feature a replica of the Borg-Warner Trophy, a scoring pylon, an actual IndyCar, and racing helmets.

Other amenities at the welcome center include an adult recreation area, children’s playground, walking path, and dog park.

“The goal of INDOT’s overall plan is to provide safe, informative locations for travelers to rest, relax, and recharge,” said INDOT Commissioner Lyndsay Quist. “In addition to Clear Creek, we’re looking forward to opening the Black River welcome center on I-64 in Posey County later this year.”

INDOT’s plan includes more than $600 million in improvements at 20 rest areas, welcome centers, and truck parking sites to be complete by the end of Fiscal Year 2034.