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Bell County Rest Area
Bell County Rest Area sits on I-35 near Salado in Bell County (mile 281), northbound. It has 28 truck parking spaces, according to the FHWA truck parking survey. On record: restrooms, drinking water and picnic tables. The next stop north is I-35 Rest Area at Mile 362, about 81 miles on. The nearest large city is Killeen, TX, 18 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-35 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 281 |
| Location | Salado, Bell County, Texas Directions (30.9029, -97.5589) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water, Picnic tables |
| Truck parking | 28 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Hours | Open 24/7 (OpenStreetMap) |
| Operator | Texas Department of Transportation |
| Website | dot.state.tx.us |
Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey); OpenStreetMap for amenities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-35
Heading northbound
I-35 Rest Area at Mile 362
about 81 miles · Rest area near Abbott
Food and fuel: Belle Plaine Service Area, about 492 mi
Heading southbound
Medina County Rest Area
152 miles · Rest area near Coal Mine
Other side of the highway: Bell County Rest Area (Southbound).
How long can you stay?
You may rest overnight at Texas rest areas (limit 24 hours).
Based on Tex. Transp. Code § 545.411. Rules and closures in Texas
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bell County Rest Area?
On I-35 northbound at mile 281 near Salado in Bell County, Texas. Coordinates are in the table above.
Which direction does Bell County Rest Area serve?
Northbound traffic on I-35. Traffic the other way uses Bell County Rest Area.
Does Bell County Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here. The site is listed as open 24/7.
How far is the next rest stop after Bell County Rest Area?
Northbound: I-35 Rest Area at Mile 362, about 81 miles. Southbound: Medina County Rest Area, 152 miles.
Can you sleep at Bell County Rest Area?
You may rest overnight at Texas rest areas (limit 24 hours).
Is there truck parking at Bell County Rest Area?
Yes, there are 28 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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