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Medina County Rest Area
Medina County Rest Area is a rest area on I-35 northbound in Texas, at mile 129 near Natalia. A federal truck parking survey counted 12 spaces for big rigs here. OpenStreetMap lists restrooms, accessible restrooms, drinking water and picnic tables. After this, northbound drivers reach Bell County Rest Area about 152 miles later. San Antonio, TX is the closest big city, about 25 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-35 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 129 |
| Location | Natalia, Medina County, Texas Directions (29.1973, -98.8261) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Accessible restrooms, Drinking water, Picnic tables |
| Truck parking | 12 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Hours | Open 24/7 (OpenStreetMap) |
| Operator | Texas Department of Transportation |
| Website | dot.state.tx.us |
Sources: the federal Jason's Law truck parking survey (2019); OpenStreetMap volunteers for the facilities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-35
Heading northbound
Bell County Rest Area
about 152 miles · Rest area near Salado
Food and fuel: Belle Plaine Service Area, about 644 mi
Heading southbound
La Salle County Rest Area
about 76 miles · Rest area near Cotulla
Other side of the highway: Medina County Rest Area (Southbound).
Sleeping in your car here
Overnight stays are fine in Texas as long as you leave within 24 hours.
Based on Tex. Transp. Code § 545.411. Texas overview
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Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Medina County Rest Area?
On I-35 northbound at mile 129 near Natalia in Medina County, Texas. The Directions link opens the spot in Google Maps.
Which direction does Medina County Rest Area serve?
Northbound traffic on I-35. Traffic the other way uses Medina County Rest Area.
Does Medina County Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here, including accessible ones. The site is listed as open 24/7.
How far is the next rest stop after Medina County Rest Area?
Northbound: Bell County Rest Area, about 152 miles. Southbound: La Salle County Rest Area, about 76 miles.
Can you sleep at Medina County Rest Area?
Overnight stays are fine in Texas as long as you leave within 24 hours.
Is there truck parking at Medina County Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 12 spaces for trucks.
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