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St. Clair County Rest Area
St. Clair County Rest Area is a rest area on I-59 southbound in Alabama, at mile 167.8 near Steele. It has 19 truck parking spaces, according to the FHWA truck parking survey. Mapped amenities include restrooms, accessible restrooms, drinking water and picnic tables. After this, southbound drivers reach Tuscaloosa County Rest Area about 83 miles later. Birmingham, AL is the closest big city, about 39 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-59 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 167.8 |
| Location | Steele, St. Clair County, Alabama Directions (33.8753, -86.2675) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Accessible restrooms, Drinking water, Picnic tables |
| Truck parking | 19 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Operator | Alabama Department of Transportation |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-59
Heading southbound
Tuscaloosa County Rest Area
about 83 miles · Rest area near Cottondale
Heading northbound
No further northbound stop in our list on I-59.
Can you sleep here?
How long you may stay is up to the signs here, since we found no Alabama rule.
More rest stops
All rest stops on I-59 in Alabama · I-59 in all states · Rest areas in Alabama · Rest stop finder
Frequently asked questions
Where is St. Clair County Rest Area?
On I-59 southbound at mile 167.8 near Steele in St. Clair County, Alabama. Exact coordinates and a route link are in the details table.
Which direction does St. Clair County Rest Area serve?
Southbound traffic on I-59.
Does St. Clair County Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here, including accessible ones.
How far is the next rest stop after St. Clair County Rest Area?
Southbound: Tuscaloosa County Rest Area, about 83 miles.
Can you sleep at St. Clair County Rest Area?
How long you may stay is up to the signs here, since we found no Alabama rule.
Is there truck parking at St. Clair County Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 19 spaces for trucks.
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