Rest Stops NearbyI-77 rest stops in North Carolina
I-77 has 3 rest stops in North Carolina in our directory. The biggest gap, 57 miles, lies between Mecklenburg County Rest Area and Iredell County Rest Area NBL &SBL. Together they have 81 truck parking spaces.
Northbound: Mecklenburg County Rest Area to Surry County Rest Area,SBL
| Rest stop | Side | Mile | Near | Restrooms | Truck spaces | From previous |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mecklenburg County Rest Area | NB | 1 | Charlotte | – | 17 | – |
| Iredell County Rest Area NBL &SBL | NB | 58 | Statesville | – | 54 | 57 mi |
| Surry County Rest Area,SBL | SB | 105 | Mount Airy | – | 10 | 47 mi |
Mile = state mile marker where our sources give one. Distances use mile markers when both stops have one, otherwise the straight-line distance plus 15 % (marked ≈). "–" means we have no data.
Driving southbound
Going the other way, the first stop is Surry County Rest Area,SBL and the last is Mecklenburg County Rest Area. Stops marked NB in the table are on the other side of the road; use the ones marked SB or Both.
- Surry County Rest Area,SBL · mile 105
Can you sleep at rest stops in North Carolina?
No hour limit set · no camping
Tents and other structures are not allowed. The rule sets no hour limit.
Source: 19A NCAC 2E .0407, checked October 2026. Local signs may be stricter; this summary is not legal advice.
Official list: North Carolina rest areas (state DOT)
I-77 beyond North Carolina
Southbound, I-77 continues in South Carolina. Northbound, it continues in Virginia. All I-77 rest stops · All rest areas in North Carolina
Frequently asked questions
How many rest stops are on I-77 in North Carolina?
3 rest stops in our list: 2 reachable northbound and 1 southbound.
What is the longest stretch without a rest stop on I-77 in North Carolina?
About 57 miles, between Mecklenburg County Rest Area near Charlotte and Iredell County Rest Area NBL &SBL near Statesville.
Can you sleep at I-77 rest stops in North Carolina?
Tents and other structures are not allowed. The rule sets no hour limit. (19A NCAC 2E .0407)