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Rocky Gap Safety Rest Area North
Rocky Gap Safety Rest Area North sits on I-77 near Rocky Gap in Bland County (mile 59), northbound. A federal truck parking survey counted 26 spaces for big rigs here. The next stop north is Morton Travel Plaza, about 23 miles on. It is about 89 miles (straight line) from Winston-Salem, NC.
| Highway | I-77 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 59 |
| Location | Rocky Gap, Bland County, Virginia Directions (37.1854, -81.1293) |
| Amenities | Nothing confirmed yet. |
| Truck parking | 26 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA truck parking survey (2019, published by U.S. DOT); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-77
Heading northbound
Morton Travel Plaza
about 23 miles · Service plaza in West Virginia
Heading southbound
Surry County Rest Area,SBL
about 58 miles · Rest area in North Carolina
Can you sleep here?
A nap is fine, a night is not: Virginia prohibits overnight parking at rest areas.
Rule: 24VAC30-51-30. Virginia overview
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- WV Tourist Information Center Welcome center7 truck spaces
- I-81 Rest Area near Rural Retreat Rest areaRestroomsDrinking waterPicnic tables
- Smyth Safety Rest Area South Rest area6 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rocky Gap Safety Rest Area North?
On I-77 northbound at mile 59 near Rocky Gap in Bland County, Virginia. Tap Directions to route there.
Which direction does Rocky Gap Safety Rest Area North serve?
Northbound traffic on I-77.
How far is the next rest stop after Rocky Gap Safety Rest Area North?
Northbound: Morton Travel Plaza, about 23 miles. Southbound: Surry County Rest Area,SBL, about 58 miles.
Can you sleep at Rocky Gap Safety Rest Area North?
A nap is fine, a night is not: Virginia prohibits overnight parking at rest areas.
Is there truck parking at Rocky Gap Safety Rest Area North?
Yes, 26 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
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