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I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area
I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area sits on I-81 near Dandridge in Jefferson County (mile 2), southbound. A federal truck parking survey counted 30 spaces for big rigs here. The nearest large city is Knoxville, TN, 33 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-81 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 2 |
| Location | Dandridge, Jefferson County, Tennessee Directions (36.0926, -83.3545) |
| Amenities | Amenities not mapped. Know what is here? Tell us below. |
| Truck parking | 30 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Operator | Tennessee Department of Transportation |
Sources: the federal Jason's Law truck parking survey (2019); map data from OpenStreetMap. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-81
Heading southbound
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Heading northbound
I-81 Rest Area - Greene County East
36 miles · Rest area near Pine Grove
Food and fuel: Blue Ridge Travel Plaza, about 593 mi
Sleeping in your car here
No overnight stays: Tennessee rules ban them at rest areas.
Legal source: TDOT welcome centers and rest areas. Tennessee overview
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Jefferson County I-40 East Rest Area Rest area34 truck spaces
- I-40 Rest Area at Mile 425 Rest area21 truck spaces
- Tennessee Welcome Center - Cocke County Welcome center10 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area?
On I-81 southbound at mile 2 near Dandridge in Jefferson County, Tennessee. Tap Directions to route there.
Which direction does I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area serve?
Southbound traffic on I-81.
How far is the next rest stop after I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area?
Northbound: I-81 Rest Area - Greene County East, 36 miles.
Can you sleep at I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area?
No overnight stays: Tennessee rules ban them at rest areas.
Is there truck parking at I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area?
Yes, 30 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
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