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Abingdon Truck-Only Safety Rest Area North
Abingdon Truck-Only Safety Rest Area North sits on I-81 near Abingdon in Washington County (mile 13), northbound. It has 48 truck parking spaces, according to the FHWA truck parking survey. The next stop north is I-81 Rest Area near Rural Retreat, about 48 miles on. Winston-Salem, NC is the closest big city, about 107 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-81 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 13 |
| Location | Abingdon, Washington County, Virginia Directions (36.6841, -82.0296) |
| Amenities | No facility data. A review below helps fill the gap. |
| Truck parking | 48 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-81
Heading northbound
I-81 Rest Area near Rural Retreat
about 48 miles · Rest area near Rural Retreat
Food and fuel: Blue Ridge Travel Plaza, about 504 mi
Heading southbound
Tennessee Welcome Center
about 16 miles · Welcome center in Tennessee
Sleeping in your car here
Plan to sleep elsewhere, because Virginia prohibits overnight parking at rest areas.
Legal source: 24VAC30-51-30. Rules and closures in Virginia
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Virginia Welcome Center Welcome center
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Abingdon Truck-Only Safety Rest Area North?
On I-81 northbound at mile 13 near Abingdon in Washington County, Virginia. Follow the highway signs; the Directions link helps if you come from a side road.
Which direction does Abingdon Truck-Only Safety Rest Area North serve?
Northbound traffic on I-81.
How far is the next rest stop after Abingdon Truck-Only Safety Rest Area North?
Northbound: I-81 Rest Area near Rural Retreat, about 48 miles. Southbound: Tennessee Welcome Center, about 16 miles.
Can you sleep at Abingdon Truck-Only Safety Rest Area North?
Plan to sleep elsewhere, because Virginia prohibits overnight parking at rest areas.
Is there truck parking at Abingdon Truck-Only Safety Rest Area North?
Yes, there are 48 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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