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Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area North
You will find Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area North on I-81 (northbound) by Mount Sidney, Virginia, around mile marker 232. A federal truck parking survey counted 12 spaces for big rigs here. Heading north, the next one is New Market Safety Rest Area North in roughly 30 miles. The nearest large city is Richmond, VA, 94 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-81 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 232 |
| Location | Mount Sidney, Augusta County, Virginia Directions (38.2500, -78.9543) |
| Amenities | Nothing confirmed yet. |
| Truck parking | 12 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Hours | Open 24/7 (OpenStreetMap) |
Sources: FHWA truck parking survey (2019, published by U.S. DOT); OpenStreetMap for amenities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-81
Heading northbound
New Market Safety Rest Area North
about 30 miles · Rest area near New Market
Food and fuel: Blue Ridge Travel Plaza, about 283 mi
Heading southbound
Fairfield Safety Rest Area South
33 miles · Rest area near Fairfield
Other side of the highway: Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area South (Southbound).
Sleeping in your car here
A nap is fine, a night is not: Virginia prohibits overnight parking at rest areas.
Legal source: 24VAC30-51-30. Virginia overview
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Charlottesville Safety Rest Area East Rest area13 truck spaces
- Charlottesville Safety Rest Area West Rest areaRestrooms 14 truck spaces
- US-33 Rest Area near Elkton Rest area
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area North?
On I-81 northbound at mile 232 near Mount Sidney in Augusta County, Virginia. The Directions link opens the spot in Google Maps.
Which direction does Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area North serve?
Northbound traffic on I-81. Traffic the other way uses Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area South.
How far is the next rest stop after Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area North?
Northbound: New Market Safety Rest Area North, about 30 miles. Southbound: Fairfield Safety Rest Area South, 33 miles.
Can you sleep at Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area North?
A nap is fine, a night is not: Virginia prohibits overnight parking at rest areas.
Is there truck parking at Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area North?
Yes, 12 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
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