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Radford Safety Rest Area South
Radford Safety Rest Area South sits on I-81 near Radford in Montgomery County (mile 108), southbound. Truckers get 14 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. OpenStreetMap lists restrooms, drinking water and picnic tables. The next stop south is I-81 Rest Area near Rural Retreat, about 49 miles on. It is about 71 miles (straight line) from Winston-Salem, NC.
| Highway | I-81 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 108 |
| Location | Radford, Montgomery County, Virginia Directions (37.0989, -80.5211) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water, Picnic tables |
| Truck parking | 14 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Hours | Open 24/7 (OpenStreetMap) |
| Operator | Virginia 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
I-81 Rest Area near Rural Retreat
about 49 miles · Rest area near Rural Retreat
Heading northbound
Ironto Safety Rest Area North
21 miles · Rest area near Ironto
Food and fuel: Blue Ridge Travel Plaza, about 407 mi
Other side of the highway: Radford Safety Rest Area North (Northbound).
Can you sleep here?
Virginia does not allow overnight parking at its rest areas.
Based on 24VAC30-51-30. Rules and closures in Virginia
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Radford Safety Rest Area South?
On I-81 southbound at mile 108 near Radford in Montgomery County, Virginia. Use the Directions link for navigation.
Which direction does Radford Safety Rest Area South serve?
Southbound traffic on I-81. Traffic the other way uses Radford Safety Rest Area North.
Does Radford Safety Rest Area South have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here. The site is listed as open 24/7.
How far is the next rest stop after Radford Safety Rest Area South?
Southbound: I-81 Rest Area near Rural Retreat, about 49 miles. Northbound: Ironto Safety Rest Area North, 21 miles.
Can you sleep at Radford Safety Rest Area South?
Virginia does not allow overnight parking at its rest areas.
Is there truck parking at Radford Safety Rest Area South?
Yes, 14 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
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