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Smyth Safety Rest Area South
Smyth Safety Rest Area South sits on I-81 near Smyth in Smyth County (mile 53), southbound. Truckers get 6 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. Heading south, the next one is Tennessee Welcome Center in roughly 56 miles. Winston-Salem, NC is the closest big city, about 83 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-81 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 53 |
| Location | Smyth, Smyth County, Virginia Directions (36.8839, -81.3859) |
| Amenities | Not mapped yet. Most staffed rest areas have restrooms, but we cannot confirm it for this one. |
| Truck parking | 6 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA truck parking survey (2019, published by U.S. DOT); OpenStreetMap volunteers for the facilities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-81
Heading southbound
Tennessee Welcome Center
about 56 miles · Welcome center in Tennessee
Heading northbound
I-81 Rest Area near Rural Retreat
about 8.1 miles · Rest area near Rural Retreat
Food and fuel: Blue Ridge Travel Plaza, about 464 mi
Can you sleep here?
Virginia does not allow overnight parking at its rest areas.
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Rocky Gap Safety Rest Area North Rest area26 truck spaces
- Rocky Gap Safety Rest Area/Welcome Center Welcome center24 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Smyth Safety Rest Area South?
On I-81 southbound at mile 53 near Smyth in Smyth County, Virginia. The map link above starts navigation.
Which direction does Smyth Safety Rest Area South serve?
Southbound traffic on I-81.
How far is the next rest stop after Smyth Safety Rest Area South?
Southbound: Tennessee Welcome Center, about 56 miles. Northbound: I-81 Rest Area near Rural Retreat, about 8.1 miles.
Can you sleep at Smyth Safety Rest Area South?
Virginia does not allow overnight parking at its rest areas.
Is there truck parking at Smyth Safety Rest Area South?
Yes, there are 6 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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