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Troutville Safety Rest Area South
Troutville Safety Rest Area South is a rest area on I-81 southbound in Virginia, at mile 158 near Troutville. A federal truck parking survey counted 7 spaces for big rigs here. On record: restrooms, accessible restrooms, drinking water and baby changing table. After this, southbound drivers reach Radford Safety Rest Area South about 50 miles later. It is about 96 miles (straight line) from Greensboro, NC.
| Highway | I-81 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 158 |
| Location | Troutville, Botetourt County, Virginia Directions (37.4686, -79.8118) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Accessible restrooms, Drinking water, Baby changing table |
| Truck parking | 7 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); OpenStreetMap volunteers for the facilities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-81
Heading southbound
Radford Safety Rest Area South
about 50 miles · Rest area near Radford
Heading northbound
Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area North
about 74 miles · Rest area near Mount Sidney
Food and fuel: Blue Ridge Travel Plaza, about 357 mi
How long can you stay?
Plan to sleep elsewhere, because Virginia prohibits overnight parking at rest areas.
Rule: 24VAC30-51-30. Virginia overview
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- I-64 Rest Area near Clifton Forge Rest area
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Troutville Safety Rest Area South?
On I-81 southbound at mile 158 near Troutville in Botetourt County, Virginia. The Directions link opens the spot in Google Maps.
Which direction does Troutville Safety Rest Area South serve?
Southbound traffic on I-81.
Does Troutville Safety Rest Area South have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here, including accessible ones.
How far is the next rest stop after Troutville Safety Rest Area South?
Southbound: Radford Safety Rest Area South, about 50 miles. Northbound: Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area North, about 74 miles.
Can you sleep at Troutville Safety Rest Area South?
Plan to sleep elsewhere, because Virginia prohibits overnight parking at rest areas.
Is there truck parking at Troutville Safety Rest Area South?
Yes, there are 7 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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