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Cabarrus County Rest Area NBL
You will find Cabarrus County Rest Area NBL on I-85 (northbound) by Concord, North Carolina, around mile marker 59. It has 21 truck parking spaces, according to the FHWA truck parking survey. Heading north, the next one is Davidson County Rest Area NBL in roughly 40 miles. Charlotte, NC is the closest big city, about 21 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-85 · Northbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 59 |
| Location | Concord, Cabarrus County, North Carolina Directions (35.4513, -80.5943) |
| Amenities | No facility data. A review below helps fill the gap. |
| Truck parking | 21 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA truck parking survey (2019, published by U.S. DOT); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-85
Heading northbound
Davidson County Rest Area NBL
about 40 miles · Rest area near Thomasville
Heading southbound
Blacksburg Welcome Center
about 64 miles · Welcome center in South Carolina
Other side of the highway: Cabarrus County Rest Area SBL (Southbound).
How long can you stay?
There is no statewide cap on how long you may stay in North Carolina that we found; read the signs on arrival. Tents and camping are off limits.
Source: 19A NCAC 2E .0407. North Carolina overview
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Mecklenburg County Rest Area Rest area17 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cabarrus County Rest Area NBL?
On I-85 northbound at mile 59 near Concord in Cabarrus County, North Carolina. Tap Directions to route there.
Which direction does Cabarrus County Rest Area NBL serve?
Northbound traffic on I-85. Traffic the other way uses Cabarrus County Rest Area SBL.
How far is the next rest stop after Cabarrus County Rest Area NBL?
Northbound: Davidson County Rest Area NBL, about 40 miles. Southbound: Blacksburg Welcome Center, about 64 miles.
Can you sleep at Cabarrus County Rest Area NBL?
There is no statewide cap on how long you may stay in North Carolina that we found; read the signs on arrival. Tents and camping are off limits.
Is there truck parking at Cabarrus County Rest Area NBL?
Yes, 21 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
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