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Warren County Rest Area SBL
Warren County Rest Area SBL is a rest area on I-85 southbound in North Carolina, at mile 231 near Wise. A federal truck parking survey counted 16 spaces for big rigs here. On record: restrooms. Heading south, the next one is Granville County Rest Area SBL in 32 miles. It is about 53 miles (straight line) from Durham, NC.
| Highway | I-85 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 231 |
| Location | Wise, Warren County, North Carolina Directions (36.5153, -78.2074) |
| Amenities | Restrooms |
| Truck parking | 16 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Operator | North Carolina Department of Transportation |
Sources: the federal Jason's Law truck parking survey (2019); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-85
Heading southbound
Granville County Rest Area SBL
32 miles · Rest area near Oxford
Heading northbound
Bracey Safety Rest Area/Welcome Center
about 3.6 miles · Welcome center in Virginia
Overnight parking
North Carolina leaves the time limit to each site's signs, as far as we can tell. Tents and camping are off limits.
Legal source: 19A NCAC 2E .0407. Rules and closures in North Carolina
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Warren County Rest Area SBL?
On I-85 southbound at mile 231 near Wise in Warren County, North Carolina. Coordinates are in the table above.
Which direction does Warren County Rest Area SBL serve?
Southbound traffic on I-85.
Does Warren County Rest Area SBL have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Warren County Rest Area SBL?
Southbound: Granville County Rest Area SBL, 32 miles. Northbound: Bracey Safety Rest Area/Welcome Center, about 3.6 miles.
Can you sleep at Warren County Rest Area SBL?
North Carolina leaves the time limit to each site's signs, as far as we can tell. Tents and camping are off limits.
Is there truck parking at Warren County Rest Area SBL?
Yes. The federal survey counted 16 spaces for trucks.
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