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Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South
Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South is a rest area on I-85 southbound in Virginia, at mile 55 near Dinwiddie. A federal truck parking survey counted 20 spaces for big rigs here. Heading south, the next one is Alberta Safety Rest Area South in roughly 23 miles. Richmond, VA is the closest big city, about 32 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-85 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 55 |
| Location | Dinwiddie, Dinwiddie County, Virginia Directions (37.1032, -77.5442) |
| Amenities | No amenities on record for this site yet. |
| Truck parking | 20 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 southbound
Alberta Safety Rest Area South
about 23 miles · Rest area near Alberta
Heading northbound
No further northbound stop in our list on I-85.
Other side of the highway: Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area North (Northbound).
Overnight parking
Plan to sleep elsewhere, because Virginia prohibits overnight parking at rest areas.
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Carson Safety Rest Area North Rest areaRestrooms 35 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South?
On I-85 southbound at mile 55 near Dinwiddie in Dinwiddie County, Virginia. Exact coordinates and a route link are in the details table.
Which direction does Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South serve?
Southbound traffic on I-85. Traffic the other way uses Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area North.
How far is the next rest stop after Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South?
Southbound: Alberta Safety Rest Area South, about 23 miles.
Can you sleep at Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South?
Plan to sleep elsewhere, because Virginia prohibits overnight parking at rest areas.
Is there truck parking at Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South?
Yes, there are 20 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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