Rest Stops NearbyUS-17 rest stops in North Carolina
US-17 has 3 rest stops in North Carolina in our directory. The biggest gap, about 147 miles, lies between Brunswick County Rest Area and Beaufort County Rest Area. The FHWA survey counted 32 truck spaces here in total.
Northbound: Brunswick County Rest Area to Camden County Rest Area
| Rest stop | Side | Mile | Near | Restrooms | Truck spaces | From previous |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick County Rest Area | – | – | Shallotte | Yes | 8 | – |
| Beaufort County Rest Area | – | – | Chocowinity | – | 18 | ≈ 147 mi |
| Camden County Rest Area | – | – | South Mills | – | 6 | ≈ 94 mi |
Mile = state mile marker where our sources give one. Distances use mile markers when both stops have one, otherwise the straight-line distance plus 15 % (marked ≈). "–" means we have no data.
Driving southbound
Southbound drivers meet the same list from the other end, beginning at Camden County Rest Area. Stops marked NB in the table are on the other side of the road; use the ones marked SB or Both.
- Camden County Rest Area · direction not confirmed
- Beaufort County Rest Area · direction not confirmed
- Brunswick County Rest Area · direction not confirmed
Can you sleep at rest stops in North Carolina?
No hour limit set · no camping
Tents and other structures are not allowed. The rule sets no hour limit.
Source: 19A NCAC 2E .0407, checked October 2026. Local signs may be stricter; this summary is not legal advice.
Official list: North Carolina rest areas (state DOT)
US-17 beyond North Carolina
Southbound, US-17 continues in South Carolina. All US-17 rest stops · All rest areas in North Carolina
Frequently asked questions
How many rest stops are on US-17 in North Carolina?
3 rest stops in our list: 3 reachable northbound and 3 southbound (counting stops whose direction we could not confirm for both).
What is the longest stretch without a rest stop on US-17 in North Carolina?
About 147 miles, between Brunswick County Rest Area near Shallotte and Beaufort County Rest Area near Chocowinity.
Which US-17 rest stops in North Carolina have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped at 1 of the 3 stops, for example Brunswick County Rest Area. For the others we have no confirmed data.
Can you sleep at US-17 rest stops in North Carolina?
Tents and other structures are not allowed. The rule sets no hour limit. (19A NCAC 2E .0407)