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Brunswick County Rest Area
Brunswick County Rest Area sits on US-17 near Shallotte in Brunswick County. Truckers get 8 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. Mapped amenities include restrooms. Heading north, the next one is Beaufort County Rest Area in roughly 147 miles. Wilmington, NC is the closest big city, about 32 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | US-17 · direction not confirmed |
|---|---|
| Location | Shallotte, Brunswick County, North Carolina Directions (33.9753, -78.4054) |
| Amenities | Restrooms |
| Truck parking | 8 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Hours | Open 24/7 (OpenStreetMap) |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on US-17
Heading northbound
Beaufort County Rest Area
about 147 miles · Rest area near Chocowinity
Heading southbound
Little River Welcome Center
about 15 miles · Welcome center in South Carolina
How long can you stay?
No hour limit in North Carolina state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply. Setting up a tent is not allowed.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Brunswick County Rest Area?
On US-17 near Shallotte in Brunswick County, North Carolina. Tap Directions to route there.
Does Brunswick County Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here. The site is listed as open 24/7.
How far is the next rest stop after Brunswick County Rest Area?
Northbound: Beaufort County Rest Area, about 147 miles. Southbound: Little River Welcome Center, about 15 miles.
Can you sleep at Brunswick County Rest Area?
No hour limit in North Carolina state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply. Setting up a tent is not allowed.
Is there truck parking at Brunswick County Rest Area?
Yes, 8 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
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