Rest Stops NearbyWelcome centerUS-231 · both directions
Houston County Welcome Center
Houston County Welcome Center sits on US-231 near Cottonwood in Houston County (mile 0.7), serving both directions. A federal truck parking survey counted 8 spaces for big rigs here. Heading north, the next one is Dale County Rest Area in 37 miles. The nearest large city is Tallahassee, FL, 78 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | US-231 · both directions |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 0.7 |
| Location | Cottonwood, Houston County, Alabama Directions (31.0068, -85.4077) |
| Amenities | We have no confirmed amenities for this stop. |
| Not available | RV dump station |
| Truck parking | 8 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Operator | Alabama Department of Transportation |
| Website | alabamarestareas.com |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); OpenStreetMap volunteers for the facilities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on US-231
Heading northbound
Dale County Rest Area
37 miles · Rest area near Ozark
Heading southbound
Jackson County Welcome Station
about < 1 miles · Welcome center in Florida
Other side of the highway: Jackson County Welcome Station (Southbound).
Can you sleep here?
How long you may stay is up to the signs here, since we found no Alabama rule.
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- Jackson County Rest Area Rest areaRestrooms 24 truck spaces
- Jackson County Rest Area Rest areaRestrooms 12 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Houston County Welcome Center?
On US-231 serving both directions at mile 0.7 near Cottonwood in Houston County, Alabama. Coordinates are in the table above.
Which direction does Houston County Welcome Center serve?
Both directions of US-231.
How far is the next rest stop after Houston County Welcome Center?
Northbound: Dale County Rest Area, 37 miles. Southbound: Jackson County Welcome Station, about < 1 miles.
Can you sleep at Houston County Welcome Center?
How long you may stay is up to the signs here, since we found no Alabama rule.
Is there truck parking at Houston County Welcome Center?
Yes, 8 truck spaces according to the FHWA survey.
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