Rest Stops NearbyUS-50 rest stops in Ohio
US-50 has 2 rest stops in Ohio in our directory. The longest stretch without a stop is about 26 miles, between Athens US50 Rest Area and Athens US50EB Rest Area. The FHWA survey counted 25 truck spaces here in total.
Eastbound: Athens US50 Rest Area to Athens US50EB Rest Area
| Rest stop | Side | Mile | Near | Restrooms | Truck spaces | From previous |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens US50 Rest Area | WB | – | Albany | Yes | 11 | – |
| Athens US50EB Rest Area | EB | – | Torch | Yes | 14 | ≈ 26 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 westbound
Heading west, you reach the stops in reverse order, starting with Athens US50EB Rest Area. Stops marked EB in the table are on the other side of the road; use the ones marked WB or Both.
Can you sleep at rest stops in Ohio?
No hour limit set · no camping
Camping is not allowed, and vehicles left unattended for more than 3 hours can be towed.
Source: OAC 5501:2-4-01, checked October 2026. This is a plain-language summary, not legal advice; posted limits win.
US-50 beyond Ohio
Westbound, US-50 continues in Kansas. Eastbound, it continues in Virginia. All US-50 rest stops · All rest areas in Ohio
Frequently asked questions
How many rest stops are on US-50 in Ohio?
2 rest stops in our list: 1 reachable eastbound and 1 westbound.
What is the longest stretch without a rest stop on US-50 in Ohio?
About 26 miles, between Athens US50 Rest Area near Albany and Athens US50EB Rest Area near Torch.
Which US-50 rest stops in Ohio have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped at 2 of the 2 stops, for example Athens US50 Rest Area and Athens US50EB Rest Area. For the others we have no confirmed data.
Can you sleep at US-50 rest stops in Ohio?
Camping is not allowed, and vehicles left unattended for more than 3 hours can be towed. (OAC 5501:2-4-01)