Rest Areas Locations

We created a separate map page with interstate rest areas on it. We have rest areas marked across the country so you can take a brief glance and see where or how many are on your route. This information is already incorporated in our more detailed interstate exit guide. But if you just want rest stops, this is it. And if you need the nearest hotel, each has a link for this kind of search as well. We hope to eventually do this search with campgrounds as well but the data is just not there yet.

Some states let you park overnight in rest areas and some do not. Of course, you NEVER camp at rest areas. Don't set up tents, put down jacks or use your slide outs. Rest areas are meant to be parked at as if you were sleeping in a car seat. Some places it is allowed by a certain number of hours. So you may be able to stay for eight hours in a rest stop, and if you time it right, that may be enough for you. Some rest areas only let you stay less than that, maybe only a couple hours.

Always stay alert and use caution at rest areas. That sounds like a contradiction but it is true. Only relax when you are locked safely in your vehicle. The easy on and offs make it the perfect place for criminals to make their getaway.