Northampton County Rest Area Southbound – I-95

Northampton County Rest Area is a rest area on I-95 southbound near Roanoke Rapids in Northampton County, North Carolina. Reported truck parking: 20 spaces. The next southbound stop is Nash County Rest Area – Southbound, 39 mi ahead by the mile markers.

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Next rest stop on I-95 Southbound

Nash County Rest Area – Southbound39 mi ahead by the mile markers · North Carolina · Mile marker 142

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking20Reported spaces

Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Family restroom✓ Accessible facilities✓ Public phone✓ Visitor information

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

On Interstate 95 southbound near Roanoke Rapids, the Northampton County Rest Area gives travelers in North Carolina a place to stop. Closures are announced by the North Carolina Department of Transportation and on 511, worth a look before a long drive.

Location and driving direction

This is the southbound facility on I-95, near Roanoke Rapids in Northampton County. The recorded position is around mile marker 181. It is right by exit 180. Follow the "Rest Area" signs as you approach.

Further along I-95, Nash County Rest Area – Southbound follows after roughly 39 miles.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 20 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Family restroom
  • Accessible facilities
  • Public phone
  • Visitor information

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Time limits and overnight parking

North Carolina publishes no rest area stay limit, but under state law a vehicle left on a highway right-of-way, including rest areas, for 24 hours or more may be removed and stored by a law-enforcement officer. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: N.C.G.S. § 20-161(e) (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 36.541640, -77.580890. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-95 is this rest area on?

It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 95 near Roanoke Rapids.

Can trucks park here?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 20 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Are there restrooms?

Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

Can I stay overnight at this rest area?

North Carolina publishes no rest area stay limit, but under state law a vehicle left on a highway right-of-way, including rest areas, for 24 hours or more may be removed and stored by a law-enforcement officer. Posted signs on site apply.

What is the next stop on I-95?

Nash County Rest Area – Southbound, about 39 miles further along I-95 by the official mile markers.