Fayette County Rest Area Southbound – I-71
I-71 southbound travelers near Jeffersonville in Fayette County, Ohio, can pull in at Fayette County Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 13 spaces.
Next rest stop on I-71 Southbound
We have no southbound rest stop on I-71 listed within the next 75 miles. Check the highway signs for service areas ahead.
Previous southbound stop: Delaware County Rest Area – Southbound · 60 mi back by the mile markers
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Fayette County Rest Area is a stop for southbound travelers on I-71 near Jeffersonville in Ohio. Before you count on this stop, a quick check of 511 or the Ohio Department of Transportation shows any closure.
Location and driving direction
This is the southbound facility on I-71, near Jeffersonville in Fayette County. The recorded position is around mile marker 68. Southbound, you reach it after exit 69; the next exit after the rest area is exit 65. You do not take an exit to get there: the rest area has its own ramp, signed "Rest Area" in advance.
Heading the other way? Use Fayette County Rest Area – Northbound (northbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 13 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Parking rules
Ohio limits leaving a vehicle unattended at a rest area to 3 hours; camping is prohibited. Ohio Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: Ohio Adm. Code 5501:2-4-01 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 39.636973, -83.574005. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-71 is this rest area on?
It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 71 near Jeffersonville. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 13 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.
How long can I park here?
Ohio limits leaving a vehicle unattended at a rest area to 3 hours; camping is prohibited. Ohio Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Posted signs on site apply.