McMinn County Rest Area Northbound – I-75
McMinn County Rest Area is a rest area on I-75 northbound near Athens in McMinn County, Tennessee. Reported truck parking: 44 spaces.
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
On Interstate 75 northbound near Athens, the McMinn County Rest Area gives travelers in Tennessee a place to stop. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Tennessee Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
This is the northbound facility on I-75, near Athens in McMinn County. The recorded position is around mile marker 45.
Do not confuse it with the separate southbound facility, McMinn County Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 44 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Parking rules
Tennessee has a 2-hour parking limit at rest areas and welcome centers; overnight parking is not allowed. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: TDOT (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 35.427356, -84.687287. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-75 is this rest area on?
It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 75 near Athens. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 44 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?
Tennessee has a 2-hour parking limit at rest areas and welcome centers; overnight parking is not allowed. Posted signs on site apply.