McMinn County Rest Area Southbound – I-75
On I-75 southbound near Athens in McMinn County, Tennessee, McMinn County Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 41 spaces. The next southbound stop is Georgia Visitor Information Center – Ringgold – Southbound, about 43 mi ahead (straight line).
Next rest stop on I-75 Southbound
Georgia Visitor Information Center – Ringgold – Southboundabout 43 mi ahead (straight line) · Georgia · Mile marker 372Location 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, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Drivers heading south on I-75 near Athens, Tennessee, can take a break at the McMinn County Rest Area. 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
You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-75, near Athens in McMinn County. It is listed near mile marker 45.
Heading the other way? Use McMinn County Rest Area – Northbound (northbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
Driving on, the next listed stop is Georgia Visitor Information Center – Ringgold – Southbound in Georgia, roughly 43 miles ahead as the crow flies.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 41 truck parking spaces.
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Accessible facilities
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Parking rules
Tennessee has a 2-hour parking limit at rest areas and welcome centers; overnight parking is not allowed. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: TDOT (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 35.429454, -84.688768. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-75 Southbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the southbound facility on Interstate 75 near Athens. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 41 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.
What is the next stop on I-75?
Georgia Visitor Information Center – Ringgold – Southbound, about 43 miles ahead in a straight line, in Georgia.