I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area Southbound – I-81

On I-81 southbound near Dandridge in Jefferson County, Tennessee, I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 30 spaces.

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Current operating status not verified — Location data comes from an inventory record. Confirm with the responsible transportation agency before travel.

Location map

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

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Southbound)

Previous: I-81 Rest Area – Greene County West ≈ 39 mi along I-81

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-81.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking30Reported 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

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

Drivers heading south on I-81 near Dandridge, Tennessee, can take a break at the I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Confirm the current situation with the Tennessee Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-81, near Dandridge in Jefferson County. It is listed near mile marker 2.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 30 truck parking spaces.

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.

Time limits and overnight parking

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: 36.092591, -83.354486. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-81 Southbound?

Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the southbound facility on Interstate 81 near Dandridge.

Is truck parking available?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 30 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?

Tennessee has a 2-hour parking limit at rest areas and welcome centers; overnight parking is not allowed. Posted signs on site apply.