Live Oak County Northbound Rest Area – I-37

On I-37 northbound near Whitsett in Live Oak County, Texas, Live Oak County Northbound Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 9 spaces.

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Next rest stop on I-37 Northbound

We have no northbound rest stop on I-37 listed within the next 75 miles. Check the highway signs for service areas ahead.

Previous northbound stop: San Patricio County Northbound Rest Area · about 58 mi back (straight line)

Location map

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

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking9Reported 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✓ Accessible facilities✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables✓ Vending machines

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground, Visitor information.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Drivers heading north on I-37 near Whitsett, Texas, can take a break at the Live Oak County Northbound Rest Area. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the Texas Department of Transportation.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the northbound side of I-37 near Whitsett in Live Oak County. The recorded position is around mile marker 78. It is right by exit 78. Follow the "Rest Area" signs as you approach.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 9 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible facilities
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Vending machines

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

Opening hours

The rest area is listed as accessible 24 hours a day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.

How long can you stay?

Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: TxDOT (Transp. Code 545.411) (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 28.599500, -98.217000. 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-37 Northbound?

Yes. The TxDOT record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 37 near Whitsett.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 9 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Are there restrooms and drinking water?

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

Is this rest area open 24 hours?

It is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap. Temporary closures can still happen, so check before travel.

How long can I park here?

Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Posted signs on site apply.