Medina County Northbound Rest Area – I-35
Medina County Northbound Rest Area is a rest area on I-35 northbound near Natalia in Medina County, Texas. Reported truck parking: 12 spaces. The next northbound stop is Bell County Northbound Rest Area, about 151 miles further along I-35.
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, Pet area, Vending machines, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground, Visitor information.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 35 northbound near Natalia, the Medina County Northbound Rest Area gives travelers in Texas a place to stop. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Confirm the current situation with the Texas Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the northbound lanes of I-35, near Natalia in Medina County. It is listed near mile marker 130.
Do not confuse it with the separate southbound facility, Medina County Southbound Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.
If you would rather drive on, Bell County Northbound Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 151 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 12 truck parking spaces.
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
- Public phone
- RV dump station
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Opening hours
Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.
Parking rules
Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: TxDOT (Transp. Code 545.411) (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 29.195400, -98.828400. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-35 is this rest area on?
It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 35 near Natalia. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 12 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?
Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Can I stop here at night?
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.
Where is the next rest stop?
Bell County Northbound Rest Area, about 151 miles further along I-35 by the official mile markers.