Ulster Service Area Southbound – I-87

On I-87 southbound in New York, Ulster Service Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 41 spaces. The next southbound stop is Modena Service Area – Southbound, about 35 mi ahead (estimated).

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Next rest stop on I-87 Southbound

Modena Service Area – Southboundabout 35 mi ahead (estimated) · New York · After exit 18

Previous southbound stop: New Baltimore Service Area · about 35 mi back (estimated)

Location map

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

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking41Reported 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✓ Family restroom✓ Accessible facilities✓ Pet area✓ EV charging✓ Wi-Fi✓ Playground

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Drinking water, Picnic tables, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, Visitor information.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this service plaza

Drivers heading south on I-87 in New York can take a break at the Ulster Service Area. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the New York Department of Transportation.

Location and driving direction

This is the southbound facility on I-87. Driving southbound, the rest area comes after exit 20 and before exit 19. You do not take an exit to get there: the service plaza has its own ramp, signed "Service Plaza" in advance.

Driving on, the next listed stop is Modena Service Area – Southbound, roughly 35 road miles ahead (estimated).

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 41 truck parking spaces.

Listed amenities include:

  • Restrooms
  • Family restroom
  • Accessible facilities
  • Pet area
  • EV charging
  • Wi-Fi
  • Playground

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability.

Opening hours

The service plaza is listed as accessible 24 hours a day (New York State Thruway Authority).

Coordinates

42.014700, -74.000600

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Frequently asked questions

Is this service plaza on I-87 Southbound?

Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the southbound facility on Interstate 87.

Are there restrooms?

Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing.

Is this service plaza open 24 hours?

Yes, it is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by New York State Thruway Authority.

Can I walk my dog here?

A pet area is listed for this location. Keep pets leashed and follow posted rules.

What is the next stop on I-87?

Modena Service Area – Southbound, about 35 miles ahead by road (estimated).