McDowell County Rest Area Westbound – I-40

I-40 westbound travelers near Marion in McDowell County, North Carolina, can pull in at McDowell County Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 11 spaces. The next westbound stop is Haywood County Rest Area, about 72 miles further along I-40.

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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 (Westbound)

Previous: Catawba County Rest Area ≈ 54 mi along I-40Next: Haywood County Rest Area ≈ 72 mi along I-40

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-40.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking11Reported 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

McDowell County Rest Area is a stop for westbound travelers on I-40 near Marion in North Carolina. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Conditions can change, so confirm with the North Carolina Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the westbound side of I-40 near Marion in McDowell County. The recorded position is around mile marker 82.

The eastbound lanes have their own facility, McDowell County Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.

If you would rather drive on, Haywood County Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 72 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 11 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 35.640201, -82.018846. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-40 is this rest area on?

It serves westbound traffic on Interstate 40 near Marion. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.

Is truck parking available?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 11 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.

What is the next stop on I-40?

Haywood County Rest Area, about 72 miles further along I-40 by the official mile markers.