Youghiogheny Overlook Welcome Center Eastbound – I-68
On I-68 eastbound near Friendsville in Garrett County, Maryland, Youghiogheny Overlook Welcome Center offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 22 spaces.
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, Drinking water, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this welcome center
Drivers heading east on I-68 near Friendsville, Maryland, can take a break at the Youghiogheny Overlook Welcome Center. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Confirm the current situation with the Maryland State Highway Administration before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
The welcome center sits on the eastbound side of I-68 near Friendsville in Garrett County. The recorded position is around mile marker 6.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 22 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
- Picnic tables
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
How long can you stay?
Maryland allows 3 hours without a permit; camping and overnight parking are prohibited at state rest areas. I-95 travel plazas are covered by separate rules. Signs posted at the welcome center take precedence. Source: COMAR 11.04.07 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 39.677264, -79.375196. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this welcome center on I-68 Eastbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the eastbound facility on Interstate 68 near Friendsville.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 22 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?
Maryland allows 3 hours without a permit; camping and overnight parking are prohibited at state rest areas. I-95 travel plazas are covered by separate rules. Posted signs on site apply.