Jefferson County Rest Area Westbound – I-80

Jefferson County Rest Area is a rest area on I-80 westbound near Washington in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania. Reported truck parking: 19 spaces.

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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: Centre County Rest Area ≈ 58 mi along I-80

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-80.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking19Reported 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✓ Picnic tables✓ Vending machines

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

On Interstate 80 westbound near Washington, the Jefferson County Rest Area gives travelers in Pennsylvania a place to stop. Its current operating status has not been verified. Confirm the current situation with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the westbound side of I-80 near Washington in Jefferson County. The recorded position is around mile marker 88.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 19 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Picnic tables
  • Vending machines

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Time limits and overnight parking

Pennsylvania limits stays to 2 hours in a 24-hour period, or the posted limit; sleeping is allowed only in a legally parked vehicle and overnight camping is prohibited. Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: 67 Pa. Code 443.2 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 41.149358, -78.941745. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-80 is this rest area on?

It serves westbound traffic on Interstate 80 near Washington.

Can trucks park here?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 19 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.

Can I stay overnight at this rest area?

Pennsylvania limits stays to 2 hours in a 24-hour period, or the posted limit; sleeping is allowed only in a legally parked vehicle and overnight camping is prohibited. Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Posted signs on site apply.