Centre County Rest Area Westbound – I-80
Centre County Rest Area is a rest area on I-80 westbound near Snow Shoe in Centre County, Pennsylvania. Reported truck parking: 19 spaces. The next westbound stop is Jefferson County Rest Area, about 58 miles further along I-80.
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, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 80 westbound near Snow Shoe, the Centre County Rest Area gives travelers in Pennsylvania a place to stop. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. 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 Snow Shoe in Centre County. It is listed near mile marker 146.
Heading the other way? Use Centre County Rest Area (eastbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
If you would rather drive on, Jefferson County Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 58 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 19 truck parking spaces.
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Accessible facilities
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Parking rules
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 at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: 67 Pa. Code 443.2 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 41.019784, -77.953448. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-80 is this rest area on?
It serves westbound traffic on Interstate 80 near Snow Shoe. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.
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.
What is the next stop on I-80?
Jefferson County Rest Area, about 58 miles further along I-80 by the official mile markers.