Tuscaloosa County Rest Area Northbound – I-59
Tuscaloosa County Rest Area is a rest area on I-59 northbound near Cottondale in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. Reported truck parking: 63 spaces, plus 87 car spaces. The next northbound stop is St. Clair County Rest Area, about 80 miles further along I-59.
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, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, EV charging.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 59 northbound near Cottondale, the Tuscaloosa County Rest Area gives travelers in Alabama a place to stop. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Alabama Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the northbound side of I-59 near Cottondale in Tuscaloosa County. It is listed near mile marker 84.621.
Heading the other way? Use Tuscaloosa County Rest Area (southbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
The next northbound stop is St. Clair County Rest Area, about 80 miles further along I-59.
Parking and amenities
Reported capacity: 87 spaces for cars and 63 for trucks (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- RV dump station
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Opening hours
Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 33.188201, -87.328571. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-59 is this rest area on?
It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 59 near Cottondale. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 63 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.
Is this rest area open 24 hours?
It is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap. Temporary closures can still happen, so check before travel.
What is the next stop on I-59?
St. Clair County Rest Area, about 80 miles further along I-59 by the official mile markers.