Brevard County Rest Area (Palm Bay) Northbound – I-95

Brevard County Rest Area (Palm Bay) is a rest area on I-95 northbound near Palm Bay West in Brevard County, Florida. Reported truck parking: 60 spaces. The next northbound stop is Brevard County Rest Area (Mims) – Northbound, 57 mi ahead by the mile markers.

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Next rest stop on I-95 Northbound

Brevard County Rest Area (Mims) – Northbound57 mi ahead by the mile markers · Florida · Mile marker 225

Previous northbound stop: St. Lucie County Rest Area – Northbound · 35 mi back by the mile markers

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking60Reported 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✓ Pet area✓ Vending machines✓ Public phone

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

On Interstate 95 northbound near Palm Bay West, the Brevard County Rest Area (Palm Bay) gives travelers in Florida a place to stop. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the Florida Department of Transportation.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the northbound side of I-95 near Palm Bay West in Brevard County. The recorded position is around mile marker 168. Driving northbound, the rest area comes after exit 166 and before exit 173. You do not take an exit to get there: the rest area has its own ramp, signed "Rest Area" in advance.

Heading the other way? Use Brevard County Rest Area (Palm Bay) – Southbound (southbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

If you would rather drive on, Brevard County Rest Area (Mims) – Northbound is the next listed stop, around 57 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 60 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Pet area
  • Vending machines
  • Public phone

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces.

Opening hours

Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (Florida DOT).

How long can you stay?

In Florida, parking at rest areas and welcome centers is limited to 3 hours, or up to 10 hours for commercial drivers subject to hours-of-service rules. Camping is prohibited. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: Fla. Admin. Code 14-28.002 (checked November 2026).

Coordinates

27.933900, -80.603700

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-95 is this rest area on?

It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 95 near Palm Bay West. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.

Are there restrooms?

Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing.

Can I stop here at night?

Yes, it is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by Florida DOT.

Is there a pet area?

A pet area is listed for this location. Keep pets leashed and follow posted rules.

What is the next stop on I-95?

Brevard County Rest Area (Mims) – Northbound, about 57 miles further along I-95 by the official mile markers.