Brevard County Rest Area (Mims) Southbound – I-95

I-95 southbound travelers near Mims in Brevard County, Florida, can pull in at Brevard County Rest Area (Mims). Reported truck parking: 35 spaces. The next southbound stop is Brevard County Rest Area (Palm Bay) – Southbound, 59 mi ahead by the mile markers.

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Next rest stop on I-95 Southbound

Brevard County Rest Area (Palm Bay) – Southbound59 mi ahead by the mile markers · Florida · Mile marker 168

Previous southbound stop: St. Johns County Rest Area – Southbound · 75 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 parking35Reported 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

Brevard County Rest Area (Mims) is a stop for southbound travelers on I-95 near Mims in Florida. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the Florida Department of Transportation.

Location and driving direction

This is the southbound facility on I-95, near Mims in Brevard County. It is listed near mile marker 227. Once you pass exit 231 southbound, start looking for it; if you reach exit 223, you have passed it. You do not take an exit to get there: the rest area has its own ramp, signed "Rest Area" in advance.

The northbound lanes have their own facility, Brevard County Rest Area (Mims) – Northbound; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.

The next southbound stop is Brevard County Rest Area (Palm Bay) – Southbound, about 59 miles further along I-95.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 35 truck parking spaces.

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).

Parking rules

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

28.708800, -80.887800

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Frequently asked questions

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

It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 95 near Mims. The northbound 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 (Palm Bay) – Southbound, about 59 miles further along I-95 by the official mile markers.