Chauncey O. Simpson Memorial Rest Area Northbound – US-13

On US-13 northbound in New Castle County, Delaware, Chauncey O. Simpson Memorial Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 28 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.

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking28Reported 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✓ Accessible facilities✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables✓ Pet area✓ Vending machines✓ RV dump station✓ Playground✓ Visitor information

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Public phone, EV charging, Wi-Fi.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Drivers heading north on US-13 in Delaware can take a break at the Chauncey O. Simpson Memorial Rest Area. Its current operating status has not been verified. Confirm the current situation with the Delaware Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the northbound side of US-13 in New Castle County.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 28 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible facilities
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Vending machines
  • RV dump station
  • Playground
  • Visitor information

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 39.323500, -75.617500. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on US-13 Northbound?

Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the northbound facility on U.S. Route 13.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 28 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Are there restrooms and drinking water?

Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

Can I walk my dog here?

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