Nichols Rest Area Eastbound – I-86

I-86 eastbound travelers near Nichols in Tioga County, New York, can pull in at Nichols Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 14 spaces, plus 47 car 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.

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Eastbound)

Previous: Campbell Rest Area ≈ 52 mi along I-86

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-86.

Reported parking capacity

Car parking47Reported spaces
Truck parking14Reported spaces

Reported capacity from the New York State DOT. This is not real-time vacancy information.

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables✓ Visitor information

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Nichols Rest Area is a stop for eastbound travelers on I-86 near Nichols in New York. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Confirm the current situation with the New York Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.

Location and driving direction

This is the eastbound facility on I-86, near Nichols in Tioga County. It is listed near mile marker 212.

Parking and amenities

The New York State DOT lists 47 automobile parking spaces and 14 truck parking spaces for this direction.

Listed amenities include:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Visitor information

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.

How long can you stay?

At New York State DOT rest areas, commercial vehicles may stay up to 10 hours while the driver takes required rest; posted signs can set other limits. Thruway service areas have their own rules. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: 17 NYCRR 156.3 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 42.022466, -76.419160. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-86 is this rest area on?

It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 86 near Nichols.

Can trucks park here?

The New York State DOT lists 14 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?

Yes, both 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.

How long can I park here?

At New York State DOT rest areas, commercial vehicles may stay up to 10 hours while the driver takes required rest; posted signs can set other limits. Thruway service areas have their own rules. Posted signs on site apply.