Whitney Point Rest Area Southbound – I-81

I-81 southbound travelers near Lisle in Broome County, New York, can pull in at Whitney Point Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 29 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 (Southbound)

Previous: Watertown Rest Area ≈ 34 mi along I-81

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-81.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking29Reported 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

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Whitney Point Rest Area is a stop for southbound travelers on I-81 near Lisle in New York. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Check the New York Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-81, near Lisle in Broome County. It is listed near mile marker 9.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 29 truck parking spaces.

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible facilities

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Parking rules

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. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: 17 NYCRR 156.3 (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 42.375082, -75.995040. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-81 is this rest area on?

It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 81 near Lisle.

Is truck parking available?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 29 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.

Can I stay overnight at this rest area?

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.