Nash County Rest Area Southbound – I-95
On I-95 southbound near Gold Rock in Nash County, North Carolina, Nash County Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 17 spaces. The next southbound stop is Johnston County Rest Area, about 43 miles further along I-95.
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Drivers heading south on I-95 near Gold Rock, North Carolina, can take a break at the Nash County Rest Area. Its current operating status has not been verified. Check the North Carolina Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-95, near Gold Rock in Nash County. It is listed near mile marker 142.
The northbound lanes have their own facility, Nash County Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
If you would rather drive on, Johnston County Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 43 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 17 truck parking spaces.
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Vending machines
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 36.031730, -77.842630. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-95 Southbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the southbound facility on Interstate 95 near Gold Rock. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 17 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.
Where is the next rest stop?
Johnston County Rest Area, about 43 miles further along I-95 by the official mile markers.