Sampson County Rest Area – US-421
Sampson County Rest Area is a rest area on US-421 near Clinton in Sampson County, North Carolina. It is listed as accessible from both directions of travel. Reported truck parking: 6 spaces.
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, 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
Sampson County Rest Area is a stop on US-421 near Clinton in North Carolina, reachable from both directions. Before you count on this stop, a quick check of 511 or the North Carolina Department of Transportation shows any closure.
Location and driving direction
Traffic in both directions of US-421 can use this rest area near Clinton in Sampson County.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 6 truck parking spaces.
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces.
Opening hours
Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (OpenStreetMap).
How long can you stay?
North Carolina publishes no rest area stay limit, but under state law a vehicle left on a highway right-of-way, including rest areas, for 24 hours or more may be removed and stored by a law-enforcement officer. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: N.C.G.S. § 20-161(e) (checked November 2026).
Coordinates
34.852690, -78.262760
Frequently asked questions
Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?
Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing.
Can I stop here at night?
Yes, it is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap.