Washington County Rest Area Northbound – I-77
On I-77 northbound near Harmar in Washington County, Ohio, Washington County Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 20 spaces. The next northbound stop is Guernsey County Rest Area, about 36 miles further along I-77.
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, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Drivers heading north on I-77 near Harmar, Ohio, can take a break at the Washington County Rest Area. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Confirm the current situation with the Ohio Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the northbound lanes of I-77, near Harmar in Washington County. The recorded position is around mile marker 3.
Further along I-77, Guernsey County Rest Area follows after roughly 36 miles.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 20 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Visitor information
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
How long can you stay?
Ohio limits leaving a vehicle unattended at a rest area to 3 hours; camping is prohibited. Ohio Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: Ohio Adm. Code 5501:2-4-01 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 39.451882, -81.438117. 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-77 Northbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 77 near Harmar.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 20 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.
How long can I park here?
Ohio limits leaving a vehicle unattended at a rest area to 3 hours; camping is prohibited. Ohio Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Posted signs on site apply.
Where is the next rest stop?
Guernsey County Rest Area, about 36 miles further along I-77 by the official mile markers.