Allegheny County Rest Area Northbound – I-79
I-79 northbound travelers near South Fayette in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, can pull in at Allegheny County Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 17 spaces. The next northbound stop is Lawrence County Rest Area – Northbound, 57 mi ahead by the mile markers.
Next rest stop on I-79 Northbound
Lawrence County Rest Area – Northbound57 mi ahead by the mile markers · Pennsylvania · Mile marker 107Previous northbound stop: Greene County Welcome Center – Northbound · 44 mi back by the mile markers
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
Allegheny County Rest Area is a stop for northbound travelers on I-79 near South Fayette in Pennsylvania. Before you count on this stop, a quick check of 511 or the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation shows any closure.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the northbound side of I-79 near South Fayette in Allegheny County. It is listed near mile marker 50. You will find it at exit 49. Follow the "Rest Area" signs as you approach.
Heading the other way? Use Allegheny County Rest Area – Southbound (southbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
The next northbound stop is Lawrence County Rest Area – Northbound, about 57 miles further along I-79.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 17 truck parking spaces.
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Vending machines
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces.
Time limits and overnight parking
Pennsylvania limits stays to 2 hours in a 24-hour period, or the posted limit; sleeping is allowed only in a legally parked vehicle and overnight camping is prohibited. Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: 67 Pa. Code 443.2 (checked November 2026).
Coordinates
40.331575, -80.137243
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-79 is this rest area on?
It serves northbound traffic on Interstate 79 near South Fayette. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing.
Where is the next rest stop?
Lawrence County Rest Area – Northbound, about 57 miles further along I-79 by the official mile markers.