Cumberland County Rest Area Eastbound – I-40

Looking for a break on I-40 eastbound near Dorton in Cumberland County, Tennessee? Cumberland County Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 13 spaces. The next eastbound stop is Jefferson County Rest Area, about 96 miles further along I-40.

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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.

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking13Reported 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✓ Picnic tables

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

The Cumberland County Rest Area serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 40 near Dorton, Tennessee. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Tennessee Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the eastbound lanes of I-40, near Dorton in Cumberland County. It is listed near mile marker 324.

If you would rather drive on, Jefferson County Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 96 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 13 truck parking spaces.

Listed amenities include:

  • Restrooms
  • Picnic tables

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.

Time limits and overnight parking

Tennessee has a 2-hour parking limit at rest areas and welcome centers; overnight parking is not allowed. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: TDOT (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 35.946657, -84.944715. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-40 Eastbound?

Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the eastbound facility on Interstate 40 near Dorton.

Is truck parking available?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 13 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?

Tennessee has a 2-hour parking limit at rest areas and welcome centers; overnight parking is not allowed. Posted signs on site apply.

Where is the next rest stop?

Jefferson County Rest Area, about 96 miles further along I-40 by the official mile markers.