I-81 Rest Area – Greene County West Southbound – I-81
Looking for a break on I-81 southbound near Pine Grove in Greene County, Tennessee? I-81 Rest Area – Greene County West is along the way. Reported truck parking: 24 spaces. The next southbound stop is I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area, about 39 miles further along I-81.
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
The I-81 Rest Area – Greene County West serves southbound traffic on Interstate 81 near Pine Grove, Tennessee. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Confirm the current situation with the Tennessee Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-81, near Pine Grove in Greene County. It is listed near mile marker 41.
If you would rather drive on, I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 39 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 24 truck parking spaces.
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Parking rules
Tennessee has a 2-hour parking limit at rest areas and welcome centers; overnight parking is not allowed. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: TDOT (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 36.351158, -82.769343. 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-81 Southbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the southbound facility on Interstate 81 near Pine Grove.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 24 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.
Can I stay overnight at this rest area?
Tennessee has a 2-hour parking limit at rest areas and welcome centers; overnight parking is not allowed. Posted signs on site apply.
What is the next stop on I-81?
I-81 Jefferson County West Rest Area, about 39 miles further along I-81 by the official mile markers.