Bell County Northbound Rest Area – I-35
On I-35 northbound near Salado in Bell County, Texas, Bell County Northbound Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 28 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, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Visitor information.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Drivers heading north on I-35 near Salado, Texas, can take a break at the Bell County Northbound Rest Area. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Check the Texas Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
This is the northbound facility on I-35, near Salado in Bell County. It lies 2 miles south of Salado. It is listed near mile marker 281.
Heading the other way? Use Bell County Southbound Rest Area (southbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 28 truck parking spaces.
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Accessible facilities
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
- Vending machines
- Playground
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Opening hours
The rest area is listed as accessible 24 hours a day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.
How long can you stay?
Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: TxDOT (Transp. Code 545.411) (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 30.900100, -97.562300. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-35 Northbound?
Yes. The TxDOT record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 35 near Salado. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 28 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?
Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Is this rest area open 24 hours?
It is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap. Temporary closures can still happen, so check before travel.
How long can I park here?
Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Posted signs on site apply.