Carson Safety Rest Area North Northbound – I-95
Looking for a break on I-95 northbound near Carson in Prince George County, Virginia? Carson Safety Rest Area North is along the way. Reported truck parking: 35 spaces. The next northbound stop is Ladysmith Safety Rest Area North, about 70 miles further along I-95.
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): Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Carson Safety Rest Area North serves northbound traffic on Interstate 95 near Carson, Virginia. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Virginia Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the northbound side of I-95 near Carson in Prince George County. The recorded position is around mile marker 37.
If you would rather drive on, Ladysmith Safety Rest Area North is the next listed stop, around 70 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 35 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
- Family restroom
- Accessible facilities
- Vending machines
- Visitor information
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Parking rules
Virginia does not permit overnight parking at its rest areas; posted signs set the time limit. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: 24VAC30-51-30 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 37.015498, -77.389948. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-95 Northbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 95 near Carson.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 35 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?
Virginia does not permit overnight parking at its rest areas; posted signs set the time limit. Posted signs on site apply.
What is the next stop on I-95?
Ladysmith Safety Rest Area North, about 70 miles further along I-95 by the official mile markers.