Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area North Northbound – I-85
Looking for a break on I-85 northbound near Dinwiddie in Dinwiddie County, Virginia? Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area North is along the way. Reported truck parking: 13 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, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area North serves northbound traffic on Interstate 85 near Dinwiddie, Virginia. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Check the Virginia Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
This is the northbound facility on I-85, near Dinwiddie in Dinwiddie County. The recorded position is around mile marker 55.
Heading the other way? Use Dinwiddie Safety Rest Area South (southbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 13 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
- Accessible facilities
- Vending machines
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Parking rules
Virginia does not permit overnight parking at its rest areas; posted signs set the time limit. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: 24VAC30-51-30 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 37.101068, -77.544205. 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-85 Northbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 85 near Dinwiddie. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
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?
Virginia does not permit overnight parking at its rest areas; posted signs set the time limit. Posted signs on site apply.