Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area South Southbound – I-81
Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area South is a rest area on I-81 southbound near Mount Sidney in Augusta County, Virginia. Reported truck parking: 9 spaces. The next southbound stop is Troutville Safety Rest Area South, about 74 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, Picnic tables, Pet area, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 81 southbound near Mount Sidney, the Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area South gives travelers in Virginia a place to stop. Its current operating status has not been verified. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Virginia Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
You reach it from the southbound lanes of I-81, near Mount Sidney in Augusta County. It is listed near mile marker 232.
The northbound lanes have their own facility, Mount Sydney Safety Rest Area North; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
The next southbound stop is Troutville Safety Rest Area South, about 74 miles further along I-81.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 9 truck parking spaces.
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Vending machines
- Public phone
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Opening hours
Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.
Time limits and overnight parking
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: 38.251621, -78.955273. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-81 is this rest area on?
It serves southbound traffic on Interstate 81 near Mount Sidney. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 9 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.
Can I stop here at night?
It is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap. Temporary closures can still happen, so check 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-81?
Troutville Safety Rest Area South, about 74 miles further along I-81 by the official mile markers.