Rest Areas on I-86 (Idaho to New York)
Every rest area, welcome center and service plaza on I-86, in order, for both directions – with exits and the distance to the next stop.
This page lists all 12 rest stops on I-86 we know of across 2 states, from Idaho to New York – 12 rest areas. Interstate 86 rest areas are listed by direction of travel, so you only see the stops on your side of the highway.
On average, rest stops on I-86 in the same direction are about 38 miles apart. The longest stretch without a stop is about 64 miles eastbound, between Chautauqua Lake Rest Area and Friendship Rest Area. Pick your direction below to see every stop in order, with exits and the distance to the next one.
I-86 Rest Stops in Order of Travel
I-86 eastbound rest areas are listed west to east; I-86 westbound rest areas in the opposite order. Rest areas on a divided interstate usually serve one direction only, so the list changes when you switch.
- Welcome to IdahoColdwater Hill Rest Area - Eastbound (limited info)ID
- Welcome to New York↓ 64.2 mi without a rest area
- ↓ 20.8 mi
- Hornellsville Scenic Overlook/ Texting Zone / Parking Area (limited info)Exit 33 · Hornell · NY↓ 27.8 mi
- ↓ 42.9 mi
- Welcome to New York↓ 43.2 mi
- ↓ 18.1 mi
- ↓ 63.4 mi without a rest area
- ↓ 26.8 mi
- Welcome to IdahoI-86 Westbound Rest Area (limited info)Exit 33 · ID
I-86 Rest Areas by State
Open a state to see its I-86 rest areas together with all other rest stops, welcome centers and weigh stations there.
| State | Rest stops | Avg. gap | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 2 | – | I-86 in Idaho → |
| New York | 10 | 38 mi | I-86 in New York → |
The Longest Gaps on I-86
1. 64 mi eastbound
Chautauqua Lake Rest Area → Friendship Rest Area
2. 63 mi westbound
Kanona Rest Area → I-86 Westbound Rest Area near Allegany
3. 43 mi westbound
Owego Rest Area → Erwin Text Zone / Parking Area
4. 43 mi eastbound
Campbell Rest Area → Nichols Rest Area
5. 28 mi eastbound
Hornellsville Scenic Overlook/ Texting Zone / Parking Area → Campbell Rest Area
Straight-line distances between consecutive stops in the same direction.
I-86 Rest Area FAQ
How many rest areas are on I-86?
We list 12 rest stops on I-86 in 2 states: 6 eastbound and 6 westbound.
How far apart are rest stops on I-86?
About 38 miles on average in the same direction (by mile marker where known), but it varies a lot by state. The stop list above shows the distance to the next stop for every entry.
Where is the longest stretch without a rest area on I-86?
Eastbound between Chautauqua Lake Rest Area (New York) and Friendship Rest Area (New York) – about 64 miles. Plan a break before you enter this stretch.
Are I 86 rest stops open 24 hours?
Most interstate rest areas are open 24 hours, 7 days a week, but some close overnight or seasonally, and any stop can close for construction. Opening hours and closures are shown on each stop’s page.
Which states does I-86 pass through?
In our data, I-86 rest stops are in Idaho and New York.
Data: OpenStreetMap contributors · Last updated October 2026 · Report an issue · All interstates