I-26 Henderson County Rest Area
I-26 Eastbound · Exit 40 (0.8 mi) · near Fletcher, North Carolina
Amenities
- Restrooms
- Picnic area
Not recorded: Accessible restrooms · Drinking water · Vending machines · Pet area · Playground · Truck parking · EV charging · Wi-Fi · Dump station · Visitor information · Scenic view
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Traveling westbound? I-26 Buncombe County Rest Area is on the other side of I-26.
All rest areas on I-26 →About I-26 Henderson County Rest Area
I-26 Henderson County Rest Area is a rest area on I-26 eastbound in North Carolina, about 0.8 miles from Exit 40, near Fletcher. It has picnic tables and restrooms. The next rest area eastbound is Landrum Welcome Center (Eastbound), about 29 miles ahead.
It serves eastbound traffic only – if you're heading the other way, use I-26 Buncombe County Rest Area on the opposite side of I-26.
It's one of 60 rest areas and welcome centers in North Carolina, 6 of which have truck parking. See all North Carolina rest areas on the state page.
The nearest truck stop is Mountain Energy Truck Stop near Mountain Home, approx. 2.6 miles away.
Parking Rules
Unknown – check posted signs. We haven't verified North Carolina's overnight rule yet.
Can you sleep at rest areas in North Carolina? →FAQ
Is I-26 Henderson County Rest Area open 24 hours?
Yes, I-26 Henderson County Rest Area is open 24 hours, 7 days a week according to our data. If it's closed for maintenance, the closure is shown at the top of this page.
Does I-26 Henderson County Rest Area have truck parking?
Truck parking isn't recorded for I-26 Henderson County Rest Area. The nearest truck stop is Mountain Energy Truck Stop near Mountain Home (approx. 2.6 mi).
What is the next rest area after I-26 Henderson County Rest Area on I-26 eastbound?
The next stop eastbound is Landrum Welcome Center (Eastbound), about 29 miles ahead near Exit 1. The previous one is I-26 Eastbound Rest Area near Mars Hill (31 miles back).
Where is I-26 Henderson County Rest Area located?
I-26 Henderson County Rest Area is on I-26 eastbound near Exit 40, close to Fletcher, North Carolina. GPS coordinates: 35.42656, -82.52942.
Where do westbound drivers stop?
Yes – drivers heading westbound use I-26 Buncombe County Rest Area on the other side of I-26. Rest areas on divided highways serve one direction, so check the direction before you navigate.