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I-85 Southbound Welcome Center & Rest Area

I-85 Southbound · ≈ MM 231 · Exit 233 (1.4 mi) · near Norlina, North Carolina

Amenities

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible restrooms
  • Vending machines
  • Picnic area
  • Pet area
  • Visitor information

Not recorded: Drinking water · Playground · Truck parking · EV charging · Wi-Fi · Dump station · Scenic view

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About I-85 Southbound Welcome Center & Rest Area

I-85 Southbound Welcome Center & Rest Area is a welcome center on I-85 southbound in North Carolina, about 1.4 miles from Exit 233, at about mile 231, near Norlina. It has accessible restrooms, a pet area, picnic tables, restrooms, vending machines and visitor information. The next rest area southbound is I-85, Southbound - Granville County, about 31 miles ahead.

It serves southbound traffic only. We haven't found a matching stop on the other side of I-85 – check the next stops below.

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 Simmons near Bracey, approx. 6.6 miles away.

Parking Rules

Unknown – check posted signs. We haven't verified North Carolina's overnight rule yet.

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FAQ

Does I-85 Southbound Welcome Center & Rest Area have truck parking?

Truck parking isn't recorded for I-85 Southbound Welcome Center & Rest Area. The nearest truck stop is Simmons near Bracey (approx. 6.6 mi).

What is the next rest area after I-85 Southbound Welcome Center & Rest Area on I-85 southbound?

The next stop southbound is I-85, Southbound - Granville County, about 31 miles ahead near Exit 202. The previous one is Alberta Safety Rest Area South (32 miles back).

Where is I-85 Southbound Welcome Center & Rest Area located?

I-85 Southbound Welcome Center & Rest Area is on I-85 southbound at about mile 231 near Exit 233, close to Norlina, North Carolina. GPS coordinates: 36.51474, -78.20658.