Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area North
I-81 Northbound · MM 232 · Exit 235 (2.7 mi) · near Mount Sidney, Virginia
Amenities
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Vending machines
- Picnic area
- Pet area
Not recorded: Accessible restrooms · Playground · Truck parking · EV charging · Wi-Fi · Dump station · Visitor information · Scenic view
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Traveling southbound? Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area South is on the other side of I-81.
All rest areas on I-81 →About Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area North
Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area North is a rest area on I-81 northbound in Virginia, about 2.7 miles from Exit 235, at milepost 232. It has drinking water, a pet area, picnic tables, restrooms and vending machines. The next rest area northbound is New Market Safety Rest Area North, about 30 miles ahead.
It serves northbound traffic only – if you're heading the other way, use Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area South on the opposite side of I-81.
It's one of 43 rest areas and welcome centers in Virginia, 4 of which have truck parking. See all Virginia rest areas on the state page.
The nearest truck stop is Harrisonburg Travel Center near Dayton, approx. 10.9 miles away.
Parking Rules
Unknown – check posted signs. We haven't verified Virginia's overnight rule yet.
Can you sleep at rest areas in Virginia? →FAQ
Is Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area North open 24 hours?
Yes, Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area North 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 Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area North have truck parking?
Truck parking isn't recorded for Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area North. The nearest truck stop is Harrisonburg Travel Center near Dayton (approx. 10.9 mi).
What is the next rest area after Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area North on I-81 northbound?
The next stop northbound is New Market Safety Rest Area North, about 30 miles ahead near Exit 264. The previous one is Ironto Safety Rest Area North (103 miles back).
Where is Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area North located?
Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area North is on I-81 northbound at milepost 232 near Exit 235, close to Mount Sidney, Virginia. GPS coordinates: 38.25032, -78.95442.
Where do southbound drivers stop?
Yes – drivers heading southbound use Mount Sidney Safety Rest Area South on the other side of I-81. Rest areas on divided highways serve one direction, so check the direction before you navigate.