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Rest areas, also known as rest stops, are designated areas along highways and interstates that provide a safe and convenient place for motorists to take a break from driving. These areas typically include restrooms, picnic tables, and other amenities to make the experience more comfortable for drivers.

The creation of rest areas can be traced back to the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956, which established the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways. This legislation included provisions for the construction of safety rest areas along the highways to provide drivers with a safe place to rest and recharge during their journeys.

As highways were constructed in remote and previously lightly traveled areas, facilities for motorists were often sparsely located, making it difficult for drivers to find safe places to rest. To address this issue, the American Association of State Highway Officials released a policy document in 1958 that outlined site guidelines and national standardization requirements for rest areas.

Today, rest areas are a critical component of the U.S. highway system, providing drivers with a safe and convenient place to take a break during long journeys. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, rest areas offer a welcome respite from the road, allowing drivers to rest, recharge, and continue on their journey with renewed energy and focus.


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a month ago
tallmanfl for I-4 Eastbound Rest Area
As of mid April 2023 it is a dump. Only commercial trucks can park there. It is hazardous in every aspect that one can reasonably think of. It did have running water. So, that's something.

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a month ago
BEVERLEY LYNNE HARRIS (Fidohouse) for Southern Nevada Visitors Center
Very surprised to find this beautiful big Rest Area CLOSED today: Friday, April 7th, 2023; barred at the gate!

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a month ago
Clyde Barrow for I-80 East Rest Area - Mile 270
I like this rest area, stop here when coming through. Only problem I have is with the state employee in the pictures. He pretty much stands in the same 3 spots as pictured watching that no one parks next to his vehicle (cones blocking space next to it) as you can see I'm parked next to it and he's not liking that I have one of his spaces. As you can see he's on the watch waiting for me to leave. My tax dollars at work when in 4hrs all he's done was pick up a piece of paper and watch his vehicle. Nice job, wish I had one like it. Hour is 1745 and he is still standing in the same location. Where can I get a job like this. Leaving now.

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a month ago
Barbara Slott for Southern Nevada Visitors Center
What a beautiful rest area! Nice landscaping, informational signs, and a big area for overnighting in our rv. Great place to walk the dog and get some rest. 😁But, why in the world are the bathrooms locked this morning?!?😡

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2 months ago
Steven Page for Southern Nevada Visitors Center
We were heading from Lake Havasu to Las Vegas and needed a stop to walk our dog Nugget. This is a very nice rest area with lots of room for cars, rvs, and trucks. They have quite a few picnic tables with covers which is nice in the summer.

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2 months ago
Barbara Jacobs for Rest Area I95 North
Vintage rest stop but very clean. Also on a cold morning i appreciated heat and warm water. All the facilities were in good condition and functioning.

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2 months ago
Chalette Loy for X171 REST STOP - MULHALL, OK
A place to sleep was happy with that

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2 months ago
Daniel for I-4 Eastbound Rest Area
Rest stop for truckers only, not passenger vehicles. Makes it awkward walking through parking lot and to even know where to park. Very weird

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Restrooms...Vending Machines... and a Payphone. That's It. The Restroom needs to be cleaner! Weird Smell! 👎

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3 months ago
Renee Carter for I-4 Eastbound Rest Area
Had truck parking but was full and we joined the several others who parked on the side of the lot/road. Clean bathroom.

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3 months ago
D B for I-4 Eastbound Rest Area
I didn't see any security or anyone. This is a truck only rest area. Don't park and sleep infront of trucks so I have to bang on your window to leave when I'm trying to get out.

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3 months ago
Edmond Grossie for Rest Area I95 North
As everyone probably knows a lot of the rest areas are closing down they look like s*** not very nice places at all but there are few such as this one. This is an excellent place to stop and get a little rest wash up a little bit use the facilities get something to snack on her to drink excellent place very well-kept thank you guys.

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3 months ago
Matthew Pistritto for Dortches Rest Area off I-95
just restroom and snack machines - no restaurants or shops

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4 months ago
Shawn Linton for Kerr Safety Rest Area EB
Trucks to the left, tight space only 7 or 8 spots. cars to the right, open loop with more parking. Being open 24 is very nice and the bathrooms were clean.

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4 months ago
Freddie Sullens for Rest Area I95 North
Clean but seriously outdated and is an embarrassment to our state. We need to spend some of those surplus tax dollars to update and upgrade. Including charging stations for EVs at every one!! Wonder is our political leadership has been across state line and see the impressive rest areas along their interstate highways.

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4 months ago
Walter Jones for Utah Welcome Center
8/19 Baker, NV to Thompson Springs Utah, fairly decent roads, Hwy 50 ( Americas loneliest Highway). Lots of twists and turns, long ride thru the mountains. Stayed at Ballard RV Park, average okay. Watering hole on site.

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4 months ago
Lanell Harris for Dortches Rest Area off I-95
It was clean and convenient. Has great areas for pets and sidewalks to safely stretch your legs. 24 hour security makes you feel safe. It has well stocked vending machines as well.

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4 months ago
Brendon Stinson for AZ DOT Rest Stop
This is a nice and well kept rest stop, there was plenty of parking and it was especially nice that free potable water spigots were offered to RV'ers!

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4 months ago
Alex Barthe' for I-4 Eastbound Rest Area
We headed to Orlando for a bowl game and I messed up the reservation for the RV Park. We arrived late and ended up staying in the rest area for the night. It was nice to have clean location with Security. Maybe next time I'll do better with my reservations.

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4 months ago
Ang Ang for Dortches Rest Area off I-95
Clean bathroom. Nice rest area

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