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gthunts · 10-19-2014, 04:00 PM

We are heading to the Smokies and would like to stop near Columbus GA for just a overnight stop to break up the drive. Can anyone recommend a good stop. Really just need a rv friendly place to catch some sleep. Cant find out if overnight parking is allowed at the Welcome Center on I-185 just N of Columbus

Kebe1215 · 10-20-2014, 09:18 AM

FD Roosevelt state park is nice! And Lake Pines campground is ok for over nite stay

jeffwit · 10-20-2014, 09:31 AM

Roosevelt SP is nice, but it's a ways off of I85. There's not many CG on 85 around that area. There is a Loves truck stop around 20 miles north of the state line. They might allow a quick overnight. Or you could try around Auburn, AL. I know there is a CG right off 85 at the College St. exit. May not be much available there if it's a home game, though.
Not sure about overnighting in that rest stop.
I drive that stretch of road a lot, so let me know if you have any more questions.

jeffwit · 10-20-2014, 09:35 AM

Sorry, I apparently can't read.

I thought you said I 85, but just saw you said I 185.
Roosevelt SP is a good option. It's about 10 miles off the interstate. There is also a private park in Pine Mountain that I have stayed in. It's about 8 miles off the interstate.
If memory serves, that rest area closes for the night, so check before you plan on staying there.

BFlinn181 · 10-20-2014, 09:44 AM

There are 3 Walmart stores near I-185 in the Columbus area. Call and see if they allow overnight parking. There is also a Cracker Barrel, they welcome RVs for overnight also. We've used Walmart from coast to coast while traveling and never had an issue.