Facility Overview
Situated directly along the vital commercial artery of US Highway 49, the Truck Parking Club facility at the D\'Lo Truck Stop (4275 US 49, D\'Lo, MS 39062) provides reliable, secure, and expansive open-air parking designed specifically for commercial and oversized vehicles. Located in Simpson County between Jackson and Hattiesburg, this facility features a wide, flat, heavy-duty surface lot tailored to accommodate semi-trucks, 53-foot tractor-trailers, bobtails, box trucks, flatbeds, utility haulers, and RVs. With a completely open-sky configuration, there are zero overhead clearance restrictions, ensuring hassle-free maneuvering for high-cube trailers and oversized loads. Passenger vehicles, work trucks, and fleet support vans can also comfortably access and park on the grounds.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Positioned on the outskirts of historic D\'Lo and just minutes north of Mendenhall, this location serves as a critical rest and logistics node in central Mississippi. Surrounding destinations and amenities include:
- D\'Lo Water Park: Located just 2 miles away on the scenic Strong River, offering outdoor recreation, canoeing, and camping.
- Historic Downtown Mendenhall: Situated approximately 3.5 miles south, featuring local Simpson County government offices, regional dining, and shopping.
- Local Food & Dining: Convenient on-site restaurant and hot food offerings at the truck stop, plus fast-dining choices within a brief 5-minute drive along Highway 49.
- Jackson Metropolitan Area: Located approximately 30 miles northwest, making this an ideal staging location for freight entering or bypassing the state capital.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Navigating into the lot is remarkably straightforward thanks to wide-apron curb cuts and dedicated deceleration lanes directly off US Highway 49, a major four-lane divided corridor connecting Interstate 20 in Jackson to Hattiesburg and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The entryways are engineered to accommodate long-wheelbase combinations without curb hopping. Smooth internal circulation routes ensure drivers can easily enter, reverse into designated bays, and exit back onto the highway even during peak traffic hours.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- 24/7 Accessible Parking: Continuous round-the-clock access suited to erratic freight scheduling and mandatory rest breaks.
- Fueling Infrastructure: Comprehensive on-site fueling featuring Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel, regular and premium gasoline, and bulk Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) at the pump.
- Fleet Card Compatibility: Broad commercial payment acceptance including Comdata, EFS, Fleet One, Fuelman, TCH, and T-Chek.
- Driver Conveniences: Well-stocked convenience store, clean restrooms, hot food options, and trucker sundries.
- Digital Reservations: Easy advance booking and payments online via the Truck Parking Club network to lock in daily, weekly, or monthly spots.
Ideal For
- Over-the-Road (OTR) Truckers: Professional drivers seeking a dependable, guaranteed location for DOT mandatory 10-hour breaks or 34-hour resets.
- Regional Fleet Staging: Carrier companies and independent owner-operators requiring secure drop-lot space or overnight staging along the US 49 freight corridor.
- RV and Camper Travelers: Road-trippers piloting large motorhomes and travel trailers looking for easy highway pull-offs with fueling.
- Local Contractors & Hotshot Haulers: Commercial haulers needing spacious temporary vehicle storage close to Simpson County job sites.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Advance booking through the Truck Parking Club digital platform is strongly advised to guarantee your space before evening hours when regional highway lots reach peak capacity. Approach the turn-in slowly from the right lane of US 49 Northbound or Southbound crossovers, ensuring adequate room for trailer tracking. Have your mobile reservation confirmation and unit identification details readily accessible upon arrival for smooth parking verification.
