Cozad Rest Area Eastbound – I-80
Cozad Rest Area is a rest area on I-80 eastbound near Cozad in Dawson County, Nebraska. Reported truck parking: 7 spaces. The next eastbound stop is Kearney Rest Area, about 42 miles further along I-80.
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 80 eastbound near Cozad, the Cozad Rest Area gives travelers in Nebraska a place to stop. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Nebraska Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the eastbound side of I-80 near Cozad in Dawson County. The recorded position is around mile marker 226.73.
The westbound lanes have their own facility, Cozad Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
If you would rather drive on, Kearney Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 42 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 7 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Picnic tables
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 40.815733, -99.914090. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-80 is this rest area on?
It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 80 near Cozad. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 7 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Where is the next rest stop?
Kearney Rest Area, about 42 miles further along I-80 by the official mile markers.