Ward County Westbound Rest Area – I-20

I-20 westbound travelers near Pyote in Ward County, Texas, can pull in at Ward County Westbound Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 25 spaces.

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Current operating status not verified — Location data comes from an inventory record. Confirm with the responsible transportation agency before travel.

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Westbound)

Previous: Mitchell County Westbound Rest Area ≈ 135 mi along I-20

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-20.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking25Reported spaces

Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables

Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Ward County Westbound Rest Area is a stop for westbound travelers on I-20 near Pyote in Texas. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Confirm the current situation with the Texas Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the westbound side of I-20 near Pyote in Ward County. TxDOT gives its location as 13 miles west of Monahans. The recorded position is around mile marker 69.

Heading the other way? Use Ward County Eastbound Rest Area (eastbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 25 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Listed amenities include:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Opening hours

Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.

Time limits and overnight parking

Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: TxDOT (Transp. Code 545.411) (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 31.540800, -103.063900. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-20 is this rest area on?

It serves westbound traffic on Interstate 20 near Pyote. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 25 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Are there restrooms and drinking water?

Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

Can I stop here at night?

It is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap. Temporary closures can still happen, so check before travel.

Can I stay overnight at this rest area?

Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Posted signs on site apply.