Navarro County Northbound Rest Area – I-45
On I-45 northbound near Richland in Navarro County, Texas, Navarro County Northbound Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 28 spaces.
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, 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
Drivers heading north on I-45 near Richland, Texas, can take a break at the Navarro County Northbound Rest Area. Its current operating status has not been verified. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Texas Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
This is the northbound facility on I-45, near Richland in Navarro County. The recorded position is around mile marker 216.
Do not confuse it with the separate southbound facility, Navarro County Southbound Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 28 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
- Playground
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Opening hours
The rest area is listed as accessible 24 hours a 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: 31.904700, -96.383200. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-45 Northbound?
Yes. The TxDOT record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 45 near Richland. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 28 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.