Van Zandt County Eastbound Rest Area – I-20

Looking for a break on I-20 eastbound near Van in Van Zandt County, Texas? Van Zandt County Eastbound Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 15 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 (Eastbound)

Previous: Eastland County Safety Rest Area ≈ 185 mi along I-20

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

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking15Reported 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✓ Public phone

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

The Van Zandt County Eastbound Rest Area serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 20 near Van, Texas. 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 eastbound facility on I-20, near Van in Van Zandt County. The recorded position is around mile marker 538.

Heading the other way? Use Van Zandt County Westbound Rest Area (westbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 15 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
  • Public phone

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.

Parking rules

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: 32.515500, -95.689900. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-20 Eastbound?

Yes. The TxDOT record identifies it as the eastbound facility on Interstate 20 near Van. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.

Can trucks park here?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 15 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.

How long can I park here?

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