Van Zandt County Westbound Rest Area – I-20

I-20 westbound travelers near Van in Van Zandt County, Texas, can pull in at Van Zandt County Westbound Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 15 spaces. The next westbound stop is Eastland County Safety Rest Area, about 179 miles further along I-20.

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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: Texas Travel Information Center at Waskom ≈ 96 mi along I-20Next: Eastland County Safety Rest Area ≈ 179 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

Van Zandt County Westbound Rest Area is a stop for westbound travelers on I-20 near Van in Texas. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Check the Texas Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the westbound lanes of I-20, near Van in Van Zandt County. It is listed near mile marker 538.

The eastbound lanes have their own facility, Van Zandt County Eastbound Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.

If you would rather drive on, Eastland County Safety Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 179 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

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

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Public phone

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Opening hours

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

Parking rules

Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: TxDOT (Transp. Code 545.411) (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 32.513300, -95.679600. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.

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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 Van. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

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.

Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?

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

Is this rest area open 24 hours?

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.

Where is the next rest stop?

Eastland County Safety Rest Area, about 179 miles further along I-20 by the official mile markers.