Wichita County Northbound Rest Area – US-287

US-287 northbound travelers near Iowa Park in Wichita County, Texas, can pull in at Wichita County Northbound Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 10 spaces.

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Location map

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

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking10Reported 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

Wichita County Northbound Rest Area is a stop for northbound travelers on US-287 near Iowa Park in Texas. Before you count on this stop, a quick check of 511 or the Texas Department of Transportation shows any closure.

Location and driving direction

This is the northbound facility on US-287, near Iowa Park in Wichita County.

The southbound lanes have their own facility, Wichita County Southbound Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 10 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. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: TxDOT (Transp. Code 545.411) (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 33.965900, -98.708400. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of US-287 is this rest area on?

It serves northbound traffic on U.S. Route 287 near Iowa Park. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.

Can trucks park here?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 10 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.