Hardeman County Rest Area Southbound – US-287

US-287 southbound travelers near Medicine Mound in Hardeman County, Texas, can pull in at Hardeman County Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 20 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.

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking20Reported 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✓ Wi-Fi✓ Playground

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Hardeman County Rest Area is a stop for southbound travelers on US-287 near Medicine Mound 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

This is the southbound facility on US-287, near Medicine Mound in Hardeman County.

Heading the other way? Use Hardeman County Northbound Rest Area (northbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 20 truck parking spaces.

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Wi-Fi
  • Playground

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. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: TxDOT (Transp. Code 545.411) (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 34.268200, -99.633700. 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 US-287 is this rest area on?

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

Is truck parking available?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 20 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.

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.