Hardeman County Northbound Rest Area – US-287

Looking for a break on US-287 northbound near Medicine Mound in Hardeman County, Texas? Hardeman County Northbound Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 20 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 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

The Hardeman County Northbound Rest Area serves northbound traffic on U.S. Route 287 near Medicine Mound, Texas. Closures are announced by the Texas Department of Transportation and on 511, worth a look before a long drive.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the northbound side of US-287 near Medicine Mound in Hardeman County.

Do not confuse it with the separate southbound facility, Hardeman County Rest Area – Southbound, on the other side of the highway.

Parking and amenities

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

Listed amenities include:

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

How long can you stay?

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: 34.268500, -99.630200. 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 US-287 Northbound?

Yes. The TxDOT record identifies it as the northbound facility on U.S. Route 287 near Medicine Mound. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

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.

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.