Gray County Westbound Rest Area – I-40

Gray County Westbound Rest Area is a rest area on I-40 westbound near Alanreed in Gray County, Texas. Reported truck parking: 47 spaces. The next westbound stop is Oldham County Westbound Picnic Area, about 115 mi ahead (straight line).

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Current operating status not verified — Location data comes from an inventory record. Confirm with the responsible transportation agency before travel.

Next rest stop on I-40 Westbound

Oldham County Westbound Picnic Areaabout 115 mi ahead (straight line) · Texas

Previous westbound stop: Wheeler County Westbound Picnic Area · about 43 mi back (straight line)

Location map

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

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Reported parking capacity

Truck parking47Reported 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✓ Vending machines✓ Public phone✓ Playground

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

On Interstate 40 westbound near Alanreed, the Gray County Westbound Rest Area gives travelers in Texas a place to stop. 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

The rest area sits on the westbound side of I-40 near Alanreed in Gray County. The recorded position is around mile marker 131.

The next westbound stop on I-40 is Oldham County Westbound Picnic Area, about 115 miles away in a straight line.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 47 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Vending machines
  • Public phone
  • 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.

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: 35.198500, -100.798200. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-40 is this rest area on?

It serves westbound traffic on Interstate 40 near Alanreed.

Is truck parking available?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 47 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.

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.

What is the next stop on I-40?

Oldham County Westbound Picnic Area, about 115 miles ahead in a straight line.