Painted Cliffs Rest Area – I-40

I-40 travelers in Arizona can pull in at Painted Cliffs Rest Area. It is listed as accessible from both directions of travel.

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Next rest stops on I-40

Driving eastboundManuelito Welcome Center – Eastboundabout 5 mi ahead (estimated) · New Mexico · Mile marker 3

⚠ Long stretch ahead. No other rest stop listed for the next 123 miles westbound on I-40. Plan a break here if you need one.

Driving westboundMeteor Crater Rest Area – Westbound123 mi ahead by the mile markers · Arizona · Mile marker 235

Location map

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

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Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Drinking water

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Painted Cliffs Rest Area is a stop on I-40 in Arizona, reachable from both directions. For closures before a long drive, check 511 or the Arizona Department of Transportation.

Location and driving direction

The rest area is accessible from both directions of I-40. It is listed near mile marker 358. You will find it at exit 359. Follow the "Rest Area" signs as you approach.

Parking and amenities

Listed amenities include:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water

Parking rules

Arizona publishes no statewide time limit for rest areas. ADOT's rest area rules prohibit camping and campfires and ask visitors to keep vehicles in the parking area. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: ADOT Rest Area Rules (DOT page; no rule text found) (checked November 2026).

Coordinates

35.352918, -109.057770

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Frequently asked questions

Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?

Yes, both are included in the amenities listing.