Cactus City Rest Area Eastbound – I-10
Cactus City is a rest area on I-10 eastbound near Thousand Palms in Riverside County, California. Reported truck parking: 6 spaces.
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
Not available: Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station.
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground, Visitor information.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On Interstate 10 eastbound near Thousand Palms, the Cactus City Rest Area gives travelers in California a place to stop. Its current operating status has not been verified. Check Caltrans again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
This is the eastbound facility on I-10, near Thousand Palms in Riverside County. It lies 15 miles east of Indio. Caltrans lists it at county postmile 72. Caltrans reference number: 90800046.
The westbound lanes have their own facility, Cactus City Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 6 truck parking spaces.
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
- Accessible facilities
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
- Pet area
Listed as not available: vending machines, public phone, RV dump station.
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Time limits and overnight parking
California allows vehicles to stay at a safety roadside rest area for up to 8 hours in any 24-hour period; the same limit applies to trucks. Camping is not allowed. Always follow the limit posted on site. Source: 21 CCR 2205 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 33.677794, -115.965348. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-10 is this rest area on?
It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 10 near Thousand Palms. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 6 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 there a pet area?
A pet area is listed for this location. Keep pets leashed and follow posted rules.
How long can I park here?
California allows vehicles to stay at a safety roadside rest area for up to 8 hours in any 24-hour period; the same limit applies to trucks. Camping is not allowed. Posted signs on site apply.