Sentinel Rest Area Eastbound – I-8
Sentinel Rest Area is a rest area on I-8 eastbound near Sentinel in Maricopa County, Arizona. Reported truck parking: 12 spaces, plus 42 car 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
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
On Interstate 8 eastbound near Sentinel, the Sentinel Rest Area gives travelers in Arizona a place to stop. Its current operating status has not been verified. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Arizona Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
This is the eastbound facility on I-8, near Sentinel in Maricopa County. The recorded position is around mile marker 84.
Do not confuse it with the separate westbound facility, Sentinel Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.
Parking and amenities
Reported capacity: 42 spaces for cars and 12 for trucks (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 32.849900, -113.265100. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of I-8 is this rest area on?
It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 8 near Sentinel. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 12 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.