Watering Trough Rest Area Northbound – US-40
US-40 northbound travelers in Pennsylvania can pull in at Watering Trough Rest Area.
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from OpenStreetMap. This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Restrooms, Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
Watering Trough Rest Area is a stop for northbound travelers on US-40 in Pennsylvania. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Confirm the current situation with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
This is the northbound facility on US-40.
Parking and amenities
Car parking: 12 reported spaces (OpenStreetMap).
Facilities reported for this location:
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Availability of individual amenities can change.
How long can you stay?
Pennsylvania limits stays to 2 hours in a 24-hour period, or the posted limit; sleeping is allowed only in a legally parked vehicle and overnight camping is prohibited. Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: 67 Pa. Code 443.2 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 39.859694, -79.662158. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of US-40 is this rest area on?
It serves northbound traffic on U.S. Route 40.
Is drinking water available?
Yes, drinking water is included in the amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Can I stay overnight at this rest area?
Pennsylvania limits stays to 2 hours in a 24-hour period, or the posted limit; sleeping is allowed only in a legally parked vehicle and overnight camping is prohibited. Turnpike service plazas have their own rules. Posted signs on site apply.