Colorado County Westbound Rest Area – I-10

On I-10 westbound near Glidden in Colorado County, Texas, Colorado County Westbound Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 23 spaces. The next westbound stop is Guadalupe County Westbound Rest Area, about 70 miles further along I-10.

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

Location map

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

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Westbound)

Previous: Chambers County Westbound Rest Area ≈ 123 mi along I-10Next: Guadalupe County Westbound Rest Area ≈ 70 mi along I-10

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-10.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking23Reported 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✓ Accessible facilities✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables✓ Vending machines

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Drivers heading west on I-10 near Glidden, Texas, can take a break at the Colorado County Westbound Rest Area. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Texas Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.

Location and driving direction

You reach it from the westbound lanes of I-10, near Glidden in Colorado County. It lies 4.5 miles west of Columbus. The recorded position is around mile marker 692.

The eastbound lanes have their own facility, Colorado County Eastbound Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.

The next westbound stop is Guadalupe County Westbound Rest Area, about 70 miles further along I-10.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 23 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Accessible facilities
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Vending machines

Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.

Opening hours

The rest area is listed as accessible 24 hours a day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.

How long can you stay?

Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: TxDOT (Transp. Code 545.411) (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 29.693500, -96.607000. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this rest area on I-10 Westbound?

Yes. The TxDOT record identifies it as the westbound facility on Interstate 10 near Glidden. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 23 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.

How long can I park here?

Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Posted signs on site apply.

Where is the next rest stop?

Guadalupe County Westbound Rest Area, about 70 miles further along I-10 by the official mile markers.