Hale County Northbound Rest Area – I-27
Looking for a break on I-27 northbound near Abernathy in Hale County, Texas? Hale County Northbound Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 20 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, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Hale County Northbound Rest Area serves northbound traffic on Interstate 27 near Abernathy, Texas. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Texas Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
This is the northbound facility on I-27, near Abernathy in Hale County. You will find it 8 miles south of Hale Center. The recorded position is around mile marker 29.
The southbound lanes have their own facility, Hale County Southbound Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
Parking and amenities
Truck parking: 20 reported spaces (the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law)).
Facilities reported for this location:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. 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: 33.931400, -101.853700. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-27 Northbound?
Yes. The TxDOT record identifies it as the northbound facility on Interstate 27 near Abernathy. The southbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 20 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.
Can I stop here at night?
It is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap. Temporary closures can still happen, so check before travel.
Can I stay overnight at this rest area?
Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Posted signs on site apply.