Knotts Picnic Area Southbound – US-87
On US-87 southbound in Texas, Knotts Picnic Area offers a place to stop.
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsFacilities and amenities
Facilities have not been individually confirmed in the available structured record.
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Restrooms, Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Drinking water, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this picnic area
Drivers heading south on US-87 in Texas can take a break at the Knotts Picnic Area. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Check the Texas Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
The picnic area sits on the southbound side of US-87.
Parking rules
Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Posted signs at this picnic area can set a different limit. Source: TxDOT (Transp. Code 545.411) (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 32.428201, -101.596769. Use them as a reference only; follow the posted signs to the entrance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this picnic area on US-87 Southbound?
Yes. The record lists it as the southbound facility on U.S. Route 87.
Can I stay overnight at this picnic area?
Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Posted signs on site apply.