Polk County Southbound Rest Area – US-59
Polk County Southbound Rest Area is a rest area on US-59 southbound near Leggett in Polk County, Texas. Reported truck parking: 30 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, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Playground.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
On U.S. Route 59 southbound near Leggett, the Polk County Southbound Rest Area gives travelers in Texas a place to stop. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Confirm the current situation with the Texas Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the southbound side of US-59 near Leggett in Polk County.
Heading the other way? Use Polk County Northbound Rest Area (northbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 30 truck parking spaces.
According to the available records, you will find:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
- Vending machines
These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.
Opening hours
Listed opening hours: 24 hours a day, every 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: 30.840100, -94.860900. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which side of US-59 is this rest area on?
It serves southbound traffic on U.S. Route 59 near Leggett. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 30 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?
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.