Eastland County Safety Rest Area Eastbound – I-20

Eastland County Safety Rest Area is a rest area on I-20 eastbound near Ranger in Eastland County, Texas. Reported truck parking: 28 spaces. The next eastbound stop is Van Zandt County Eastbound Rest Area, about 185 miles further along I-20.

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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 (Eastbound)

Previous: Callahan County Eastbound Rest Area ≈ 57 mi along I-20Next: Van Zandt County Eastbound Rest Area ≈ 185 mi along I-20

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-20.

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking28Reported 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

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

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

On Interstate 20 eastbound near Ranger, the Eastland County Safety Rest Area gives travelers in Texas a place to stop. 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

The rest area sits on the eastbound side of I-20 near Ranger in Eastland County. The recorded position is around mile marker 353.

If you would rather drive on, Van Zandt County Eastbound Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 185 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

Truck parking: 28 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

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.

Time limits and overnight parking

Texas allows visitors to stay at a rest area for up to 24 hours. Signs posted at the rest area take precedence. Source: TxDOT (Transp. Code 545.411) (checked November 2026).

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 32.456900, -98.648300. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-20 is this rest area on?

It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 20 near Ranger.

Is truck parking available?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 28 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.

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?

Van Zandt County Eastbound Rest Area, about 185 miles further along I-20 by the official mile markers.