Ward County Eastbound Rest Area – I-20

Looking for a break on I-20 eastbound near Pyote in Ward County, Texas? Ward County Eastbound Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 25 spaces. The next eastbound stop is Howard County Eastbound Rest Area, about 122 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)

Next: Howard County Eastbound Rest Area ≈ 122 mi along I-20

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

Reported parking capacity

Truck parking25Reported 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✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables

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 Ward County Eastbound Rest Area serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 20 near Pyote, Texas. 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

This is the eastbound facility on I-20, near Pyote in Ward County. It lies 13 miles west of Monahans. It is listed near mile marker 69.

The westbound lanes have their own facility, Ward County Westbound Rest Area; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.

Further along I-20, Howard County Eastbound Rest Area follows after roughly 122 miles.

Parking and amenities

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 25 truck parking spaces.

Facilities reported for this location:

  • Restrooms
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables

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: 31.538100, -103.071700. 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-20 Eastbound?

Yes. The TxDOT record identifies it as the eastbound facility on Interstate 20 near Pyote. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.

How many truck spaces are there?

The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 25 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.

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.

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.

What is the next stop on I-20?

Howard County Eastbound Rest Area, about 122 miles further along I-20 by the official mile markers.