Wichita County Southbound Rest Area – US-287
Looking for a break on US-287 southbound near Iowa Park in Wichita County, Texas? Wichita County Southbound Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 6 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, Picnic tables, Pet area, Vending machines, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Wichita County Southbound Rest Area serves southbound traffic on U.S. Route 287 near Iowa Park, Texas. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Check the Texas Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the southbound side of US-287 near Iowa Park in Wichita County.
Heading the other way? Use Wichita 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 6 truck parking spaces.
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
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.
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: 33.965700, -98.720100. For safe navigation, follow official road signs and make sure the approach matches your direction of travel.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on US-287 Southbound?
Yes. The TxDOT record identifies it as the southbound facility on U.S. Route 287 near Iowa Park. The northbound lanes have a separate facility.
Can trucks park here?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 6 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.