Alpowa Summit Safety Rest Area Westbound – US-12
On US-12 westbound near Pomeroy in Garfield County, Washington, Alpowa Summit Safety Rest Area offers a place to stop. Reported truck parking: 4 spaces. The next westbound stop is Bevin Lake Safety Rest Area, about 287 miles further along US-12.
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
Not available: Drinking water.
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
Drivers heading west on US-12 near Pomeroy, Washington, can take a break at the Alpowa Summit Safety Rest Area. Whether it is open right now has not been confirmed. Check the Washington Department of Transportation again before stopping: operating conditions can change.
Location and driving direction
This is the westbound facility on US-12, near Pomeroy in Garfield County. It is listed near mile marker 413.45.
Do not confuse it with the separate eastbound facility, Alpowa Summit Safety Rest Area, on the other side of the highway.
If you would rather drive on, Bevin Lake Safety Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 287 miles ahead by the mile markers.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 4 truck parking spaces.
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Picnic tables
Listed as not available: drinking water.
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Time limits and overnight parking
Washington allows 8 hours in any 24-hour period; commercial vehicles may stay up to one hour beyond their federally required rest period. Camping is prohibited. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: RCW 47.38.020 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 46.436286, -117.424708. 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-12 Westbound?
Yes. The WSDOT record identifies it as the westbound facility on U.S. Route 12 near Pomeroy. The eastbound lanes have a separate facility.
Is truck parking available?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 4 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Are there restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Can I stay overnight at this rest area?
Washington allows 8 hours in any 24-hour period; commercial vehicles may stay up to one hour beyond their federally required rest period. Camping is prohibited. Posted signs on site apply.
What is the next stop on US-12?
Bevin Lake Safety Rest Area, about 287 miles further along US-12 by the official mile markers.