Picnic Area
I-40 Eastbound · ≈ MM 31 · Exit 28 (2.4 mi) · near Vega, Texas
Amenities
- Picnic area
Not recorded: Restrooms · Accessible restrooms · Drinking water · Vending machines · Pet area · Playground · Truck parking · EV charging · Wi-Fi · Dump station · Visitor information · Scenic view
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Traveling westbound? Picnic Area is on the other side of I-40.
All rest areas on I-40 →About Picnic Area
Picnic Area is a rest area on I-40 eastbound in Texas, about 2.4 miles from Exit 28, at about mile 31, near Vega. It has picnic tables. The next rest area eastbound is Texas Travel Information Center at Amarillo and Safety Rest Area, about 44 miles ahead.
It serves eastbound traffic only – if you're heading the other way, use Picnic Area on the opposite side of I-40.
It's one of 215 rest areas and welcome centers in Texas, 43 of which have truck parking. See all Texas rest areas on the state page.
The nearest truck stop is Pilot near Vega, approx. 4.8 miles away.
Parking Rules
Unknown – check posted signs. We haven't verified Texas's overnight rule yet.
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Is Picnic Area open 24 hours?
Yes, Picnic Area is open 24 hours, 7 days a week according to our data. If it's closed for maintenance, the closure is shown at the top of this page.
Does Picnic Area have truck parking?
Truck parking isn't recorded for Picnic Area. The nearest truck stop is Pilot near Vega (approx. 4.8 mi).
What is the next rest area after Picnic Area on I-40 eastbound?
The next stop eastbound is Texas Travel Information Center at Amarillo and Safety Rest Area, about 44 miles ahead near Exit 75. The previous one is Eastbound Picnic Area (19 miles back).
Where is Picnic Area located?
Picnic Area is on I-40 eastbound at about mile 31 near Exit 28, close to Vega, Texas. GPS coordinates: 35.25925, -102.50816.
Where do westbound drivers stop?
Yes – drivers heading westbound use Picnic Area on the other side of I-40. Rest areas on divided highways serve one direction, so check the direction before you navigate.