Picnic Area
I-10 Eastbound · Exit 527 (2.3 mi) · near Waring, 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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No rest area for the next 65 miles eastbound – plan your break here.
Traveling westbound? Picnic Area is on the other side of I-10.
All rest areas on I-10 →About Picnic Area
Picnic Area is a rest area on I-10 eastbound in Texas, about 2.3 miles from Exit 527, near Waring. It has picnic tables. The next rest area eastbound is Guadalupe County Eastbound Rest Area, about 65 miles ahead.
It serves eastbound traffic only – if you're heading the other way, use Picnic Area on the opposite side of I-10.
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 Love's Travel Stop near Comfort, approx. 6.4 miles away.
Parking Rules
Unknown – check posted signs. We haven't verified Texas's overnight rule yet.
Can you sleep at rest areas in Texas? →FAQ
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 Love's Travel Stop near Comfort (approx. 6.4 mi).
What is the next rest area after Picnic Area on I-10 eastbound?
The next stop eastbound is Guadalupe County Eastbound Rest Area, about 65 miles ahead near Exit 619. The previous one is Kerr County Eastbound Rest Area (15 miles back).
Where is Picnic Area located?
Picnic Area is on I-10 eastbound near Exit 527, close to Waring, Texas. GPS coordinates: 29.91317, -98.83076.
Where do westbound drivers stop?
Yes – drivers heading westbound use Picnic Area on the other side of I-10. Rest areas on divided highways serve one direction, so check the direction before you navigate.