Colorado Rest Areas & Rest Stops

We list 27 Colorado rest areas and travel facilities (DOT, turnpike, and private stops) across I-25, I-70, I-76, US-40, US-50, US-160 and US-287. See each location on the interactive map and view amenity indicators so you can find the closest rest area near you.

27
Total rest areas
20
Open 24 hours
22
Pet friendly
11
RV dump

About Colorado Rest Areas

This page lists 27 Colorado rest stops and welcome centers serving travelers on interstates and U.S. routes across the state. Each listing shows the route, mile marker, travel direction, and clear amenity indocators (restroom, truck parking, RV dump, showers, water, picnic areas, Wi-Fi, etc.). Always confirm hours and services with the facility before you visit, especially during winter or construction seasons.

Colorado Rest Areas Location Map

Table of Contents

Interstate I-25 Colorado Rest Areas

CO Interstate 25 El Morro Rest Area - N/S Bidirectional

CO I-25 El Morro Rest Area at mile marker 18 offers N/S bidirectional access on Interstate 25. It features separate truck and vehicle parking, restrooms, and a covered picnic area.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

CO I25 Trinidad Welcome Center - N/S Bidirectional

Located at Mile Marker 13 on Interstate 25 with bidirectional access. Offers a Welcome Center, vehicle parking, and restrooms for travelers.
  • Restroom
  • Water
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

Interstate I-70 Colorado Rest Areas

CO I70 Burlington Welcome Center Westbound

Westbound rest area offering a Welcome Center, vehicle parking, and restrooms. Located at mile marker 437 on Interstate 70 with convenient westbound access.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Arriba Rest Area - Bidirectional

CO I-70 Arriba Rest Area at Mile Marker 383 offers bidirectional access with separate truck and passenger parking, restrooms, picnic area, and an RV dump station.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Genessee Buffalo Herd Pull-Out - Bidirectional

CO I-70 Genessee Buffalo Herd Pull-Out at mile marker 254 offers bidirectional access for eastbound and westbound travelers. This Colorado rest area provides passenger-vehicle parking only, with no additional services.
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Gateway Visitor Center - Bidirectional

The CO I-70 Gateway Visitor Center at mile marker 228 offers bidirectional access, passenger vehicle parking, restrooms, and visitor information. Conveniently located along Interstate 70 for travelers heading east or west.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Vail Pass Rest Area - Bidirectional

CO I-70 Vail Pass Rest Area at Mile Marker 190 offers bidirectional access, restrooms, and separate parking for trucks and passenger vehicles.
  • Restroom
  • Water
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Edwards Rest Area - Bidirectional

Bidirectional rest area on Interstate 70 in Colorado with access from both eastbound and westbound lanes. Amenities include passenger vehicle parking, restrooms, and an RV dump station.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Bair Ranch Rest Area - Bidirectional

CO I-70 Bair Ranch Rest Area (MM 129) offers bidirectional access for both eastbound and westbound traffic. This Colorado rest area provides passenger vehicle parking and restrooms, making it a convenient stop along Interstate 70.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Eagle River Rest Area - Bidirectional

Bidirectional access on Interstate 70 with parking, restrooms, a small museum, and scenic water views. Suitable for passenger vehicles and a convenient stop for travelers heading east or west.
  • Restroom
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Hanging Lake Rest Area - Eastbound

Located at Mile Marker 125 on I-70, this eastbound Colorado rest area offers passenger vehicle parking, restrooms, and access to nearby hiking trails.
  • Restroom
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Grizzly Creek Rest Area - Bidirectional

CO I-70 Grizzly Creek Rest Area at mile marker 121 offers bidirectional access for eastbound and westbound travelers. It provides passenger vehicle parking and clean restrooms for a quick, convenient stop along Colorado’s Interstate 70.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Glenwood Canyon Rest Area - Bidirectional

CO I-70 Glenwood Canyon Rest Area (MM 119) – A bidirectional rest stop accessible via the No Name exit on Interstate 70. Offers truck and passenger vehicle parking and clean restrooms.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Parachute Rest Area - Bidirectional

Bidirectional rest area on Interstate 70 with passenger-vehicle parking, restrooms, and a dog park. Accessible from both eastbound and westbound lanes.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Rifle Rest Area - Bidirectional

CO I-70 Rifle Rest Area (MM 90) offers bidirectional access on Interstate 70 with parking for cars and trucks, restrooms, a dog park, and an RV dump station.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

CO I70 Fruita Welcome Center / Rest Area - Bidirectional

CO I-70 Fruita Welcome Center/Rest Area (MM 19) offers bidirectional access with vehicle parking, restrooms, and an RV dump station. Located along Interstate 70 in Colorado, it serves both eastbound and westbound travelers.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

Interstate I-76 Colorado Rest Areas

CO I76 Julesburg Welcome Center - Bidirectional

Bidirectional access on Interstate 76 with a Welcome Center, restrooms, picnic area, RV dump station, and separate parking for trucks and passenger vehicles.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

CO I76 Sterling Rest Area - Bidirectional

CO I-76 Sterling Rest Area (MM 125) offers bidirectional access for eastbound and westbound travelers. Amenities include separate car and truck parking, restrooms, picnic areas, and an RV dump station.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

CO I76 Wiggins Rest Area - Bidirectional

CO I-76 Wiggins Rest Area offers bidirectional access at Mile Marker 66 (Exits 66A/66B). It provides separate car and truck parking, restrooms, and a picnic area for travelers along Colorado Interstate 76.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

US State US-40 Colorado Rest Areas

CO State Route US40 Hayden Rest Area - Bidirectional

A seasonal, bidirectional rest stop on Colorado State Route US-40 offering passenger vehicle parking, restrooms, and a picnic area.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

US State US-50 Colorado Rest Areas

CO State Route US50 Holly Rest Area - Bidirectional

Bidirectional access on State Route US-50. Seasonal rest stop offering passenger vehicle parking, restrooms, picnic area, and an RV dump station.
  • Restroom
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

US State US-160 Colorado Rest Areas

CO State Route US160 Shaw Creek Rest Area - Bidirectional

Bidirectional rest area on Colorado State Route US-160 with access both eastbound and westbound. Offers passenger vehicle parking, restrooms, and a covered picnic area.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

CO State Route US160 Cortez Rest Area - Bidirectional

CO US-160 Cortez Rest Area (MM 46) offers bidirectional access with passenger vehicle parking, restrooms, and a picnic area. Convenient stop for travelers along Colorado State Route 160.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

US State US-287 Colorado Rest Areas

CO US287 Virginia Dale Rest Area - Bidirectional

Located at mile marker 383 on Colorado US-287 with north/south access. Offers truck and passenger parking, restrooms, and a picnic area.
  • Restroom
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

Safety Tips for Using Colorado Rest Areas

  • Park in well-lit areas and lock your vehicle.

  • Use designated truck parking if you’re driving a commercial vehicle.

  • Keep valuables out of sight and stay aware of surroundings.

  • In winter, watch for closures or limited services on mountain passes; check CDOT traveler alerts.

Travel Tips for Colorado Drivers & Visitors

  • Plan stops along I-25, I-70 and I-76 for frequent services; longer stretches on US-routes may have fewer facilities. 

  • For RV trips, look for the RV dump and water icons before exiting.

  • Truck drivers: note mile markers and nearest exit numbers to confirm legal parking options.

  • Use welcome centers for local maps, brochures and tourist info when entering Colorado.

FAQ

We currently list 27 Colorado rest areas and welcome centers. Each listing shows route, mile marker, direction, and amenity indicators to help you choose the best stop for your trip.

Yes - listings include clear amenity indicator for truck parking, RV dump stations, water, and other services so you can plan stops that fit your vehicle needs.

Colorado rest areas are located along major corridors including I-25, I-70, I-76, US-40, US-50, US-160, and US-287-use the map to see which stops lie on your route.

Yes - official Colorado welcome centers are included and marked separately so you can find visitor info, brochures, and traveler assistance when crossing state lines.

We regularly update amenity indicators and contact details, but hours and services can change-please verify with the facility or official state sources before you travel.

Open the interactive map and click markers to view each location’s route, mile marker, and amenities. Use the map to locate the nearest or next rest area on your route.

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