Interstate I-40 Arkansas Rest Areas & Rest Stops

This page covers 10 I-40 rest areas in Arkansas and helps you find the closest rest area info along I-40. Use the interactive map to locate stops, check amenity indicators (restrooms, RV dump, showers, truck parking), and plan safe breaks on your route.

10
Total rest areas
8
Open 24 hours
7
Pet friendly
2
RV dump

About Interstate I-40 Arkansas Rest Areas

Interstate 40 runs roughly 285 miles across Arkansas, connecting the Oklahoma border to the Tennessee line – and serving major corridors, freight routes, and regional travelers. The I-40 rest stops covered here include DOT-maintained interstate rest areas and welcome centers with mile markers, directional info, and contact details where available. Use the map to see each stop’s location and quick amenity indicators.

Interstate I-40 Arkansas Rest Areas Location Map

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Interstate I-40 Arkansas Rest Areas

AR I40 West Memphis Welcome Center - Westbound MM 278

AR I-40 West Memphis Welcome Center (MM 278) is a westbound Arkansas rest area near Exit 279A, offering separate truck and passenger parking, restrooms, water, and picnic tables.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

AR I40 Forrest City Rest Area - Westbound

Located at Mile Marker 242 on I-40 Westbound in Forrest City, this Arkansas Rest Area offers separate truck and passenger parking, restrooms, water, and picnic tables.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

AR I40 White River Rest Area - Westbound

AR I-40 White River Rest Area (Westbound) — Located at Mile Marker 199 on Interstate 40 in Arkansas. Offers westbound access with separate truck and passenger parking and clean restrooms.
  • Restroom
  • Water
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

AR I40 Big Piney Rest Area - Westbound

Located at Mile Marker 72 on I-40 Westbound in Arkansas, the Big Piney Rest Area offers separate truck and passenger parking and clean restrooms, providing a convenient stop for travelers.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

AR I40 Forrest City Rest Area - Eastbound

AR I-40 Forrest City Rest Area (MM 235, Eastbound) offers separate truck and passenger parking, restrooms, water, and picnic tables. Easily accessible from Interstate 40 in Arkansas.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

AR I40 Ozark Rest Area - Westbound

AR I-40 Ozark Rest Area (Westbound) near Mile Marker 36 offers separate truck and passenger parking, restrooms, and picnic tables. Easily accessible from Interstate 40 Westbound in Arkansas.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

AR I40 White River Rest Area - Eastbound

AR I-40 White River Rest Area (Eastbound), at Mile Marker 199, offers easy eastbound access on Interstate 40. Facilities include separate truck and passenger parking and clean restrooms.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

AR I40 Big Piney Rest Area - Eastbound

AAR I-40 Big Piney Rest Area (Eastbound, Mile 67) – Accessible rest area with wheelchair-friendly parking, entrance, and restrooms. Offers clean facilities, vending machines, picnic spots, and free on-site parking—ideal for stretching and short walks.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Food
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

AR I40 Ozark Rest Area - Eastbound

AAR I-40 Ozark Rest Area (Eastbound) at Mile Marker 36 offers separate truck and passenger parking, clean restrooms, and easy eastbound access on Arkansas Interstate 40.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • Wheelchair access

AR I40 Van Buren Welcome Center - Eastbound

AR I-40 Van Buren Welcome Center (Eastbound) at Mile Marker 2 offers restrooms, water, picnic tables, and separate parking for trucks and passenger vehicles. Easily accessible from Interstate 40 Eastbound in Arkansas.
  • Restroom
  • Vending machine
  • Water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Car parking
  • Truck parking
  • RV dump
  • Wheelchair access

Safety Tips for Using Interstate I-40 Arkansas Rest Areas

  • Prefer well-lit rest areas and those with truck parking for overnight stops.
  • Lock your vehicle and keep valuables out of sight.
  • Park in marked spaces—avoid shoulders or unofficial turnouts.
  • Report suspicious activity via facility phone or local authorities; phone/contact details are listed with each stop.

Travel Tips for Interstate I-40 Arkansas Drivers & Visitors

  • Go to the map section to find the next rest stop near you and get the direction link.
  • Truck drivers: look for the truck-parking indicator to plan compliant breaks.
  • RV travelers: check the RV dump indicator and large-vehicle parking before exiting.
  • If a welcome center is nearby, it’s a good spot for local info, brochures, and cleaner facilities.

FAQ

This page lists 10 I-40 rest areas and welcome centers in Arkansas, each with amenity indicators, mile markers, direction, and a map to plan your stop.

Use the interactive I-40 Arkansas map on this page - it shows the closest rest stop and the next rest area along your route.

Yes - several I-40 rest areas include designated truck parking. Look for the truck-parking indicator on each listing or search 'truck parking near me' on the map to find suitable truck stop locations.

Some stops and nearby private truck stops provide RV dump stations or shower facilities. Check each listing’s amenity icons on the map for RV dump and shower availability before you exit.

Each listing shows route, mile marker, traffic direction, ownership (DOT/turnpike/private when available), phone/website if listed, opening hours, and amenity indicators such as restrooms, parking types, vending, pet areas, and Wi-Fi.

Many DOT-operated interstate rest area restrooms are available around the clock, though welcome center buildings and some services may have limited hours - check the listed opening hours for each location.

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