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Meteor Crater Rest Area
Meteor Crater Rest Area sits on I-40 near Moqui in Coconino County (mile 235), westbound. It has 32 truck parking spaces, according to the FHWA truck parking survey. After this, westbound drivers reach Parks Rest Area about 58 miles later. Deer Valley, AZ is the closest big city, about 118 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-40 · Westbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 235 |
| Location | Moqui, Coconino County, Arizona Directions (35.1042, -110.9924) |
| Amenities | Unknown so far; the map data lists no facilities here. |
| Truck parking | 32 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA truck parking survey (2019, published by U.S. DOT); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-40
Heading westbound
Parks Rest Area
about 58 miles · Rest area near Parks
Food and fuel: Desert Oasis, about 365 mi
Heading eastbound
Painted Cliffs Rest Area
about 127 miles · Rest area near Houck
Other side of the highway: Meteor Crater Rest Area (Eastbound).
Overnight parking
No hour limit in Arizona state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply. Tents and camping are off limits.
Legal source: ADOT rest area rules. Arizona overview
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Meteor Crater Rest Area?
On I-40 westbound at mile 235 near Moqui in Coconino County, Arizona. The map link above starts navigation.
Which direction does Meteor Crater Rest Area serve?
Westbound traffic on I-40. Traffic the other way uses Meteor Crater Rest Area.
How far is the next rest stop after Meteor Crater Rest Area?
Westbound: Parks Rest Area, about 58 miles. Eastbound: Painted Cliffs Rest Area, about 127 miles.
Can you sleep at Meteor Crater Rest Area?
No hour limit in Arizona state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply. Tents and camping are off limits.
Is there truck parking at Meteor Crater Rest Area?
Yes, there are 32 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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