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Big Piney Rest Area
Big Piney Rest Area sits on I-40 near Knoxville in Johnson County (mile 67.5), eastbound. Truckers get 9 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. Heading east, the next one is Conway East Rest Area in roughly 65 miles. The nearest large city is Little Rock, AR, 73 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-40 · Eastbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 67.5 |
| Location | Knoxville, Johnson County, Arkansas Directions (35.3684, -93.3455) |
| Amenities | No facility data. A review below helps fill the gap. |
| Truck parking | 9 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: U.S. DOT truck parking data (FHWA, 2019); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-40
Heading eastbound
Conway East Rest Area
about 65 miles · Rest area near Mayflower
Heading westbound
Ozark Rest Area
31 miles · Rest area near Ozark
Food and fuel: Desert Oasis, about 1485 mi
How long can you stay?
No hour limit in Arkansas state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Big Piney Rest Area?
On I-40 eastbound at mile 67.5 near Knoxville in Johnson County, Arkansas. Use the Directions link for navigation.
Which direction does Big Piney Rest Area serve?
Eastbound traffic on I-40.
How far is the next rest stop after Big Piney Rest Area?
Eastbound: Conway East Rest Area, about 65 miles. Westbound: Ozark Rest Area, 31 miles.
Can you sleep at Big Piney Rest Area?
No hour limit in Arkansas state rules that we know of. Posted signs still apply.
Is there truck parking at Big Piney Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 9 spaces for trucks.
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