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Forrest City Rest Area
Forrest City Rest Area is a rest area on I-40 westbound in Arkansas, at mile 242.6 near Forrest City. A federal truck parking survey counted 30 spaces for big rigs here. The next stop west is White River Rest Area, about 44 miles on. The nearest large city is Memphis, TN, 41 miles in a straight line.
| Highway | I-40 · Westbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 242.6 |
| Location | Forrest City, St. Francis County, Arkansas Directions (35.0385, -90.7592) |
| Amenities | We have no confirmed amenities for this stop. |
| Truck parking | 30 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey); map data from OpenStreetMap. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-40
Heading westbound
White River Rest Area
about 44 miles · Rest area near De Valls Bluff
Food and fuel: Desert Oasis, about 1661 mi
Heading eastbound
I-40 Rest Area at Mile 73
about 121 miles · Rest area in Tennessee
How long can you stay?
Arkansas sets no statewide hour limit we could find, so the signs at the entrance decide.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Forrest City Rest Area?
On I-40 westbound at mile 242.6 near Forrest City in St. Francis County, Arkansas. The map link above starts navigation.
Which direction does Forrest City Rest Area serve?
Westbound traffic on I-40.
How far is the next rest stop after Forrest City Rest Area?
Westbound: White River Rest Area, about 44 miles. Eastbound: I-40 Rest Area at Mile 73, about 121 miles.
Can you sleep at Forrest City Rest Area?
Arkansas sets no statewide hour limit we could find, so the signs at the entrance decide.
Is there truck parking at Forrest City Rest Area?
Yes, there are 30 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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