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Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area
Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area sits on I-40 near Cuervo in Guadalupe County (mile 302), eastbound. Truckers get 10 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. OpenStreetMap lists restrooms and drinking water. The next stop east is I-40 Rest Area near Vega, about 86 miles on. It is about 137 miles (straight line) from Albuquerque, NM.
| Highway | I-40 · Eastbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 302 |
| Location | Cuervo, Guadalupe County, New Mexico Directions (35.0694, -104.2390) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water |
| Truck parking | 10 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey); OpenStreetMap volunteers for the facilities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-40
Heading eastbound
I-40 Rest Area near Vega
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Heading westbound
Anton Chico Rest Area
about 51 miles · Rest area near Santa Rosa
Food and fuel: Desert Oasis, about 802 mi
Other side of the highway: Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area (Westbound).
Overnight parking
You can stay up to 24 hours here, per New Mexico rules.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area?
On I-40 eastbound at mile 302 near Cuervo in Guadalupe County, New Mexico. The Directions link opens the spot in Google Maps.
Which direction does Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area serve?
Eastbound traffic on I-40. Traffic the other way uses Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area.
Does Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area?
Eastbound: I-40 Rest Area near Vega, about 86 miles. Westbound: Anton Chico Rest Area, about 51 miles.
Can you sleep at Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area?
You can stay up to 24 hours here, per New Mexico rules.
Is there truck parking at Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area?
Yes. The federal survey counted 10 spaces for trucks.
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