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Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area
Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area sits on I-40 near Cuervo in Guadalupe County (mile 302), westbound. A federal truck parking survey counted 16 spaces for big rigs here. On record: restrooms and drinking water. Heading west, the next one is Anton Chico Rest Area in roughly 52 miles. Amarillo, TX is the closest big city, about 137 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-40 · Westbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 302 |
| Location | Cuervo, Guadalupe County, New Mexico Directions (35.0680, -104.2386) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water |
| Truck parking | 16 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey); amenities from OpenStreetMap (October 2026). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-40
Heading westbound
Anton Chico Rest Area
about 52 miles · Rest area near Santa Rosa
Food and fuel: Desert Oasis, about 802 mi
Heading eastbound
I-40 Rest Area near Vega
about 86 miles · Rest area in Texas
Other side of the highway: Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area (Eastbound).
How long can you stay?
The time limit at New Mexico rest areas is 24 hours.
Legal source: NMSA § 67-8-22. More on New Mexico rules
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area?
On I-40 westbound at mile 302 near Cuervo in Guadalupe County, New Mexico. Coordinates are in the table above.
Which direction does Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area serve?
Westbound 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?
Westbound: Anton Chico Rest Area, about 52 miles. Eastbound: I-40 Rest Area near Vega, about 86 miles.
Can you sleep at Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area?
The time limit at New Mexico rest areas is 24 hours.
Is there truck parking at Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area?
Yes, there are 16 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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