Rest Stops NearbyUS-82 rest stops in New Mexico
US-82 has 2 rest stops in New Mexico in our directory. The biggest gap, about 42 miles, lies between Dr. John Clarke Rest Area and Maljamar Rest Area. The FHWA survey counted 2 truck spaces here in total.
Eastbound: Dr. John Clarke Rest Area to Maljamar Rest Area
| Rest stop | Side | Mile | Near | Restrooms | Truck spaces | From previous |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Clarke Rest Area | – | – | Artesia | – | – | – |
| Maljamar Rest Area | – | 143 | Maljamar | – | 2 | ≈ 42 mi |
Mile = state mile marker where our sources give one. Distances use mile markers when both stops have one, otherwise the straight-line distance plus 15 % (marked ≈). "–" means we have no data.
Driving westbound
Westbound drivers meet the same list from the other end, beginning at Maljamar Rest Area. Stops marked EB in the table are on the other side of the road; use the ones marked WB or Both.
- Maljamar Rest Area · mile 143 · direction not confirmed
- Dr. John Clarke Rest Area · direction not confirmed
Can you sleep at rest stops in New Mexico?
Time limit: 24 hours
Stays are limited to 24 hours within any 3-day period.
Source: NMSA § 67-8-22, checked October 2026. Posted signs at each site can be stricter, and this is not legal advice.
US-82 beyond New Mexico
Eastbound, it continues in Texas. All US-82 rest stops · All rest areas in New Mexico
Frequently asked questions
How many rest stops are on US-82 in New Mexico?
2 rest stops in our list: 2 reachable eastbound and 2 westbound (counting stops whose direction we could not confirm for both).
What is the longest stretch without a rest stop on US-82 in New Mexico?
About 42 miles, between Dr. John Clarke Rest Area near Artesia and Maljamar Rest Area near Maljamar.
Can you sleep at US-82 rest stops in New Mexico?
Stays are limited to 24 hours within any 3-day period. (NMSA § 67-8-22)