US
Texas
Hartley

US 87 & 395 Roadside Picnic Area

On US 87 & 385, Hartley, Texas 79044 USA

Independent

Description

March 27th, 2020: RVer report confirms reports from Mar 2018 & earlier, & info provided by TX DOT. State of Texas allows parking for up to 24 hours in Roadside Picnic Areas unless there is signage to the contrary. Two separate parking areas, both parallel to & separated from highway, far enough to be relatively quiet; one RVer reports some train traffic on RR tracks on W side of hwy. Level, unlighted, appears safe. Four sheltered picnic tables, trash barrels; no other known amenities.

Directions

On E (NB) side of US 87 & 395, ~ 1.5 mi N of jct with SR 807 in Hartley, TX. Crossovers allow easy access by SB traffic as well.

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Reviewed by
Michelle

47 Reviews
7 Helpful

November 09, 2023

Rated 4.0

Very nice, large parking area... big enough for numerous oversized vehicles. Road noise fairly negligible.

Yes, as of this date, the train came through 3x during the night, and due to the roadway that crossed the tracks, they had to sound the horn. Honestly it wasn't too bad, but yes, we heard it each time.

All in all I was pleased with this pull out and will add several photos.

IMPORTANT NOTE for OVERSIZED VEHICLES:
If you are heading south and pull in with an oversized vehicle, it would be best to use the lot closest to the highway, as there is an exit at the end to continue your southbound travel.

IF YOU PARK in the lot farthest from the road you must turn around WITHIN THE LOT as there is no exit at the end (it's the incoming lane from Northbound traffic). In our case it was no problem as the lot was not full in the morning, but it certainly could have caused a headache if all of the big rigs that had used the lot during the night were still there when we were ready to leave.

Added bonus:
There is a great LONG straight dirt farm road for walking or running if that is important for you. I did a nice 5k and got to enjoy a stunning Texas sunrise.

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