Kansas's I-70 welcome center at mile marker eight doubles as an overnight stop for travelers crossing the high plains. The rest area sits directly off the interstate near St. Francis, functioning as a free, one-night-only parking area rather than a developed campground. Highway noise is a consistent reality here: reviews mention both interstate traffic and idling semi trucks in the adjacent trucking lanes. Most campers report it does not disrupt sleep significantly, especially after a long day on the road.
The site includes restrooms open 24 hours, covered picnic tables, grills, water hand pumps, trash cans, vending machines, and a dump station with water hookups. Overnight parking is restricted to the designated road surface. Vehicles may not park on the grass. The welcome center building opens from 8 AM to 5 PM and offers free coffee. The Goodland Travel Center I-70 is located less than a mile east along the same corridor for travelers wanting a nearby alternative.
The campground draws a practical crowd: cross-country road trippers, solo travelers, and RV travelers moving between Colorado and points east. Susan R. describes it as "a good stop for waiting out a storm overnight." Campers also note the open Kansas sky produces dark, clear nights with wide sightlines in every direction. This stop works best for travelers who need a no-cost, functional overnight on a long interstate haul and are comfortable with roadside ambient noise.
Description
Overnight Camping Permitted for 1 night
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsGoodland Rest Area I-70 is located in Kansas near St. Francis
Coordinates
39.33063917265722 N
101.91546648097585 W
OVERNIGHT PARKING
Overnight parking includes places that allow free one-night stays. Always confirm with local managers at commercial establishments. Please respect any posted overnight regulations.
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 18 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 26 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 56 min from Pueblo, CO
- 3 hrs 7 min from Greeley, CO

















