Exit 48 Truck Stops and Services | I-19 AZ

Positioned along the key trade corridor connecting Tucson to the Mariposa Port of Entry at the Mexican border, Exit 48 (arivaca rd amado) on interstate 19 provides Class 8 commercial truck drivers with a critical rural transit point in Southern Arizona. While this interchange predominantly serves regional agricultural routes, cattle ranches, and local traffic heading toward Arivaca, heavy-haul operators must plan ahead due to limited industrial infrastructure directly at the ramp. Navigating this segment of the metric-posted highway requires close monitoring of Hours of Service, as dedicated truck stops and repair hubs are situated further along the interstate in Rio Rico, Nogales, or Tucson.

Nearby Towns and Trucking Facilities

Serving Amado, Arivaca, and the surrounding cattle and agricultural centers, Exit 48 provides vital access to rural supply points and county infrastructure.

Driver Amenities and Rest Needs

Facilities include commercial truck stops, cafes, truck scales, and driver rest areas suited for long-haul staging.

Regulatory and Operational Information

Drivers must ensure vehicle inspection and logbook compliance according to FMCSA guidelines.

Fuel and Equipment Services

No dedicated commercial truck fuel stations or heavy-duty semi-truck repair shops exist directly at Exit 48 (Arivaca Rd) in Amado. Class 8 drivers needing diesel lanes, high-flow fuel pumps, or emergency heavy truck repair should utilize nearby facilities along Interstate 19:

• Pilot Travel Center #279 - 769 E Frontage Rd, Rio Rico, AZ 85648 (I-19 Exit 12, approx. 36 miles south). Phone: (520) 377-0001. Visit Website
• Love's Travel Stop #350 - 739 E Frontage Rd, Nogales, AZ 85621 (I-19 Exit 12, approx. 36 miles south). Phone: (520) 281-0000. Visit Website
• Tucson Truck Repair and Towing, LLC - Green Valley / Tucson, AZ (Mobile 24/7 heavy-duty truck and trailer repair covering I-19). Phone: (520) 665-9550. Visit Website

Parking and Staging

There are no dedicated commercial truck parking lots or staging yards located directly at Exit 48 in Amado. Drivers requiring official staging or HOS rest breaks can utilize nearby DOT rest areas and travel plazas along Interstate 19:

• Canoa Ranch Rest Area (ADOT - Northbound and Southbound) - I-19 Milepost 53 / KM 53, Green Valley, AZ 85614 (approx. 5 miles north of Exit 48). Amenities: Designated commercial truck parking spaces, unpaved overflow truck staging, real-time parking availability sensors, restrooms, and shaded picnic tables.
• Pilot Travel Center #279 - 769 E Frontage Rd, Rio Rico, AZ 85648 (I-19 Exit 12). Amenities: Dedicated overnight commercial truck parking, CAT scale, diesel lanes, driver showers, and 24/7 store access.
• Love's Travel Stop #350 - 739 E Frontage Rd, Nogales, AZ 85621 (I-19 Exit 12). Amenities: Overnight truck parking, CAT scale, bulk DEF, showers, laundry facilities, and Wi-Fi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Exit 48 have dedicated commercial truck parking?

Yes, the Amado Truck Stop offers dedicated space for Class 8 vehicles.

Can oversized loads exit at Arivaca Road?

Ramp design allows normal oversized maneuvers, but rural roads west have restrictions.

Are trailer washout services nearby?

Cattle and trailer washouts are available nearby in the Amado rural district.