Vail Pass has a new rest area for people heading to the mountains. Here’s what you can expect to find.

EAGLE COUNTY, Colo. — Travelers heading to and from the mountains will find a new place to rest along Interstate 70, according to state transportation officials.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) on Tuesday held an unveiling ceremony for the reconstructed Vail Pass rest area – a project more than two years in the making.

“Vail Pass is more than just a road, it’s a gateway to our mountain communities, our tourism economy and the Colorado lifestyle,” said CDOT Executive Director Shoshana Lew. “This new rest area makes travel safer and more welcoming for everyone who comes through our state, from truckers to families on vacation.”

The revamped rest area offers expanded and safer parking for cars and trucks, fully accessible restrooms and amenities, and sustainable design fea