ATA’s Women in Motion Council and Trucker Path have identified the top three women-friendly truck stops in the country based on safety standards and driver ratings. Each location meets all seven criteria developed from input by women drivers, making this list useful for truck drivers looking for stops that handle lighting, security, and facility access better than most.
The announcement was made on April 21 and reflects continued focus on truck stop conditions that affect safety and day-to-day usability on the road.
The seven standards behind the rankings
The Women in Motion designation is based on seven requirements developed from feedback provided by women drivers. To qualify for the Top 3 list, a truck stop had to meet all seven standards and also earn strong user ratings in the Trucker Path app.
The seven standards are
- Lighted parking
- Lighted bathroom access
- Lighted lounge areas
- Lighted showers
- Lighted laundry facilities
- 24-hour maintenance
- On-site security
These standards are centered on the conditions drivers say matter most when choosing where to stop.
The top three truck stops on the list
The three highest-rated locations are
- Compass Travel Center in DeMotte, Indiana
- Garden Inn Truck Plaza in Mound City, Missouri
- Talent Truck Stop in Talent, Oregon
Compass Travel Center also ranked number 25 on Trucker Path’s broader Top 100 Truck Stops list.
How Trucker Path is tracking these features
Trucker Path added Women in Motion-specific search functionality in 2024, giving drivers the ability to filter truck stops based on these safety-focused features.
Since then, more than 12,000 truck stops have added information about at least one Women in Motion-friendly feature, and nearly 250 locations now offer all seven.
The Women in Motion section of the app has been accessed more than 64 million times, showing how widely this information is being used.
Why this list matters to truck drivers
Access to safe parking remains a leading challenge, according to WIM and Industry leaders, who say improvements in lighting, security, and facility access are critical to driver well-being, not just convenience.
That makes lists like this more than recognition. They give drivers another way to plan stops around the conditions that matter once the truck is parked.
Nikki Thomas, ATA vice president of industry affairs, said expanding safe stopping options has been a key focus for the group, noting that partnerships with platforms like Trucker Path have encouraged truck stop operators to upgrade amenities.
How drivers can use this information
Drivers can use the Trucker Path app to search routes and filter for Women in Motion-friendly features. Truck stop operators can also add or update their amenity profiles within the platform.
For drivers, that means the app can be used to identify locations that meet these standards before the next stop is locked in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a truck stop women-friendly, according to WIM?
It must meet seven standards tied to lighting, facility access, maintenance, and on-site security.
Which truck stops made the Top 3 list?
Compass Travel Center in Indiana, Garden Inn Truck Plaza in Missouri, and Talent Truck Stop in Oregon.
How were these truck stops selected?
They had to meet all seven Women in Motion standards and receive strong ratings in the Trucker Path app.
Can these features be searched in Trucker Path?
Yes. Trucker Path added Women in Motion-specific search functionality in 2024.
How many truck stops now offer all seven features?
Nearly 250 locations now offer all seven.
Truck stops that meet all seven standards stand out because they align with the conditions women drivers identified as most important. For any driver planning a stop, that makes this list is worth paying attention to.
The Truck Drivers USA editorial team creates practical, driver-focused content covering industry updates, job insights, and real-world topics that impact drivers on the road.
Last updated: April 24, 2026
Source: Heavy Duty Trucking
