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I tried camping at Walmart about three years ago and there were other RVs there and I was asked to leave I’m not sure the reason because I did not do anything to be asked to leave and that would be very nice if they let myself go to Walmart once in a while but I don’t know what the reason I’m sure it was a good run and I hope I’m treated more friendly at my next stop thank you for your information and for allowing me to leave a c call comments
**parking, not camping. Please do not spend prolonged periods there as many stores don't like it. Depending on location, some of them consider RVs to be an eyesore.
Having been a across country trucker for 40 years,Walmarts are a blessing,Lets respect them always with keeping everything on the clean side and no foot prints. love your show
Thanks for emphasizing the importance of being good citizens and good guest while at Wal-Mart parking lots and other places. Not attracting any attention to yourself and your rig by not setting up camp is only being respectful. I also like the idea of shopping where you overnight park and supporting the business that has offered the opportunity for you to rest without charging you a fee. If everyone would follow the recommendations that you highlighted maybe the opportunities for such overnight parking will expand instead of diminish. Thanks for taking the time to create the video.
How can you not listen to two blessed persons with beautiful blue eyes? Your interaction with each other is delightfully humorous! Know how lucky/fortunate you both are!... Oh,,, Nice trailer by the way. Air streams are in a class and have an heir all there own. "classy" Common scene is the theme for this subject.Thanks!
great info. One more thing that is good to remember. All Walmart stores have trucks delivering at night. Just make sure that you are not near the loading dock or in their way
My wife Wanda and I are very long time RVers. Our first trailer we purchased used. It was a 22 ft. Fireball. We will be married 52 years April 23rd and our children were two and four years old at that time. Things have change built camp grounds after the war. There was little work back then so the government developed a work party program to build camp grounds called forest camps. The camp grounds were always free to the public to use. Other campers were always very courteous and friendly. Sharing a camp fire was quite common. The users of the forest camps always left a clean camp site. The rangers would normally stop by to say hello and would always sit and have coffee with us and tell us where the fish were planted in the river. My son caught his first limit of trout at three years old with a little help from dad. Great memories. My son and daughter now do much of their camping on the same little Natches river in Washington State. Keep up the good work. We very much love to watch your travel videos. Bob and Wanda Prong, Olympia Washington.
Also have found that the best place to park (often by request of the management) is down by the Garden/Outdoor entrance. Of course we park far far away from the entrance, but on that specific end of the parking lot. We also look for other RV'ers and/or trucks and follow their suit. Always works out perfect!!!
Never watched one of y'all's videos before. I love this not only because of the great tips but because you talk about being a good guest:, picking up litter if you notice, spending a bit of cash there. You're good people and it's awesome to encourage each other to be good too.
+Natalie Thomas Thank you! And welcome. You make a great point. The world will be a better place if we all encourage one another to do the right thing. :)
Loved your video. I’m a long time die hard camper. At 63 and a single woman I’m seriously considering trading in the tent for a nice RV. One of the tips I loved the most, was “Be a GRACIOUS GUEST”. Getting older and having experienced a much younger generation of campers I’ve found that much of the old traditions such as quiet time usually is between 10 pm and 6 am and it’s really not cool to pull into a space and run your noisy generator or party all night long then leave your trash scattered about. So kudos to you both for reminding us all to be kind, courteous and most all just because you didn’t put it there doesn’t mean ya can’t pick it up and toss it in the trash. Happy Trails to you both.
I'm glad you mentioned the local ordinances. I live in such a community, and I'm a police officer. The local Walmart has put some signs up, but we sometimes get called to enforce the ordinance because the store doesn't want to get fined. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE don't take it out on the store management, they don't want to kick you out any more than I do, but unfortunately the townspeople have spoken here. Happy RVing!
I am still in the "research" stage of a future RV lifestyle. Not yet ready to retire at only 59 but, don't want to wait so long that the grandkids don't think it's cool to go on vacation with their grandparents. Love your advice and videos. Keep 'em coming!
Just purchased our first RV small Class A and we have not gone on our first trip yet. There's so much to learn but there are so many good resources like this video. I appreciate the fact folks like these are so willing to share their knowledge.
Wonderful video. We stopped at a Walmart for a few hours on our trip down from Maine to NC when we could not find a campground and it probably saved our life. We were so very tired and grateful for a safe place to rest for a few hours. Say what you will about Walmart but I am forever thankful for their policy and will thank them with my dollars when I can.
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Thanks for the tips! I bought my first RV 3-18-16 out of town ( my 66 birthday to me) a 1989 Monaco Crown Royal pulling my Malibu on a U-hall trailer went to Walmart for a adapter needless to say the RV is wired backwards R turn is left and so on, and now it is dark. Went back in for food an asked for a place to camp over night and she said our parking lot was fine. Love Walmart.
There was a no overnight parking ordinance in Castle Rock, Colorado, yet they very kindly offered to let us park all night when I asked. Very nice community!!
I have heard a lot of negatives about Walmart parking overnight, but your video has changed my mind. Thank you for this., you both are very informative. I've been watching your stuff as I am a newbee to the travel trailer world.
As a limo driver for 15 yesrs I've been hanging out at Walmarts killing time practically living in the stretch. I always pull up adjacent the narrow median at the end of the row or outermost fringe.
Even though that I am personally up on the Walmart game...thank you for the useful info especially for the green people you think would no better that I have personally witnessed making it complicated for all the smart boondockers. Education is the key.
New subscriber, and new RV owner enjoying your videos immensely. Very helpful. I appreciate your honest and laid-back manner. Sean, you have a professional narrator's voice. Well done. Safe travels!
"Always carry your AK47".... I am more of an AR15 fan. When I was growing up in the 80's and we did the Holiday travel from Texas to California, my father who pinch pennies till they'd screamed always had us over nite at Walmart parking lots. I got to know every Walmart on I40 between Amarillo and Barstow. Thank you for this video.
I was an OTR driver for 20 years and just bought a 35' Class A, parking stops are golden to a tired driver, I would take up parking where the 4-wheelers park (with permission) so many of them are so inconsiderate, I will take up a few of "their" spots before I'd use a spot for a big rig....every time! HAPPY TRAILS!
Thank you for all the info , we will be watching all of your videos. We are now preparing to take our trailer on the road, its been sitting in a park since we purchased it ...... 1994. I know its old but we want to use it for one season on the road , we will then buy a new one once we learn what will best suit our needs. We purchased new tires and checked brakes and bearings. Again Thank you from John and Donna, Ontario, Canada.
What's not to like? You guys are nice, down to earth, full of good info and hilarious, too. Thanks for taking the time to do this, and for doing it so well, too.
gmaneis Thanks for your kind post. It's refreshing to get some positive feedback here on RUclips - where no good deed goes unpunished! Cheers to you :-)
Spent my first night in a Walmart on my way to New Mexico. I was first in and 2 hours later there were 5 more. Good experience. Have also parked in truck stops and have, so far, always been accepted and most definitely felt safe. Enjoyed the video and thanks for the tips.
Excellent Video, my wife and I use Walmarts all the time traveling back and forth from FL to NJ and visa versa, as we are Senior Snowbirds, and just can't afford to use commercial campgrounds anymore.
I have done this with my wife on our cross country trip from Washington state to Disney World Florida. With only one exception, we found this to be a great idea. We also stopped at a Cabela's and it was also a great stop too.
My wife and I are planning to spend a total of 6 nights at various Walmarts throughout our upcoming big trip out west. I think this was a really well done video and makes me feel comfortable with this idea.
did this while on tour with my band, we brought them lots of business each time we parked there, they should accept it as people probably need to stop and get things there anyways
Thanks for the great tips. My husband and I are in the "getting rid of junk and researching" stage and hope to become full timers in a year. So looking forward to it!
That is great to hear that WalMart welcomes all the parking. I have noticed that they also seem to welcome the truckers as I see them around the side or back where they unload at however it is usually not in a paved area.
Last fall I became a Wal*Mart "Parker"!!! Extended cab, short bed pickup with a tall cap. I made a platform for my twin bed mattress and had all the sheets, blankets and comforters I needed. Yes, the street sweepers did linger for an hour or so but I took two PM painkillers and I was out like a light. The first night was kind of weird but every night after that it got more normal. This was in Falmouth, Mass for those who like Cape Cod. The store was great also especially the bathroom. Thank you Wal*Mart big time.
Thank you once again you two. I love your videos and they always give me the confidence to try things I have been wanting to try. You two are doing a wonderful thing for people.
I think it is always a good idea to check with the manager instead of just pulling in and setting up for the night, just to let them know you are there. It is simply good manners. Another thing I have run into is that at several Wal Marts, especially in larger metro areas, do not own their parking lots, these are the ones where "No RV parking" signs are displayed everywhere, and I have seen tire boots placed by the local police on trailers and tow vehicles. There are safety regulations so you can't be towed if the camper or rig is occupied, but there is no regulation that your vehicles can't be "booted" until the fine is paid. Excellent video, keep them coming.
Great video! We are huge Walmart overnighters. We've only encountered one in our travels that has not allowed overnight parking. But, the large grocery store next door to it was fine with it so we stayed there. One thing we have encountered in our Walmart nights is the occasional 'yahoo' who thinks it's funny to drive through the lot in the middle of the night honking his horn and screeching his tires. But, hey! It's free..so no complaints. We always purchase items at the stores we park at overnight. Most are okay with you unhitching your trailer of the day too. It can be difficult fuelling up in the city with a longer rig, so being able to dump the trailer for a few hours is so helpful. We also put out our slides, being careful to have them on the side that they won't run into by passing vehicles. When we first started to use Walmart to overnight, we thought that was a huge no-no. But apparently, they don't really mind at all! No chairs, BBQs or awnings though. That's getting a bit too comfortable. Let's not abuse their generosity and ruin it for everyone.
I just bought a travel trailer without slides because I thought that would be seen as being too comfortable lol. I just wanted to be as stealth as possible when staying in their lots.
I just got moved not kicked out of a walmart. I have been at this walmart for over 6 months. Not bad. I love walmart. I was back up next to the rear of the building they told me to rest at the front and not to back up to the building. No problem happy to comply with the request.
My Uncle was good friends with Sam, Sam would go around to every store and wanted to met everyone, he would drive his pickup truck to the stores alone. He was in fact a camper and preferred it to hotels...
Sam was also known to be frugal and they would share Hotel/Motel rooms on business trips. Meaning executives bunked up...LOL I'm guessing the RV was before he did the plane thing as he flew to stores...he indeed liked to see every store for himself. Not many CEO's would do that today. Of course it's not Sams Wal-Mart anymore, probably rolling around in his grave.
Love your channel. Consider adding "Do not detach the tow vehicle". In a portion of your video it shows someone doing this. There is a Walmart in our area that was forced to cease overnight parking because too many people detached and by doing so left an uninsured trailer in their lot. In our area the tow vehicle carries the insurance for the trailer but only if it is attached.
Wayne Quick Not true, I live on the Beach in NW FL and our two local Walmart's allow overnighting, I see them on my way to work @0500. Our Walmart parking lot is 1 mi from the beach by the way 😎
Have followed your videos for a number of years and really enjoy them. Decided to buy The Lost Spyder a few days ago. Didn't sleep much last night as I HAD to finish it! Great book!!! Ready for another one!
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I've parked in dozens of WalMart's, and thank you so much for the fine advice. A spot next to a bit of greenery on the door-side of the camper is nice. Carefully parking with proper tilt and slant, as well as away from a light which will shine into your eyes all night, is one of my priorities. Also, shopping in the middle of the night is a crowd-free pleasure. Thanks for a fine Vid.
You guys are great. I am new to RVing. 72 years old. I am getting excited about RVing. I am also alone but I am friendly so I do not have trouble making friends. It would be great to find that special one to travel with but if not I am happy by myself
Thank you for the tips. Especially the tip on Cabela's. We are very new to camping and had no idea that Cabela's had dump stations. You've earned yourself new fans from us. :)
Yes they are BUT you have a large number of people pulling trailers that pull in and unhook and let awning out and put out their chairs and grill and act like it is a camping area, they are the ones who are RUINING IT FOR EVERYONE! One Walmart reported that a bunch in a trailer put everything out and next morning they dumped their black tank onto the parking lot before they left, there again, it is the Low-Life Trailer Trash that is doing this and giving everyone a bad rap!
@@johnthomas8973 omg that's disgusting it only take 1 to mess it up for everyone... that kinda reminds of the show about the traveling gypsy go to diff areas with their rvs n leave fecal matter n trash everywhere n they do it on people's personal property sad!
We enjoyed our 24' Class C because of the ease of parking in almost any parking lot. We have spent many nights in Rest stops, Walmart, Flying J as well as many other truck stops. One of our trips was to a 2 day Civil War reenactment that was really not set up for overnight parking and there were no camp grounds close. We went to a Walmart close by. We were off by ourselves. Oklahoma summers are very hot even at night. We ran our generator all night for our AC. It cost us about 4 gal. of gas. We usually do a little shopping there as well as the truck stops. It's easy to hide in a smaller motor home that a truck and trailer. Thanks for the tips
Thanks for sharing your insights on creative free overnight parking. Of course you make real the innuendos associated for this "take-a-chance" approach. But you present it as another excitement in this free life with worldly hospitality. Lol! Very inviting for sure.
A Carson City NV Walmart requested and received a No Overnight Parking ordinance after a guy set up camping in the parking lot for many many days, awning and chairs out, littering, etc. When authorities made him depart, he damaged his rig leaving -- and threatened to sue. As a result, no overnight parking there. I live there and know this is true.
GizmoBee1702 That's a sad story, and an example of how one irresponsible person can ruin a good thing for everyone. It underscores the need for all of us to be considerate guests when overnight parking at Walmart. Thanks for sharing.
Anna Russell If you're offering parking for RV's behind your store, and you are certain that the municipality where you are located will allow it, post your location and contact info. Also check to see how large of a rig can get there. Thank you!
Dan Jacobs That is a really good idea! Some retailers might be limited by landlords or shopping plaza owners, but it would be worth looking into. Our parking lot is too small but it might be an option for others with bigger properties. I'll bring it up when talking to them. We're a gateway to a recreation region so the Chamber might even look into it. Thanks!
Thank you for your efforts. You might not be able to get others to see where you are coming from on this issue, but instead of crying over Wal-Mart moving in, folks could try to fight for the customers they could get by opening up what they can to folks, attracting them to come visit you and not the Walton Family. If they can park there, they will probably come!
Yes, if more business owners would welcome RV travelers then it would naturally lead to more business. Most RV owners would welcome alternatives to Walmart.
I really like the two of you; you're very down to earth and classy. I haven't yet bought a trailer but have been researching some of the problems I might encounter and as a single woman, safety is a key issue for me. I think common sense goes a long way as does common courtesy. If you treat others like you'd like to be treated, that covers a lot of ground. But if you don't feel safe, your advice of "just leave" is very sound. Thanks so much for this video, I look forward to seeing other videos by the two of you. AND carry on with the honeymoon!
Great tips. Few things I learned - Don't ask if it's OK to park. If there is a local ordinance they are required to say "No" when really I found they don't care. Better to ask forgiveness than to ask permission. Also don't park close to where the carts are collected. More than once I've had the teenager that collects them make as much noise as possible at 3am (singing loudly and crashing carts) with the intention of waking up the RV'ers parked in His lot. Generally I've found the lots very safe. Every Walmart I've parked has had cameras. I always go in and buy something and never put out the plastic pink flamingos.
Great tips. I don't own an rv but I recently took two trips from nj to wv and was tired so slept at Walmart when I got to wv and it was a great experience. Bathroom, food, and no one bothered me sleeping. Even when they were moving carts around.
Boss and I are on our second RV , had a class A now class B. You guys definitely have our sense of humor. We are very safety minded and make it to a range bi-monthly. Im under 2 years until retirement at which time we'll be moving from the Pacific NW to Alabama. Where we'll have a better chance of using our Great West more frequently. When settled in Alabama I plan on having a spot where we can welcome an RVer or two to come by and visit for a couple days to shake off the dusk of their long journey. I loved the video. Thanks
Most walmarts that are open 24 hours will allow parking, the stores that close at night usually will not allow parking and always look for the signs, I have never seen a sign that said you could park, but if they don't allow parking there will be signs.
True, and we've even seen a few with signs claiming they didn't allow parking that actually did allow it! Often the issue is a municipal ordinance. In other words, the local government puts up the "No Overnight Parking" sign, but Walmart doesn't mind.
We've stayed at a few that closed overnight. I recall one in the northeast that turned off most of the parking lot lights at 10 PM - it got dark out there. :O
I just bought a brand new 2015 RV Spree due to your videos and the fun you guys have shown to us, looking forward to my first RV trip/camping of my life, thanks for all the tips, are pretty helpful. Keep it up!
+Long Long Honeymoon So do you park in the 24hour walmarts onlyor can you park at the ones that close at eleven or midnite?Great video and information!Cheers
Great videos! I'm a dedicated Walmart overnighter & shopper. My class A rv is always full of Walmart food & other items. I buy about 6 auto batteries every 3 years & inverters, fuses, rv toilet paper and bed linens. So, thank you Walmart for the free overnight parking in many places, ie: flagstaff, big bear, palm springs, h. beach & etc. My rv is ready to go but I'm stuck at home for now. Happy trails!
We live in a trucking town in Nevada. There are TONS of 18wheelers that park overnight in our Walmart parking lot. They also park vehicles for sale there also.
We do the WalMart thing a lot but I really liked some of your insight (especially to stay away from Small-Marts), and I didn't know about Cabela's! Thanks so much for the video!!!
Spot The Scotts Thanks guys! Yes, we have learned the hard way about the Small Marts... And the Cabela's in the video is in Billings, Montana. Safe travels!
Great tips! Thanks for sharing. Proper etiquette is so important. These businesses allow us to park with some expectation we will spend money so do that whenever you visit. You are right about public ordinances banning your stay so calling ahead is really important. San Diego County has a "parking" ban in effect and also some areas issue tickets for "habitating" in your vehicle making it illegal to be parked in a public place and sleep, even for a nap. Enforcement is spotty but the tickets start at $150 so finding an RV park is almost a must.
My wife and I were travelling to Elliot Lake Ontario and we had started late for job reasons. We had hoped to make Elliot Lake before late evening. We arrived in Parry Sound and I was really bear and could drive no further. We found a Walmart which had plug ins. I suspect the truck drivers used this on Northern nights. The second time we had to stop before destination we ended up at a Tim Hortons parking lot late in the evening and had a snack. I didn’t think the snack was going to help sleep deprivation. We asked the Tim Horton’s Manager if we could sleep overnight in the parking lot. They were more than happy to let us crash as it added a little more security for their employees. There next morning the 0600 construction crews arrived for their morning breakfast waking us up. We joined them for breakfast and continued the journey fully refreshed. I have had too many problems driving while tired which has convinced me to stop while smart! Good video, great ideas THANKS GUYS
We have been RVing with our very old trailer for 10 years. (this trailer was from 1984 and the colors were all the earth tones from the 70's, all it needed was a disco ball). Just purchased a newer model and we will start to travel more. I watch your video about staying at Walmart. I had heard that you could do that so I appreciated the info. One question. Do we need to wear our pajama bottoms while we are setting up our trailer to fit in with the people I see shopping there?
funny thing is you are right I have seen pajamas everywhere from Florida to Alaska in Walmart I actually am shocked when we go and do not see anyone in Pajamas
Great video! I read a lot of RV parks don't accept my (new to me) 1994 Coachmen Santara which is in excellent shape. Now I know where I can stay in a pinch. You two are so adorable!! Thank you.
Hey Sean and Kristy - dynamite site. You guys are the Boss. First night on a cross country trek, we ignored Walmart (out of ignorance), and stayed at a gas station where we fueled up. Sure enough, at 3am we were drove off by the tanker refilling the tanks. Since then Walmart and Pilot stations are our staples.
+OldMan Cashwell Haha, thanks for your post. Nothing like a 3AM wakeup call! We've never been run off in the middle of the night, but we have certainly heard the street sweepers working the parking lot. Yes, when we can't find a Walmart, we have stayed at Pilot also. Safe travels! --Sean
One reason that they frown on Truck Drivers from parking in their Parking Lot is due to the Mess that some of them leave. Some leave their urine bottles, bags of trash. As long as people clean up after their mess, I don't think they, the store doesn't mind. There's just one group of people that doesn't keep the parking lots clean and it hurts the parking for others.
Oh, by the way, thanks for a really great thorough video for Walmart Parking. I've also heard that some Truck Stops frown on RV's Parking in their parking lots. Especially in Las Vegas. I think that it means you can't pitch your tent like you were saying about Walmart. It's to hazardous to do a camping type of situation. AOA is the best place I hear, though some aren't the nicest. There are some free lands to park on. Thanks again for a well put together video.
+Larry Pierce yes, truck stops are a last resort for us. You can usually stay there but frankly some truckers resent seeing RVs in "their" space. We'd much rather stop at Walmart, Cracker Barrel, etc. of course better yet are BLM lands - we are currently boondocking in Quartzite, AZ! Thanks again for your thoughtful posts.👍
Just got off the instant message line on their facebook page. They were very kind. Closest Super Center I saw to Quatzite that the lady gave me was up North of Parker, AZ. in Riverside, AZ. She told me each Walmart is different on their RV and Tuck Parking policies. I just imagine like you said, a courtesy call to them or to which ever Walmart you go to I'm showing that's our Walmart located at 100 W Riverside Dr, Parker, AZ 85344 The phone number is (928) 669-2161 You are also welcome to check with us when you're on the road so we can provide you the phone number to the location you'll be visiting. This the information they gave me. So, they're more than happy to make your stay a pleasant one from the way she sounded. Quatzite, AZ. I use to stop there for two things, to refill my big rig when I was a Trucker, eat, shower and sleep. Then get back on the road. The T/A Truck Stop there seemed to have plenty of room to Park. Oh, there use to be a great burger place there in Quartzite to eat, but can't remember the name of it. I think it was a Cafe. Have a safe trip. I hope I can be out there in the future. I'll leave you alone now. This old guy must sleep now. At 65 years old tires quicker.
Great advice. The wife and I are about to hit the road and travel. Ive had a hard time selling her on the fact that Walmart is a fact of life for full time RVing. Thanks.
When we head cross country we stop at WalMart, K-Marts, etc for a quick overnight stop all the time. Us mid-westerners call it Boon Docking. We've done this for years and never had a problem. We also use truck stops often but making sure to park in areas where big rigs are not going to park. Most truck stops have a designated area in the front area of the business when they want campers to park. Another point, The way our coach is setup we need to slide our bedroom slide out so we can comfortably get in and out of bed. Keeping the fact the bedroom slide is out I worried about some airhead hitting the slide as they pass so I got some highly reflective yellow 2" wide tape which I put on the ends of both the front and back of the slide. You can also find white/clear reflective tape that would work. The use of this reflective tape gives passerby a heads up that your side is out.
Mic Tod™ I see quite a few RVs in the Walmart super center in Medford, OR. At least at the store on the North side of town, the South Medford store has a much tighter parking lot.
Kool. Perhaps the Walmart stores my friends were telling us about were not Super Stores? I'm happy to learn that some Walmarts may allow trailers, they are always very easy to find when traveling.
We stay in the Medford Wal-Mart every year on our way from southern BC to Arizona... never had a problem, always buy something at the store and leave early in the morning... I think they have signs up saying no overnighting but I don't think they enforce it unless you give them a reason to do so
Hey guys. Brand new RVers here from Calgary AB Canada. Great video. Love the Style, the vibe you both have, and editing and relaxed pace. Properly captured audio is very much appreciated. Just subscribed. Thank you and here we go Walmart!
A lot of times we will travel during the night and usually RV parks/campgrounds don't let you check in until the afternoon... so... if we arrive in the area at say 5 am, we will park at a Walmart and sleep a couple of hours, then we get our grocery shopping done before we go set-up at the campground. It's just more efficient for us.
Nice video!, We have stayed many times in a Motorhome at Walmart and never an issue. We never put out slides or run the generator for more than a few minutes. There were a few urban areas that didn't really feel safe but we stayed anyway because of the on site security. FYI on I10 going through south Louisiana the Walmarts near the interstate have put up height bars over the entrance to not allow Truck traffic and subsequently, Motorhome or 5th wheeler traffic. Could be a local ordinance but since I couldn't get in the parking lot to do Grocery Shopping they missed my business.
It makes sense to park at a Walmart and shop for supplies and hit the road and rest . I can't say it's safe parking anywhere at a retail chain unless you know your safe and know what you can do to protect yourself. I'm seriously considering buying an R.V and hitting the road with my mom and dad . My brothers are both retiring soon and it would be nice to just go and enjoy the luxury of your own backyard.
New subscriber here. My wife is talking about possibly buying a Class B RV for when she retires (possibly in the next two years.) So I / we are watching and learning all we can. I had known about Wal-Mart Super Center RV overnight parking for quite some time and am glad to hear your recommendations prior to "landing at one!" Thanks for the info.
Now I understand it. The "People of Walmart" videos all originate from the Trailer Park at the end of he Walmart parking lot. LOL I have stayed in the lot's a time or two and it was nice to know I was safe and that I could just get some much needed rest. Thanks for you video.
We traveled to a State Park in Utah once and we forgot to take daylight savings time into our calculations along with construction traffic and such. We missed getting through the entrance by 20 minutes before they closed it up. Luckily there was a Walmart a dozen miles up the road, so we tried it. My wife was very nervous, but it was actually a decent experience. Also it was super convenient to run inside the store in the morning and do some last minute shopping and get a cup of coffee.
Some plazas that are not owned by Walmart may not allow overnight parking. I'm in an area were the local Walmart closes at 10pm and there's a three hour parking limit. It's in a plaza with a lot of other stores, in an area were parking is hard to find.
Hey guys just wanted to share my first adventure I had after buying my travel trailer( which was 3 weeks ago today ha) on our way home from buying our camper we had a blow out on the trailer at 10:30 at night, luckily I hadn't past the exit leading to the only Walmart in town so I pulled over and had to rough it out in the new to us trailer in the mesquite, Nevada parking lot ha. we ran in and grabbed a few this to make it through the night till the tire shop opened. Next weekend we will be taking our first officially planned weekend trip for the 4th of July! Thank you for the fun and informative videos you two are making they truly help keep it up!
We are new to RVing and the best app i have found is RV Parky. The maps shows Wal-Mart's as well as rest areas, Crackerbarrel and other choices to stop. If you click on Wal-Mart it tells of overnight parking is offered or prohibited. We are planning our first two trips and their trip planning feature is superb. If you are heading to a National or State Park, you insert the destination then search for places to stay. Very eAsy to use and insert into. You can add post it notes to remind you of things you want to see or do at that location, such as lighthouses or historic railroads. Very used friendly and an awesome tool. Loved you Visio of Wal-Mart tips. Well done.
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I tried camping at Walmart about three years ago and there were other RVs there and I was asked to leave I’m not sure the reason because I did not do anything to be asked to leave and that would be very nice if they let myself go to Walmart once in a while but I don’t know what the reason I’m sure it was a good run and I hope I’m treated more friendly at my next stop thank you for your information and for allowing me to leave a c call comments
Free WiFi. I'm watching this on my laptop while camping at Walmart right now.
**parking, not camping. Please do not spend prolonged periods there as many stores don't like it. Depending on location, some of them consider RVs to be an eyesore.
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Having been a across country trucker for 40 years,Walmarts are a blessing,Lets respect them always with keeping everything on the clean side and no foot prints. love your show
Thanks, well said -- I agree that Walmarts are a blessing for truckers and RV travelers. We best appreciate them!
Thanks for emphasizing the importance of being good citizens and good guest while at Wal-Mart parking lots and other places. Not attracting any attention to yourself and your rig by not setting up camp is only being respectful. I also like the idea of shopping where you overnight park and supporting the business that has offered the opportunity for you to rest without charging you a fee. If everyone would follow the recommendations that you highlighted maybe the opportunities for such overnight parking will expand instead of diminish. Thanks for taking the time to create the video.
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great info. One more thing that is good to remember. All Walmart stores have trucks delivering at night. Just make sure that you are not near the loading dock or in their way
My wife Wanda and I are very long time RVers. Our first trailer we purchased used. It was a 22 ft. Fireball. We will be married 52 years April 23rd and our children were two and four years old at that time. Things have change built camp grounds after the war. There was little work back then so the government developed a work party program to build camp grounds called forest camps. The camp grounds were always free to the public to use. Other campers were always very courteous and friendly. Sharing a camp fire was quite common. The users of the forest camps always left a clean camp site. The rangers would normally stop by to say hello and would always sit and have coffee with us and tell us where the fish were planted in the river. My son caught his first limit of trout at three years old with a little help from dad. Great memories. My son and daughter now do much of their camping on the same little Natches river in Washington State. Keep up the good work. We very much love to watch your travel videos. Bob and Wanda Prong, Olympia Washington.
Also have found that the best place to park (often by request of the management) is down by the Garden/Outdoor entrance. Of course we park far far away from the entrance, but on that specific end of the parking lot. We also look for other RV'ers and/or trucks and follow their suit. Always works out perfect!!!
Never watched one of y'all's videos before. I love this not only because of the great tips but because you talk about being a good guest:, picking up litter if you notice, spending a bit of cash there. You're good people and it's awesome to encourage each other to be good too.
+Natalie Thomas Thank you! And welcome. You make a great point. The world will be a better place if we all encourage one another to do the right thing. :)
Big Rig trucks provide the items we need to live across this country and they DO NEED a place to park too.
Loved your video. I’m a long time die hard camper. At 63 and a single woman I’m seriously considering trading in the tent for a nice RV. One of the tips I loved the most, was “Be a GRACIOUS GUEST”. Getting older and having experienced a much younger generation of campers I’ve found that much of the old traditions such as quiet time usually is between 10 pm and 6 am and it’s really not cool to pull into a space and run your noisy generator or party all night long then leave your trash scattered about. So kudos to you both for reminding us all to be kind, courteous and most all just because you didn’t put it there doesn’t mean ya can’t pick it up and toss it in the trash. Happy Trails to you both.
Go to a WalMart and buy one of their huge road atlases, and it will tell you where every WalMart is in the USA
Or ask Siri where a local Walmart is.
Some Wal-Mart's have truck parking so rv s can too!!!
Always carry their atlas with me. Been doing this for 20 years now
I'm glad you mentioned the local ordinances. I live in such a community, and I'm a police officer. The local Walmart has put some signs up, but we sometimes get called to enforce the ordinance because the store doesn't want to get fined. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE don't take it out on the store management, they don't want to kick you out any more than I do, but unfortunately the townspeople have spoken here. Happy RVing!
Thanks much for sharing your perspective. We support and appreciate our police officers. Cheers!
I am still in the "research" stage of a future RV lifestyle. Not yet ready to retire at only 59 but, don't want to wait so long that the grandkids don't think it's cool to go on vacation with their grandparents. Love your advice and videos. Keep 'em coming!
Just purchased our first RV small Class A and we have not gone on our first trip yet. There's so much to learn but there are so many good resources like this video. I appreciate the fact folks like these are so willing to share their knowledge.
Thanks, our mission on our RUclips Channel is to share what we've learned with others . We also learn a lot from our audience too!
Wonderful video. We stopped at a Walmart for a few hours on our trip down from Maine to NC when we could not find a campground and it probably saved our life. We were so very tired and grateful for a safe place to rest for a few hours. Say what you will about Walmart but I am forever thankful for their policy and will thank them with my dollars when I can.
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Much appreciated.
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Thanks for the tips! I bought my first RV 3-18-16 out of town ( my 66 birthday to me) a 1989 Monaco Crown Royal pulling my Malibu on a U-hall trailer went to Walmart for a adapter needless to say the RV is wired backwards R turn is left and so on, and now it is dark. Went back in for food an asked for a place to camp over night and she said our parking lot was fine. Love Walmart.
There was a no overnight parking ordinance in Castle Rock, Colorado, yet they very kindly offered to let us park all night when I asked. Very nice community!!
Some walmarts have specific areas for 18 wheeler and rv parking like trucks stops. I'm a trucker myself and I often rely on these if trucks are full.
I have heard a lot of negatives about Walmart parking overnight, but your video has changed my mind. Thank you for this., you both are very informative. I've been watching your stuff as I am a newbee to the travel trailer world.
As a limo driver for 15 yesrs I've been hanging out at Walmarts killing time practically living in the stretch. I always pull up adjacent the narrow median at the end of the row or outermost fringe.
Thank you for your wonderful information we are The beginner to RVing
Even though that I am personally up on the Walmart game...thank you for the useful info especially for the green people you think would no better that I have personally witnessed making it complicated for all the smart boondockers. Education is the key.
New subscriber, and new RV owner enjoying your videos immensely. Very helpful. I appreciate your honest and laid-back manner. Sean, you have a professional narrator's voice. Well done. Safe travels!
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"Always carry your AK47".... I am more of an AR15 fan. When I was growing up in the 80's and we did the Holiday travel from Texas to California, my father who pinch pennies till they'd screamed always had us over nite at Walmart parking lots. I got to know every Walmart on I40 between Amarillo and Barstow. Thank you for this video.
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I was an OTR driver for 20 years and just bought a 35' Class A, parking stops are golden to a tired driver, I would take up parking where the 4-wheelers park (with permission) so many of them are so inconsiderate, I will take up a few of "their" spots before I'd use a spot for a big rig....every time! HAPPY TRAILS!
Thank you for all the info , we will be watching all of your videos. We are now preparing to take our trailer on the road, its been sitting in a park since we purchased it ...... 1994. I know its old but we want to use it for one season on the road , we will then buy a new one once we learn what will best suit our needs. We purchased new tires and checked brakes and bearings. Again Thank you from John and Donna, Ontario, Canada.
What's not to like? You guys are nice, down to earth, full of good info and hilarious, too. Thanks for taking the time to do this, and for doing it so well, too.
gmaneis Thanks for your kind post. It's refreshing to get some positive feedback here on RUclips - where no good deed goes unpunished! Cheers to you :-)
If you are traveling in North Central Ohio, the Possum Run WalMart at exit 169 off Interstate 71 (St. Rt. 13). I've seen RV's parked there at night.
Spent my first night in a Walmart on my way to New Mexico. I was first in and 2 hours later there were 5 more. Good experience. Have also parked in truck stops and have, so far, always been accepted and most definitely felt safe. Enjoyed the video and thanks for the tips.
Excellent Video, my wife and I use Walmarts all the time traveling back and forth from FL to NJ and visa versa, as we are Senior Snowbirds, and just can't afford to use commercial campgrounds anymore.
Traveling safety to you guy's! I'm also a senior and if I owned an RV, Walmart parking would be priority one!
I have done this with my wife on our cross country trip from Washington state to Disney World Florida. With only one exception, we found this to be a great idea. We also stopped at a Cabela's and it was also a great stop too.
TU for using "symbiotic", "ambiance" and "spidey sense" all in the same video. Oh yeah: really thoughtful, solid advice.
My wife and I are planning to spend a total of 6 nights at various Walmarts throughout our upcoming big trip out west. I think this was a really well done video and makes me feel comfortable with this idea.
did this while on tour with my band, we brought them lots of business each time we parked there, they should accept it as people probably need to stop and get things there anyways
Thanks for the great tips. My husband and I are in the "getting rid of junk and researching" stage and hope to become full timers in a year. So looking forward to it!
That is great to hear that WalMart welcomes all the parking. I have noticed that they also seem to welcome the truckers as I see them around the side or back where they unload at however it is usually not in a paved area.
The Walmart in Kalispell, MT has a guy in a golf cart that will help you find a good spot and guide you in.
Last fall I became a Wal*Mart "Parker"!!! Extended cab, short bed pickup with a tall cap. I made a platform for my twin bed mattress and had all the sheets, blankets and comforters I needed. Yes, the street sweepers did linger for an hour or so but I took two PM painkillers and I was out like a light. The first night was kind of weird but every night after that it got more normal. This was in Falmouth, Mass for those who like Cape Cod. The store was great also especially the bathroom. Thank you Wal*Mart big time.
Thank you once again you two. I love your videos and they always give me the confidence to try things I have been wanting to try. You two are doing a wonderful thing for people.
I think it is always a good idea to check with the manager instead of just pulling in and setting up for the night, just to let them know you are there. It is simply good manners. Another thing I have run into is that at several Wal Marts, especially in larger metro areas, do not own their parking lots, these are the ones where "No RV parking" signs are displayed everywhere, and I have seen tire boots placed by the local police on trailers and tow vehicles. There are safety regulations so you can't be towed if the camper or rig is occupied, but there is no regulation that your vehicles can't be "booted" until the fine is paid. Excellent video, keep them coming.
Great video! We are huge Walmart overnighters. We've only encountered one in our travels that has not allowed overnight parking. But, the large grocery store next door to it was fine with it so we stayed there. One thing we have encountered in our Walmart nights is the occasional 'yahoo' who thinks it's funny to drive through the lot in the middle of the night honking his horn and screeching his tires. But, hey! It's free..so no complaints. We always purchase items at the stores we park at overnight. Most are okay with you unhitching your trailer of the day too. It can be difficult fuelling up in the city with a longer rig, so being able to dump the trailer for a few hours is so helpful. We also put out our slides, being careful to have them on the side that they won't run into by passing vehicles. When we first started to use Walmart to overnight, we thought that was a huge no-no. But apparently, they don't really mind at all! No chairs, BBQs or awnings though. That's getting a bit too comfortable. Let's not abuse their generosity and ruin it for everyone.
great video
I just bought a travel trailer without slides because I thought that would be seen as being too comfortable lol. I just wanted to be as stealth as possible when staying in their lots.
I just got moved not kicked out of a walmart. I have been at this walmart for over 6 months. Not bad. I love walmart. I was back up next to the rear of the building they told me to rest at the front and not to back up to the building. No problem happy to comply with the request.
My Uncle was good friends with Sam, Sam would go around to every store and wanted to met everyone, he would drive his pickup truck to the stores alone. He was in fact a camper and preferred it to hotels...
Sam was also known to be frugal and they would share Hotel/Motel rooms on business trips. Meaning executives bunked up...LOL I'm guessing the RV was before he did the plane thing as he flew to stores...he indeed liked to see every store for himself. Not many CEO's would do that today. Of course it's not Sams Wal-Mart anymore, probably rolling around in his grave.
If that's true he lived in kentucky....1st ever same walmart is there and its a very small town.
@Darrell Knox I trust me I know....
Love your channel. Consider adding "Do not detach the tow vehicle". In a portion of your video it shows someone doing this. There is a Walmart in our area that was forced to cease overnight parking because too many people detached and by doing so left an uninsured trailer in their lot. In our area the tow vehicle carries the insurance for the trailer but only if it is attached.
Have stayed at Wally World a LOT! Usually less than 6 hours and buy groceries while there. Daytona Beach Fl. does not allow parling.
Thanks for the tip about Daytona Beach.
I don't think overnight parking is allowed in ANY Florida Wally World's!
Wayne Quick Not true, I live on the Beach in NW FL and our two local Walmart's allow overnighting, I see them on my way to work @0500. Our Walmart parking lot is 1 mi from the beach by the way 😎
I remember parking ON Daytona Beach back in 2009, times must have certainly changed.
parling is new to m3
Have followed your videos for a number of years and really enjoy them. Decided to buy The Lost Spyder a few days ago. Didn't sleep much last night as I HAD to finish it! Great book!!! Ready for another one!
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I've parked in dozens of WalMart's, and thank you so much for the fine advice. A spot next to a bit of greenery on the door-side of the camper is nice. Carefully parking with proper tilt and slant, as well as away from a light which will shine into your eyes all night, is one of my priorities.
Also, shopping in the middle of the night is a crowd-free pleasure.
Thanks for a fine Vid.
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You guys are great. I am new to RVing. 72 years old. I am getting excited about RVing. I am also alone but I am friendly so I do not have trouble making friends. It would be great to find that special one to travel with but if not I am happy by myself
Some of the Walmarts in Charlotte nc maybe aren't great places to stop either....☠️
Thank you for the tips. Especially the tip on Cabela's. We are very new to camping and had no idea that Cabela's had dump stations. You've earned yourself new fans from us. :)
Charming Tortoise You may not find one in every Cabela's, but there's definitely one at the Cabela's in Billings, Montana. :-) ...and others as well.
Wal-mart is decent to allow this for RVer's. Very nice.
Yes they are BUT you have a large number of people pulling trailers that pull in and unhook and let awning out and put out their chairs and grill and act like it is a camping area, they are the ones who are RUINING IT FOR EVERYONE! One Walmart reported that a bunch in a trailer put everything out and next morning they dumped their black tank onto the parking lot before they left, there again, it is the Low-Life Trailer Trash that is doing this and giving everyone a bad rap!
@@johnthomas8973 omg that's disgusting it only take 1 to mess it up for everyone... that kinda reminds of the show about the traveling gypsy go to diff areas with their rvs n leave fecal matter n trash everywhere n they do it on people's personal property sad!
We enjoyed our 24' Class C because of the ease of parking in almost any parking lot. We have spent many nights in Rest stops, Walmart, Flying J as well as many other truck stops.
One of our trips was to a 2 day Civil War reenactment that was really not set up for overnight parking and there were no camp grounds close. We went to a Walmart close by. We were off by ourselves. Oklahoma summers are very hot even at night. We ran our generator all night for our AC. It cost us about 4 gal. of gas. We usually do a little shopping there as well as the truck stops. It's easy to hide in a smaller motor home that a truck and trailer.
Thanks for the tips
one of the best walmart parking tips I have seen:) along with etiquette, nice:)
Thanks for sharing your insights on creative free overnight parking. Of course you make real the innuendos associated for this "take-a-chance" approach. But you present it as another excitement in this free life with worldly hospitality. Lol! Very inviting for sure.
A Carson City NV Walmart requested and received a No Overnight Parking ordinance after a guy set up camping in the parking lot for many many days, awning and chairs out, littering, etc. When authorities made him depart, he damaged his rig leaving -- and threatened to sue. As a result, no overnight parking there. I live there and know this is true.
GizmoBee1702 That's a sad story, and an example of how one irresponsible person can ruin a good thing for everyone. It underscores the need for all of us to be considerate guests when overnight parking at Walmart. Thanks for sharing.
Anna Russell If you're offering parking for RV's behind your store, and you are certain that the municipality where you are located will allow it, post your location and contact info. Also check to see how large of a rig can get there. Thank you!
Dan Jacobs That is a really good idea! Some retailers might be limited by landlords or shopping plaza owners, but it would be worth looking into. Our parking lot is too small but it might be an option for others with bigger properties. I'll bring it up when talking to them. We're a gateway to a recreation region so the Chamber might even look into it. Thanks!
Thank you for your efforts. You might not be able to get others to see where you are coming from on this issue, but instead of crying over Wal-Mart moving in, folks could try to fight for the customers they could get by opening up what they can to folks, attracting them to come visit you and not the Walton Family. If they can park there, they will probably come!
Yes, if more business owners would welcome RV travelers then it would naturally lead to more business. Most RV owners would welcome alternatives to Walmart.
I really like the two of you; you're very down to earth and classy. I haven't yet bought a trailer but have been researching some of the problems I might encounter and as a single woman, safety is a key issue for me. I think common sense goes a long way as does common courtesy. If you treat others like you'd like to be treated, that covers a lot of ground. But if you don't feel safe, your advice of "just leave" is very sound. Thanks so much for this video, I look forward to seeing other videos by the two of you. AND carry on with the honeymoon!
Great tips. Few things I learned - Don't ask if it's OK to park. If there is a local ordinance they are required to say "No" when really I found they don't care. Better to ask forgiveness than to ask permission. Also don't park close to where the carts are collected. More than once I've had the teenager that collects them make as much noise as possible at 3am (singing loudly and crashing carts) with the intention of waking up the RV'ers parked in His lot. Generally I've found the lots very safe. Every Walmart I've parked has had cameras. I always go in and buy something and never put out the plastic pink flamingos.
Great tips. I don't own an rv but I recently took two trips from nj to wv and was tired so slept at Walmart when I got to wv and it was a great experience. Bathroom, food, and no one bothered me sleeping. Even when they were moving carts around.
Just parking on the edges of parking lot. People do this in Louisiana with no problem.
Boss and I are on our second RV , had a class A now class B. You guys definitely have our sense of humor. We are very safety minded and make it to a range bi-monthly. Im under 2 years until retirement at which time we'll be moving from the Pacific NW to Alabama. Where we'll have a better chance of using our Great West more frequently. When settled in Alabama I plan on having a spot where we can welcome an RVer or two to come by and visit for a couple days to shake off the dusk of their long journey. I loved the video. Thanks
+MrEdsster Sean says Roll Tide (but AU fan Kristy says War Eagle)!
Thank you very much for taking the time and effort for producing this very informative video for the benefit of the community, Ciao, L
Thanks for the tips. We have parked at Walmart for the past 20 years and had no problems! Handy on those cross country trips.
Most walmarts that are open 24 hours will allow parking, the stores that close at night usually will not allow parking and always look for the signs, I have never seen a sign that said you could park, but if they don't allow parking there will be signs.
True, and we've even seen a few with signs claiming they didn't allow parking that actually did allow it! Often the issue is a municipal ordinance. In other words, the local government puts up the "No Overnight Parking" sign, but Walmart doesn't mind.
Richard Cummings here our walmart closes at night and does allow parking over night
We've stayed at a few that closed overnight. I recall one in the northeast that turned off most of the parking lot lights at 10 PM - it got dark out there. :O
I just bought a brand new 2015 RV Spree due to your videos and the fun you guys have shown to us, looking forward to my first RV trip/camping of my life, thanks for all the tips, are pretty helpful. Keep it up!
Thank you from a future RV traveler ( and YT creator )
+Mike Hermes Thanks for your comment! Always nice to connect with a fellow RUclips creator. We gotta stick together... :-)
+Long Long Honeymoon So do you park in the 24hour walmarts onlyor can you park at the ones that close at eleven or midnite?Great video and information!Cheers
Great videos! I'm a dedicated Walmart overnighter & shopper. My class A rv is always full of Walmart food & other items. I buy about 6 auto batteries every 3 years & inverters, fuses, rv toilet paper and bed linens. So, thank you Walmart for the free overnight parking in many places, ie: flagstaff, big bear, palm springs, h. beach & etc. My rv is ready to go but I'm stuck at home for now. Happy trails!
Very informative and enjoyable video! Thanks for posting. I have subscribed and thumbs upped.
Hope you don't mind me thumbing up your thumbs up! grin
We live in a trucking town in Nevada. There are TONS of 18wheelers that park overnight in our Walmart parking lot. They also park vehicles for sale there also.
We do the WalMart thing a lot but I really liked some of your insight (especially to stay away from Small-Marts), and I didn't know about Cabela's! Thanks so much for the video!!!
Spot The Scotts Thanks guys! Yes, we have learned the hard way about the Small Marts... And the Cabela's in the video is in Billings, Montana. Safe travels!
Long Long Honeymoon very grateful for this video and your channel. New subbie...headed to watch them all!!!
Since Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops are related, any chance that BPShops also allow overnight parking?
Great tips! Thanks for sharing. Proper etiquette is so important. These businesses allow us to park with some expectation we will spend money so do that whenever you visit. You are right about public ordinances banning your stay so calling ahead is really important. San Diego County has a "parking" ban in effect and also some areas issue tickets for "habitating" in your vehicle making it illegal to be parked in a public place and sleep, even for a nap. Enforcement is spotty but the tickets start at $150 so finding an RV park is almost a must.
Bass pro and casinos also allow RVs!
My wife and I were travelling to Elliot Lake Ontario and we had started late for job reasons. We had hoped to make Elliot Lake before late evening. We arrived in Parry Sound and I was really bear and could drive no further. We found a Walmart which had plug ins. I suspect the truck drivers used this on Northern nights. The second time we had to stop before destination we ended up at a Tim Hortons parking lot late in the evening and had a snack. I didn’t think the snack was going to help sleep deprivation. We asked the Tim Horton’s Manager if we could sleep overnight in the parking lot. They were more than happy to let us crash as it added a little more security for their employees. There next morning the 0600 construction crews arrived for their morning breakfast waking us up. We joined them for breakfast and continued the journey fully refreshed. I have had too many problems driving while tired which has convinced me to stop while smart! Good video, great ideas THANKS GUYS
We have been RVing with our very old trailer for 10 years. (this trailer
was from 1984 and the colors were all the earth tones from the 70's,
all it needed was a disco ball). Just purchased a newer model and we
will start to travel more. I watch your video about staying at Walmart. I
had heard that you could do that so I appreciated the info. One question. Do we need to wear our pajama bottoms while we are setting up our trailer to fit in with the people I see shopping there?
funny thing is you are right I have seen pajamas everywhere from Florida to Alaska in Walmart I actually am shocked when we go and do not see anyone in Pajamas
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Great video! I read a lot of RV parks don't accept my (new to me) 1994 Coachmen Santara which is in excellent shape. Now I know where I can stay in a pinch. You two are so adorable!! Thank you.
Thanks! I don't know why any RV parks wouldn't accept your trailer (unless they are the resort type).
thx so much for the tips, God be with you when traveling
Hey Sean and Kristy - dynamite site. You guys are the Boss. First night on a cross country trek, we ignored Walmart (out of ignorance), and stayed at a gas station where we fueled up. Sure enough, at 3am we were drove off by the tanker refilling the tanks. Since then Walmart and Pilot stations are our staples.
+OldMan Cashwell Haha, thanks for your post. Nothing like a 3AM wakeup call! We've never been run off in the middle of the night, but we have certainly heard the street sweepers working the parking lot. Yes, when we can't find a Walmart, we have stayed at Pilot also. Safe travels! --Sean
One reason that they frown on Truck Drivers from parking in their Parking Lot is due to the Mess that some of them leave. Some leave their urine bottles, bags of trash. As long as people clean up after their mess, I don't think they, the store doesn't mind. There's just one group of people that doesn't keep the parking lots clean and it hurts the parking for others.
+Larry Pierce thanks Larry, great point. It would be nice if all overnight parkers left the parking lot a little cleaner than they found it!
Oh, by the way, thanks for a really great thorough video for Walmart Parking. I've also heard that some Truck Stops frown on RV's Parking in their parking lots. Especially in Las Vegas. I think that it means you can't pitch your tent like you were saying about Walmart. It's to hazardous to do a camping type of situation. AOA is the best place I hear, though some aren't the nicest. There are some free lands to park on. Thanks again for a well put together video.
+Larry Pierce yes, truck stops are a last resort for us. You can usually stay there but frankly some truckers resent seeing RVs in "their" space. We'd much rather stop at Walmart, Cracker Barrel, etc. of course better yet are BLM lands - we are currently boondocking in Quartzite, AZ! Thanks again for your thoughtful posts.👍
Just got off the instant message line on their facebook page. They were very kind. Closest Super Center I saw to Quatzite that the lady gave me was up North of Parker, AZ. in Riverside, AZ. She told me each Walmart is different on their RV and Tuck Parking policies. I just imagine like you said, a courtesy call to them or to which ever Walmart you go to I'm showing that's our Walmart located at 100 W Riverside Dr, Parker, AZ 85344 The phone number is (928) 669-2161
You are also welcome to check with us when you're on the road so we can provide you the phone number to the location you'll be visiting. This the information they gave me. So, they're more than happy to make your stay a pleasant one from the way she sounded. Quatzite, AZ. I use to stop there for two things, to refill my big rig when I was a Trucker, eat, shower and sleep. Then get back on the road. The T/A Truck Stop there seemed to have plenty of room to Park. Oh, there use to be a great burger place there in Quartzite to eat, but can't remember the name of it. I think it was a Cafe. Have a safe trip. I hope I can be out there in the future. I'll leave you alone now. This old guy must sleep now. At 65 years old tires quicker.
There's a 'app' for that. I use it all the time. itunes.apple.com/us/app/walmart-app-shopping-savings-catcher-more/id338137227?mt=8
Great advice. The wife and I are about to hit the road and travel. Ive had a hard time selling her on the fact that Walmart is a fact of life for full time RVing. Thanks.
Thanks guys, another really great video! Thanks for all of your hard work producing these and sharing with us!!!! W.
When we head cross country we stop at WalMart, K-Marts, etc for a quick overnight stop all the time. Us mid-westerners call it Boon Docking. We've done this for years and never had a problem. We also use truck stops often but making sure to park in areas where big rigs are not going to park. Most truck stops have a designated area in the front area of the business when they want campers to park. Another point, The way our coach is setup we need to slide our bedroom slide out so we can comfortably get in and out of bed. Keeping the fact the bedroom slide is out I worried about some airhead hitting the slide as they pass so I got some highly reflective yellow 2" wide tape which I put on the ends of both the front and back of the slide. You can also find white/clear reflective tape that would work. The use of this reflective tape gives passerby a heads up that your side is out.
The pet story was hilarious! You just never know. I've done a lot of rest areas but have been wanting to overnight in Walmart. Great video.
Great suggestion parking at Walmart. Thanks
It's a symbiotic agreement/relationship. Campers get a free place to stay and Wal-Mart gets free security.
Michael T not anymore
I don't think the Walmart thing works in Oregon, or at least not Western Oregon where we hail from. That's what our friends are telling us, anyway.
Mic Tod™ I see quite a few RVs in the Walmart super center in Medford, OR. At least at the store on the North side of town, the South Medford store has a much tighter parking lot.
Kool. Perhaps the Walmart stores my friends were telling us about were not Super Stores? I'm happy to learn that some Walmarts may allow trailers, they are always very easy to find when traveling.
We stay in the Medford Wal-Mart every year on our way from southern BC to Arizona... never had a problem, always buy something at the store and leave early in the morning... I think they have signs up saying no overnighting but I don't think they enforce it unless you give them a reason to do so
Cabela's also allows campers to park and has a dump station and usually, non-potable water.
You guys are awesome! Great, informative video! Thank you!
+Raspberry4600 Thanks for your post! 😊😊
Hey guys. Brand new RVers here from Calgary AB Canada. Great video. Love the Style, the vibe you both have, and editing and relaxed pace. Properly captured audio is very much appreciated. Just subscribed. Thank you and here we go Walmart!
you guys are awesome, thanks for the great tips and advice!
A lot of times we will travel during the night and usually RV parks/campgrounds don't let you check in until the afternoon... so... if we arrive in the area at say 5 am, we will park at a Walmart and sleep a couple of hours, then we get our grocery shopping done before we go set-up at the campground. It's just more efficient for us.
Nice video!, We have stayed many times in a Motorhome at Walmart and never an issue. We never put out slides or run the generator for more than a few minutes. There were a few urban areas that didn't really feel safe but we stayed anyway because of the on site security. FYI on I10 going through south Louisiana the Walmarts near the interstate have put up height bars over the entrance to not allow Truck traffic and subsequently, Motorhome or 5th wheeler traffic. Could be a local ordinance but since I couldn't get in the parking lot to do Grocery Shopping they missed my business.
It makes sense to park at a Walmart and shop for supplies and hit the road and rest . I can't say it's safe parking anywhere at a retail chain unless you know your safe and know what you can do to protect yourself. I'm seriously considering buying an R.V and hitting the road with my mom and dad . My brothers are both retiring soon and it would be nice to just go and enjoy the luxury of your own backyard.
hahaha Love the ending! That's really great info you gave. Thanks so much!
FreidasGarden Thanks for watching and for your comment (and for having a sense of humor too, haha). :D
New subscriber here. My wife is talking about possibly buying a Class B RV for when she retires (possibly in the next two years.) So I / we are watching and learning all we can. I had known about Wal-Mart Super Center RV overnight parking for quite some time and am glad to hear your recommendations prior to "landing at one!" Thanks for the info.
Now I understand it. The "People of Walmart" videos all originate from the Trailer Park at the end of he Walmart parking lot. LOL I have stayed in the lot's a time or two and it was nice to know I was safe and that I could just get some much needed rest. Thanks for you video.
We traveled to a State Park in Utah once and we forgot to take daylight savings time into our calculations along with construction traffic and such. We missed getting through the entrance by 20 minutes before they closed it up. Luckily there was a Walmart a dozen miles up the road, so we tried it. My wife was very nervous, but it was actually a decent experience. Also it was super convenient to run inside the store in the morning and do some last minute shopping and get a cup of coffee.
Some plazas that are not owned by Walmart may not allow overnight parking.
I'm in an area were the local Walmart closes at 10pm and there's a three hour parking limit.
It's in a plaza with a lot of other stores, in an area were parking is hard to find.
Our Walmart in Poway, CA will NOT let you park overnight.
True of many California Walmarts.
Hey guys just wanted to share my first adventure I had after buying my travel trailer( which was 3 weeks ago today ha) on our way home from buying our camper we had a blow out on the trailer at 10:30 at night, luckily I hadn't past the exit leading to the only Walmart in town so I pulled over and had to rough it out in the new to us trailer in the mesquite, Nevada parking lot ha. we ran in and grabbed a few this to make it through the night till the tire shop opened. Next weekend we will be taking our first officially planned weekend trip for the 4th of July! Thank you for the fun and informative videos you two are making they truly help keep it up!
So much fun and good info too. What is not to like.
We are new to RVing and the best app i have found is RV Parky. The maps shows Wal-Mart's as well as rest areas, Crackerbarrel and other choices to stop. If you click on Wal-Mart it tells of overnight parking is offered or prohibited. We are planning our first two trips and their trip planning feature is superb. If you are heading to a National or State Park, you insert the destination then search for places to stay. Very eAsy to use and insert into. You can add post it notes to remind you of things you want to see or do at that location, such as lighthouses or historic railroads. Very used friendly and an awesome tool.
Loved you Visio of Wal-Mart tips. Well done.
I love Rvparky