Rest Area / Truck Stop Etiquette
We will be heading out for a month-long trip in the near future. My itinerary calls for a couple of nights at Walmart, and a Pilot Truck stop on the way. I have checked that the WalMarts we plan t...
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Bob806 wrote:ken56 wrote:
I don't make it a habit to stay in Walmart parking lots or truck stops. Too noisy and busy. I too have to put slides out to access the bed and the kitchen so I find an area as far removed as I can and open it up. I stay hooked up, no awnings or grills or lawn chairs. Common sense.
The couple nights we tried to do Walmarts was not that restful. Like I said, too noisy and busy and too many interesting people out and about in the wee hours. I do my best to find a campground now.
Exactly. You have a camper, might as well camp in a campground. While I get there may be exceptions, like a remote area of the country, you spent your good $$ on a camper, so fork over the $20-50 for a campground. I would never ever consider staying at a Walmart.
I’m with you, spent your money for a nice comfortable, private, secure ride and then cheap out to stay at some shady, noisy rest stop/parking lot.:S
