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charming
Oct 07, 2013Explorer
We are new to RV'ing but have done a lot of driving on the east coast. It is important to know that each state determines how their land is used. Some states allow overnight parking at rest areas, others do not. I think once you know where you plan to visit you can look for info on rest areas.
Walmart and retail parking for overnights is an even more diverse issue. Not only is it up to the retailer or owner of the parking lot, but also local laws. In my area most communities do not allow over night in parking lots. Probably because we have wall to wall private and public campgrounds. ;)
I would not risk private land due to the problem called - trespassing.
I am a planner/plotter. Before I leave home I have to have a pretty good idea of where I will be sleeping that night (yeah, I know, in my RV). I'm not good at winging it. I am allowing us some leeway on that when we take a long road trip, knowing we will be making our plans a little more on the spot and not all reservations with confirmations 3 months in advance.
Good luck and post back on your adventures.
Walmart and retail parking for overnights is an even more diverse issue. Not only is it up to the retailer or owner of the parking lot, but also local laws. In my area most communities do not allow over night in parking lots. Probably because we have wall to wall private and public campgrounds. ;)
I would not risk private land due to the problem called - trespassing.
I am a planner/plotter. Before I leave home I have to have a pretty good idea of where I will be sleeping that night (yeah, I know, in my RV). I'm not good at winging it. I am allowing us some leeway on that when we take a long road trip, knowing we will be making our plans a little more on the spot and not all reservations with confirmations 3 months in advance.
Good luck and post back on your adventures.
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