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1. Airports 2. Colleges & Universities 3. Marinas 4. Shopping malls 5. Hospitals 6. Convention Centers & Arenas 7. Churches 8. Movie theaters 9. Hotels with truck parking 10. Race tracks 11. Public library 12. Police Station or fire dept 13. Kmart 14. Sam’s club 15. Costco, sears and other big box stores 16. Bankrupt stores 17. Warehouses still under construction 18. Pharmacies ( CVS, Walgreens) 19. Food lion , or other grocery stores 20. Fair grounds and county parks 21. Planet fitness 22. Lowes, Home Depot and other large hardware stores 23. Bass pro shops, DICKS and other big sporting goods stores Great video! Thanks you!

I had an old friend (R.I.P. Larry) who used to travel on his motorcycle. He would park behind a church and throw a tarp over his bike as a tent and sleep there. He used to say, "The bad guys don't hang around churches." He said the only time he was ever woke up in the morning was by the church pastor who told him to come inside if he wanted some coffee.

Please remember... When parking at a Truck Stop... These are about the only places we can go when we run out of driving hours. They are generally full by 5pm. Then we get creative with staff's permission to park around the edges. Note... Some of you have figured it out. However, most take up two or three of these spots because of the way you park. We can maneuver our rigs within inches of another rig. We won't do this around an RV, because if we lightly bump it, it will fold like a deck of cards [just imagine if your family was in it at the time!] several times we have to illegally park near a T/S [It can be a $1,000 fine for us.] because RVs have taken the edge parking (... And taken up 2-3 of these spaces because of the way they parked.) Same goes for Rest Areas [which are full early]... If you park a Class A towing a car, or 5th wheel in Semi parking, no problem. If you park a little car and small trailer, then Big Problem. We park in these areas (Truck Stops / Rest Areas) for safety reasons,and because there are very few places to park a Big Rig. Note... Even though we are very tired from driving 11 hours of our 14 hour day. We are friendly and have families and RVs our selves.

We arrived at Williams AZ after dark in February without a reservation. Some parks had procedures for after hours with certain spots available for late arrivals, but everything was covered with snow. We went to the Dollar General (still open) and asked if they knew where we could park overnight and they invited us to use their parking lot. It was lighted and fine for the night.

Glad you mentioned the main point is Ask Permission. We stopped at a strip mall once and asked and was told No but there was a Sheriff Deputy there who said Go about 5 miles down road and stay at our sub station. Water and 30 amp was available.

Stayed at WalMart one night in Franklin TN but after that night moved for Sam's as it was WAY WAY quieter. Also they said we could plug into the power on the light pole which was a shock. Apparently they like the extra security the parking lot gets by having RV'ers supply. We did buy a ton of stuff from Sam's so it was a win win.

Went into a small grocery store and asked where there was camping available. The owner called the local mayor....he gave us permission to camp overnite in the down town public parking. Being from Alaska is always aa great curiosity to many

Ski resorts in the “off season.” Outside of times when there is snow on the ground, there is usually plenty of room in the parking lots and as a bonus, you may end up at a place with great hiking trails, mountain biking trails, great views, and great swimming holes in summer months.

Appreciate your comment "leave it better than you found it". If we all lived like that, the world would be a beautiful place. Also appreciate your scene transitions. Very smooth.

I had a trucking business for 16 years and have retired into a Class A Motor Coach that’s 42’ long and pull a 30’ enclosed trailer with extended tongue. When you do the math you can see that I’m as long as or longer than most semis on the highway. I purchase Diesel at any truck stop that I stay at, and ALWAYS park as far away from the building as possible so the drivers don’t have to walk as far. Truck Stop parking is always the last resort. We usually stay at Lowes or Jome Depo. I have had some amazing conversations with the truck drivers that park next to my rig. My RV has La Boheme in big letters on the windshield, so if you ever see me introduce yourself and I will offer you a beverage. ~Big Dawg~

As a veteran, and a member of the VFW and The American Legion, I will contact the commander of a post and ask to spend the night. This is usually done by searching an area I want to stop and see if there are any VFW or American Legions nearby. If so, then a Google map search of the parking lot is in order. If it looks reasonable in size, then I contact the commander through email or a phone call. If they are still open when you arrive, go in and have a drink or two and meet some of the local veterans. It is a great way to support their post and have some fun too.

I am a retired owner of a funeral home and it happened twice that someone asked to park in my parking lot. I said sure since we weren’t busy at those times.

1st time visiting your channel. I was finishing my last few days working at the hospital. My commute was 3 hours EACH WAY, including the ferry ride. I rented a room near the hospital and walked about 1 1/2 miles each way. I had already moved out of the room-rental but still had a few days of work left. I parked the rv in the annex building parking lot. I put a sign on the driver's window with my name, phone and where I worked. I spent 3 nights there. No problems.

We’ve stay at Bass Pro, Cabela’s, City and County parks, Camping World and Wildlife Fish & Game and National Forests. Campendium is our go to app for these.

I love Harvest Hosts. Nothing like waking up to a view of the alpacas or a lovely winery.

In Florance Oregon the marina has a RV park and you can pull up to the river and look out and see the boats. Walk to the Old Town area and have some great food and live music. The rates are lower the the State Parks.

I have stayed in closed down Kmart and other closed down stores with no problem. I have had to stay at truck stops most recently due to blown tire and dead battery. I prefer truck stops I have no problem with the noise. My late husband was a truck mechanic so I feel more at home around the trucks.

Another good place is pop up carnival locations and fairs. You can blend in as a Carnie

We spent 4 nights in the far end of an American Home Furniture store in Rockford, IL. It was our first boondocking experience and we enjoyed walking to nearby restaurants.

Couple of times we have stayed at larger RV dealerships. Talk about blending in!!! Knock on the door, we are waiting for the parts department to open. TP is a part right?

Consider some Casinos, they want you to come in to gamble, wind, dine, see a show but you don't have to spend much. Clubs like VFW, ELKS etc, 24 Fitness and Lifetime Fitness; these I've used MANY times but I was a member though. I'm also retired military; many bases offer dirt cheap camping.

Funny as it may seem, I lived in my car next to the old police station for a year or so. I was only checked out once. I would move daily and, had other spots. People would give me shit like teasing but I was the only one that was 'ballsy' enough to kerp doing it. I was discreet and never did anything to arouse the police, never left garbage etc.I was homeless and always kept trying to get on my feet.

It's funny. My last job, I worked at a small airport and lived there. I lived in my RV and downsized to living in my car. Now I live in a sticks and bricks house with my husband. ❤️

One of our favorites is casino docking. We've stayed at some where they have a dedicated RV lot, and even one with power available. Even if you don't gamble, they generally have restaurants and entertainment you can use to make a courtesy purchase. Often they have 24 hour security patrols and shuttles to the casino from the satellite RV lot.

Heck I use the Police Dept, for FB Marketplace or Craigslist Transactions, I make custom knitwear, and the local PD is more than happy to let me Use their lobby. I've even made a few items for the Officers, Navy Blue Knit headbands are a big hit with the Female Officers.

We just got home from a five week trip out west. We found that casinos on Native American reservation land were excellent. They all permitted us to stay overnight. Some offered just a parking lot. Some offered full hookups at a very reasonable price. One even had eight full hookup spots at no charge. All had security and excellent restaurants.

Jal, New Mexico, has 6 free, fully serviced camping sites in a town park, 3 night maximum stay. We love it!

Personally, when my ex & I spent a winter in her Saturn Sl200, we used to bounce around from different apartment complexes in our area & just park up. As long as there was no "No parking" signs, anywhere was fair game though. Tints make stealth camping so much easier, no matter where you go. & like you mentioned, we also had a membership at Planet Fitness. Where we were able to shower daily. Whenever we felt like it.

I see RVs (and other truck drivers) parked along the curbs of rest areas near truck parking. Please inform everyone not to do that. I mostly haul oversized and over length loads. Cannot count how many times I spent the night on the shoulder of the interstate because I have no other options. I am sure nobody intends to be rude. But you do not know what you do not know. Thanks guys happy travels.

Having run security at shopping malls, I strongly suggest talking with either security or the property management because they often DON’T allow overnight parking due to liability.

dude almost 6 minutes until you start sharing info?

Thank you! There's a lot of good free info right here, and dozens of ignorant people complaining about the way it's presented. It is possible to fast forward if your time is that limited. I'm heading to MN from NH and back again for Thanksgiving and will probably break it up into a few days travel each way. I'll try some of these suggestions! My problem is making firm plans, I like to wing it!

We actually stayed in a closed Shopko parking lot last night in Wetmore Michigan. Free and we were the only ones here. Perfect! Thanks 🙏

In Missouri, lots of State conservation areas allow free camping. Also, many listed river access areas allow camping.

Stayed over night in a hospital parking lot for a colonoscopy early the next morning. We were way out in the back away from everyone and no one bothered us. Very convenient for the prep. Just rolled out of bed and checked in.

We were at Cabelas in Hamburg, Pa. yesterday and there were at least 7 RV's there when we left about 7:30 PM. They were parked at various spots neat the outer area of the parking lot.

Some public utilities have overnight parking or even 3 day stays for free and most City Waste Water Treatment plants will have a free RV waste dump.

The joy of RVing for us is the freedom it provides - freedom from people, noise, strict planning, and especially schedules! Free and easy access to overnight stops enables this freedom. Thank you all for sharing your secret spots. We are retired Army Vets and have great luck overnighting at service organizations (VFW/Legions etc without memberships), and mom-n-pop cafes where we have had dinner (we ask after eating and paying the bill, and usually have breakfast there too). We've also had great luck staying in small-town church and post office parking lots. Sometimes, we just pull over on a back road where it is scenic or quiet and has a wide or double culvert entrance/gate to a field or not-so-obvious place. lol Then, if by chance someone does need to enter we aren't blocking access. Safe and happy travels to all.

We parked for two nights at Camping World in Rapid City, SD, with power and water! They allow any Good Sam's members stay if they have space available. We could several others allowed it as well.

* Unusual spots to camp at, very helpful info. While not free, I stay at a 'city park' campground each Summer. In the off season it's where boaters store their yachts & boats, for the Winter. It opens up to RVers & tenters in the Spring as they move their boats off the property & allow camping per reservation, but again not free. Similar to Sam's Club is BJ's, a big box store system in Massachusetts. There are lots of large Lumber/hardware facilities here too.

Love all these suggestions! We have stayed in a Marina Parking Lot. They need room for large boats on trailers...and there was plenty of room for us. (Tahoe with a 20ft TT) Also stayed in a grocery store parking lot. Lots of room. Church parking lot on Sat, provided a worship opportunity on Sun! YES...we asked in advance about staying, and when possible, supported the business!

In my Town Lowe’s they told me know due to Insurance. I went down the street to Tractor Supply. They even said that they would check up on me to make sure I was safe 🤗

Cabela's has rv parking for free. They even have a dump station. The only problem I had was the amount of money I spent in the store.

Your beginning statements is definitely ideal & highly encouraged, and I wish EVERYONE conducts themselves the same way to help insure there will ALWAYS be nice legal places to park overnight.

RV dealers usually have long curbs along thier fenced lots. I've stayed on the street at RV dealers over night and have had no problems. You fit right in and don't look out of place. I figured if asked what I was doing there, I would say I was waiting for parts or something like that. I've never been asked.

One night we stayed near but not in the truck stop. The road was well lit and there were several other truckers parked along this road which made us feel safer. Happy travels, thanks for the tips!

Hey Tom, here's a few additional favourites from Australia:- 1) Gravel Pits:- Found in rural locations these are graded, gravel surfaced roadside areas previously established by road maintenance crews for storage of their equipment when doing road repairs and upgrades. 2) Sports Ground Car Parks:- Typically found in country towns. 3) New Housing Estates:- We've stayed at a few of these where all of the roadways and infrastructure is complete but no houses there yet. 4) Industrial Estates:- Often these are quiet and pretty much deserted areas suitable for an overnighter. Thanks for your site , Downunda, Melbourne Australia

Stayed at a fairgrounds rv park in Farmington, NM. There was a charge in 2017 (which is now $ 30 for water and electric sites). There is a dump station available. Nothing special as it was a gravel lot but it was fairly quiet, right along a fast moving river during the 1st week of May, security at night but only 2-3 other campers during a non-event week.

I have parked at 24 hour stores like Walgreens and grocery stores, and on the street between a couple of motels. I also parked at a 24 hour IHOP. I'm in a van and find it easier to blend in to the surroundings.

Hi Tom. I’ve noticed Cheri hasn’t been in the past two or three videos. Is she ok? Thanks for the overnight tips, much appreciated. safe travels and God Bless.

We live on an island in Canada, actually our whole province is an island and we camp on marinas a lot, we have even had fisherman that use these wharves regularly come over and tell us to plug into their electrical outlet, how wonderful is that.

Hi Tom. I have camped in a tent at a municipal airport-OshKosh Wisconsin Airshow. We are taking our camper to an Airshow next month-Wings Over North Georgia airshow! Happy Camping!

Had no idea there were so many possible location ! Thought Cracker Barrel, Walmart or Rest Stop were it 🤔 Safe Travels ❤

When i was living out of my car I would go to hospitals and sleep in my car when i felt unsafe . but now with the plauge not sure i would do hospitals much . Thankful to God I now have a real bed and bath. I do miss the ability and adventure to go anywhere .This country is so worth the effort to see it before we have to say our good bye . Get off the couch go .💖🤠💖

That's right! If one is not willing to pick up after themselves, then they have NO business there. PERIOD! Great tips, thank you for sharing!

We’ve stayed at casinos. Some have a special area some just tell you where to park. Free!!

I spent 4 days at an huge Expo Center in Louisiana it was built to accommodate RV's with elec. and water connections, was only $35.00 per night, not much else available near New Orleans under $100.00 Dog show one week prior to my stay then huge Country Music gathering ,lots of fun meeting the dogs and some of the people.

I’ve had mostly good experiences with City parks and they are quite, secure and with partial or full hookups. Most with hookups charged $10-$15 a night though.

I've seen at least one race in every state, and every province in Canada, and you can camp at most, but not all, race tracks, and ON RACE NIGHTS ONLY. Some may even have a campground. Some charge but most do not, and some can't because of city ordinances. As a matter of fact, if it's a major race you may not have room because the spots have already been taken by the race fans who camp. I usually call or email ahead to check, and remind them when I get there, mainly because they may have a gate to lock at the end of the night. It can happen. By all means, go in and see a race. It's always great to see more people in the stands, and sometimes the food is outstanding. For me, I don't take up much room, because I'll be on my motorcycle and use a tent. Maybe I'll see you there.

Something he didn't say, but its really the elephant in the room: clean up other people's trash as well as your own if you want RVs to be invited back. Don't feel resentful, feel gracious and grateful when you do this. Sorry to bring the bad news, but recently there's a new crop of homeless van dwellers. They don't want to be homeless, but have not considered their homelessness might be a long term. They may feel resentful, and be acting out of ignorance of etiqiuette. You are there voluntarily, are well mannered, have resources (and buy stuff from the store I hope). Try to make the less tidy ones aware that we are guests who are there voluntarily and will be blessed to continue have free RV places if we can keep them clean (and buy some stuff). As we don't cleanup after others, we are all being tarred with a bad reputation. Business has witnessed Walmart's ban, and they are taking heed. Desperate people don't buy stuff and leave an toxic and unhygienic mess they have to pay employees to clean up. The The workplace health act requires employees wear expensive gear when dealing with bio hazzards. Or even call an contractor. Towns don't even want truck-stops. But towns people like to eat food. Where are the truckers supposed to sleep after travelling all night across country to bring them dinner? Those who host strangers may be hosting angels without knowing it. I am a smoker. I've learned to pick up other peoples butts because no smokers think it was me. They don't care who put the butts there, they just want them gone, or they will insist on no more smoking there. Same with Wallmart, and the list of banned places will grow until all RVs get a bad rap. Like it or not, we are required to self police. They know we don't, its because we can afford to stay at an RV park for $75 a night

Have stayed at Home Depot, Albertson's, Walmart, a church a couple times, vacant abandoned restaurants along interstates.

Thanks for the video, very helpful! 💯⛺️👍🏼 LOVING ❤️our full-time RV Life!

We've stated at a community fairground once, and found out the following day that they had 'power' sites, so we decided to stay an additional day, as there was a Rodeo going on the next day, so we moved into an area which had power! We've also stayed at the Cabela's on the south end of Salt Lake City, which has a place to dump your tanks and get water! The location where you can park free does have quite a slant to it...but it's free, so you just have to do some adjusting to get as level as you can, for the right price of course, which is free. We did patronize the location the next morning, and doing so I'm sure helps to alleviate any costs to Cabelas.

So where was that campground at with the membership you mentioned would really like to know love your rig and fifth wheel and love everything you share lots of great tips keep up the great work

The Cabelas on the interstate (I think 84/90) in North west Indiana just before Chicago has rv/big rig parking off to the side with dump and think water. They even fenced dog run.

North of Ft. Worth there is a Cabelas with a humongous parking lot. There is one part that is set aside for one night camper parking. I think I might have seen a couple of electric hookups. But look it up. I realize it's so much easier for me as a van camper than folks with looong RVs.

Great job you guys I’ve only used a half a dozen of those suggestions but now I’ve got another 18 to go! Thomyt

****Please make sure you have permission to park at a fire station!! Talk to a chief (usually wearing a white shirt). If approved make sure you park where you are told. Calls can come at any time crews might be arriving or departing at anytime. After an incident crews from other stations might arrive for supplies. Of all your suggestions this would be lowest on the list. And don't assume you could park at an "unstaffed" station. Volunteers will be in a hurry to respond and might not park all that well blocking you in or you could block their emergency vehicles.****

We parked at race tracks so many times and also at a Marina in New Jersey for a small fee. We could see the Statue of Liberty National Monument from our spot.

Great video! I’ve done a lot of boondockin in my 09 Chevy Impala all across the country, Walmarts, gas stations, rest stops and the occasional trailhead parking lot.

We have had success with cafes/diners with large lots. We pull in have a late dinner and ask (managers) if we could spend the night. So far it is a yes unless the town has an ordinance against it.

Tom, you should have made it clear that the #1 reason for not being able to park at Walmart is local ordinances that are changing constantly. Last years regs aren't necessarily valid this year. Plan ahead more than just a few hours so plan b can be formed.

If I owned a big NASCAR type racetrack, I would open up my outside the track campgrounds on non race weeks just to make some extra money

We have stayed at Cabela's in SC and PA when we had to make a quick trip to NH

It is much easier to blend in when there are other vehicles around and businesses are busy during the day. If you can work it out with your schedule, take a siesta during the day, and drive at night. Local police and store owners will be looking for vehicles overnighting illegally once the sun goes down and everyone else goes home. Most places make it illegal to park "overnight", but not during the day.

Hospitals, and Hotels, and shopping malls, your just asking for that knock on the door in the middle of the night from Security.

Thanks for the info and the free trial of The Dyrt. Subscribed!

Good video,but here in Long Island NY we have many signs saying no overnight parking or you will be towed. As I do have a 37ft toy hauler myself I stick with Cracker Barrel and bass pro shops/Cabelas.stay safe all RVers….

We camped at a city park that allowed overnight camping. It was adjacent to a rail line, and there was a crossing nearby. Turned out it was a busy rail line during the night, and all the trains blew their horns as they approached the crossing. Live and learn!

I've used Hotel parking lots, churches, parks, fairgrounds, convention centers (some have full hookups). Some cities in Texas offer free parking for a couple of nights with hookups.

As retired veterans we have stayed at VFW parking lots. American Legion’s and Fleet Reserve Association. Just let them know that you need to stay 👍

A Boondocker host told us about parking at Casinos. Some have designated sites, some have hookups. There might be a fee, but the bonus is that there is security.

You are correct in regards to Universities! I have parked over night in front of PSU and you do get to use the WiFi! Kaiser has also let me spend the night if you have an appointment the next day. The local mall however did ticket me after 8 daytime hours, and we were at the mall the entire time. The restaurants were still open so it was a warning they are not okay with any long term stay. Thank you for the video! Jennifer

I think a great vlog would be about "How you respond when/if you get that knock on the door in the middle of the night" You could help others with the initial fear when someone knocks and the best way to cooperate and stay safe at the same time.

I’m just looking into getting my large family an rv for my family and I wanted to be sure I proceed respectfully and comfortably so I really appreciate this video especially the rv manners at the beginning lol

Last year we stayed in a closed K-Mart parking lot - right next door to Walmart in Deming, NM. Since it was an empty parking lot we were not the only RVers overnighting there. Even truckers overnight there. A police car drove through a couple times while we were there. In fact a police car was sitting in the lot when we entered and parked.

Thank you for sharing these tips however, not sure some of them would make use of them all as do not feel comfortable to even ask a church or park in an abandon store parking lot.

In California, Arizona and Texas I have parked my 18 wheeler on the road beside big warehouses. Some of those roads are extremely wide and other trucks will park there. Also warehouses that are for sale or lease are good places to park. Casinos are good for parking also.

Casinos are great for rv parking. Some even have rv parking at no charge.

I lived in Vermont for most of my life and leaves will be starting to turn in late August in the northern parts. Or New York, New Hampshire or Maine.

Thank you for the great info!

Interesting video! Thank you for the info. We've stayed for free at two places that surprised us as options. Both went very well. Always ask first! One was the Welcome center for a new state we entered, and they had a dump station, too. Also noticed another regional welcome/visitor center, which we didn't use, but they had hookups and a dump station. The other was the visitor center at a shared National Park/State Park site (Indiana Dunes). No RV services, but they had picnic tables, trash receptacles, and the public restrooms you could use until they closed. Safe travels!

we've stayed at a church, Lowes, Home depot, strip mall and one of the Civic centers overnight. All were quiet and we left them clean.

This was SUPER helpful!! Thanks!

I’ll be retired IAFF, We wouldn’t care if someone spent a night in the lot but if we go on a run at night you’d be required to run out to the edge of the road and yell “ go get’em brothers!!!!” for each call 😂😂

On the East Coast and Midwest Toll Roads the Travel Plazas have RV parking with 50/30/20 Amp Electric power for $10.00. We’ve used them in Ohio and Indiana but I also saw RV parking in New Jersey this year but didn’t stay for the night.

We actually stayed two nights, near the beach, in Gulfport, Ms. at City Hall parking lot. It was New Years weekend and of course no one was around.

The majority if the time when WalMart doesn’t allow over night is the city has ordinance against over night. WalMarts mostly want campers cause they will shop. It’s the cities that have the laws against it.

Cracker Barrel is my go to place to stop. Also the Quilt Museum in Paducah KY.