One of the best reasons to have a small RV, and RVs Class C or Class B RV, is the fact that you can get for relatively short periods and get far away from home. You are not as restricted as the great cause of poor gas mileage motorhomes and other problems. For trips where the destination that counts, one night in a convenient Wal-Mart along the route could be the ticket.

Some people laugh at the mention of the night in a Walmart parking lot, or think you should be against the rules. But in reality the company policy allows it, and left to the discretion of local government, and of course local ordinances. Therefore, some places do not allow overnight parking. The general philosophy according to its website, is that "allow overnight parking can increase of single RV'ers for convenience shopping.

Security problems

Walmart parking lots are known to have ample lighting and security cameras. In addition there is usually a fairly constant amount of traffic though the night, so not too isolated. The first time coming to a store is important to explore the area. Drive around the perimeter to get a sense of the layout and traffic routes. By example, there are usually one or two roads from the entrance of parking to the front door, where people drive very fast all night.

Drivable a small RV to drive to the front of the store to see how engaged employees are in store operations. Are they coming to the parking lot to get the cars and clean? It's nice to see an active presence, but is only one aspect of general impressions and the comfort level to stay. If you have questions, ask. Go and ask the service manager to park and whether you should have no concern.

Where to Park

Unless specific instructions on where to park, have to park near the perimeter of the lot, but well within their borders. Since has already made its assessment of the readiness of the earth, you know that the traffic lanes or roads to avoid parking in okay to be near high traffic areas so it is not too isolated, but I will not be on the road or have trouble sleeping due to traffic noise. It is best to park in the lights and security cameras and just block the light from his eyes with a dark cloth and smooth if necessary.

If your dog has to leave overnight, then find a grassy area or the median. At a minimum, leaving space for the steps to go out and you and the dog out in a safe place. Do not park where you have to cross traffic to get to the grassy area. And as always, please pick up after your dog.

How to find a Wal-Mart along its path

GPS is a must for any small rver serious, but keep Walmart is another edition of the Rand McNally road Atlas. Not only are a very reasonable price, but the front and rear sections are conveniently location and other relevant information, such as shops open 24 hours or if the diesel is available. It's really the easiest way to choose which location best fits your schedule and then set the GPS to the shop.

Where to park

Many of the places that allow overnight parking are open 24 hours day. So probably, shopping hours will not be a consideration when shooting at night or leaving in the morning. In general, however, reason to stay at a Wal-Mart is because we are going through on the way to your ultimate destination. Very often you are driving to move forward and continue until it is bedtime but before you're too tired. Give yourself a time window, say, between 8 pm and midnight, to find a good location. By being flexible, you will feel relaxed and be easier to find a location that suits their plans.

In the morning you can grab last-minute supplies, accessories RV, filling water jugs gallon, or maybe just a cup of coffee. Then fill the small RV with gas and head back on the road its destination.

Emma Drake is a Finance Consultant and Marketer whose passions include kayaking, photography, hiking, dogs, good food, fine wine, and exploring life in her Small RV.

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