9 SECRET STEALTH CAMPING SPOTS YOU PROBABLY DON'T KNOW ABOUT (solo female van life)

[@michaelpayne3952]

Hospital parking lots. Usually the local small town hospital is marked on the Interstate. Patients and visitors come and go all day and night in every kind of vehicle you can think of. There is even a cafeteria inside if you like the food and of course clean bathrooms .

[@Seattleskindoc]

And some family’s stay in RVs to visit their hospitalized family members.

[@davidpierce4949]

24-hour Casinos! Lots of night hawks gamble. Park as if you're inside losing $$. I've never had a problem. Bonus: free coffee in morning.

[@UntamedAustin]

Nearly every Indian Casino I have been by.

[@ryancaldwell9463]

One thing I saw a van life talk about with a hotel they went to; it was one with a security guard in a little car who literally watched them come in and not get out of the car to go check in to the hotel. They were there like 15-20 mins before the guard knocked on th door and said they couldn’t stay there. So that may be a thing. A security guard driving around a parking lot may make you feel safer, but you may also be one of the people they’re trying to shoo away. 😂

[@michellestratford9753]

I managed hotels for 30 years. We always had people coming in asking if they could park overnight, and if we weren't full, we had no problem with it 😊 Thanks for the great tips! ❤️🇨🇦

[@JackiBigger]

I’ve parked in large church parking lots. I usually parked where i wasn’t visible to public.

[@Greeneyes972]

In GA it's illegal and you get in trouble.

[@dzeyo651]

in my area of nw florida, churches are a favorite traffic ambush base for sheriffs ..

[@edwardlulofs444]

I stopped to sleep in a small town in northern CA. Just before dawn I was awakened by a noise. I went out to see a deer eating fruit from a tree and had pulled a branch down that tapped on my truck. I told it to go away but it ignored me. It was very accustomed to people.

[@storychasing]

Lol at least it was just the deer and not a bear. I actually had a cow one time rubbing up against my van when I was in Colorado.

[@edwardlulofs444]

@@storychasing Cattle rub on everything. I had a hay farm for a while and the neighboring cattle were always damaging the fences.

[@dawnhertz1014]

We had terrible fires here this summer, OKanagan Valley, British Columbia. Home Depot sectioned off an area for evacuees to park their rvs. Hurray for them!

[@edflaherty1887]

Amtrak train station parking lots . They may charge you, but not a lot. When I take. the train I pay $10.00 for my parking for for 24 hours. The station will have restrooms, food and a small convenient store - depending on the size of the station. You will fit right in at an RV dealer. Just park near the service area because you have plates on you rig. Larger county fairs in the summer are good as you will fit right in with a carnival worker that has an RV .

[@dchall8]

Rodeo events will have overnight campers as well.

[@sandwiches-o3f]

That is a lot

[@robertlutz2244]

#10 SECRET STEALTH CAMPING SPOT is church parking lots! No one seems to be talking about them. The larger the church, the better. Also, when you are stealth camping at any of the 9 places described above it's usually much better to actually back in to your spot so that if you have you leave in a hurry during the night, you can pull out and away faster.

[@anthonyrobino145]

I couldn’t park my van at a church for 30 seconds so I can locate a customer real quick when I was locksmithing for the public still, I don’t know how you’re so blessed lol

[@robertlutz2244]

@@anthonyrobino145 Whaaat? Makes no sense.

[@ToriLynnH]

I was told "No" when I asked to park in a church lot.

[@Raminakai]

Churches don't want the liability.

[@Take_a_breath208]

Seems like they don’t want to be Christ like and help people. Churches…. Don’t abide by Christ. Aren’t welcoming.

[@chadfaulkner3600]

I have a truckers pro tip for you. We know your there. We know what your doing. But no one cares especially if your not bothering anyone else.

[@RobertPhlps]

The word you're looking for is "you're"

[@kyungshim6483]

Park and Ride parking lots. Apartment/Townhouse visitor parking spaces or street parking in front of apartments or townhouses. Street parking in front of senior living apartments.

[@shawneeb3771]

Great information and I think it is so important not to use your pull outs and don't leave a mess. So many great places no longer allow overnight parking because of the messes some people leave behind so please keep it clean no matter where you park.

[@storychasing]

Shawnee B 😊 Sigh.....yes, it is true. Places are cracking down on these places because of those who ruin for everyone else. It's just pathetic that people can't clean up after themselves and be courteous and respectful.

[@MamaMailisha]

Yes! My mama taught me to leave it CLEANER than you found it. Pay it forward. (Clearly, some people missed the memo on that.)

[@edcook9747]

The more people keep posting these where and how vids, the more crack downs will happen. If you tell the world, they won’t be under the radar any longer. How difficult is that to figure out?

[@Lilione111]

It’s great to help van lifers to live & park safely & successfully…but the some of these are shared, the more doing it, the more places like hotels etc will clamp down & make it more difficult. Hopefully, everyone will stay stealthy & not overstay their welcome in order to stay under the radar, in order to keep these going for everyone 😀

[@rachelcarlsonnotesfromthenomad]

We have THE best rest area in Oregon that, during the holidays, had hot coffee, cocoa AND warm homemade cookies!! This was all pre-Covid of course. Yeah, yeah…don’t take warm cookies from a complete stranger in Oregon. To be fair, the woman had to be in her 70’s so I didn’t feel threatened by her. We had the loveliest conversation. Cheers to GOOD humans at rest areas!

[@joeyojoeyo3613]

Was a long haul Trucker for years. Only once was I uncomfortable in a rest area. No lighting. Well lit areas are safer.

[@beckyraver7959]

I love how different people calls thing by different names depending on where they comes from or simply because their families said them that way! ❤❤❤ we've always caught it pull off she kept saying pull out.. makes sense both ways I guess! I heard people in places in the middle of the United States call all soda pops coke... lol. We call coke coke and a sprite a sprite but they are both pop! I just love hearing what others call things! ❤

[@amberbeaty7353]

I love the idea of adding the motion sensor lights. Great tips of stealthy spots.

[@storychasing]

It’s definitely good to have.

[@MamaMailisha]

Yes! I love that idea.

[@DD-gk2jc]

​@@storychasingwhere did you get your motion sensor lights.

[@magician2020]

The first time you tell someone your secret, it is no longer a secret. Nice view.

[@robertk7484]

Illinois has decent rest areas. Never had a problem with 8hr stays

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍🤩💝Good tips. I have used many of the options you mentioned when I’ve been on roadtrips in my SUV. I’m petite enough to sleep in the 3rd row of my SUV. I’ve even stayed at a Rest Stop for more than 12-24 hours because I was too sick with a migraine to drive. No one gave me any problem (& I didn’t cause any problems). I felt safe because they had staff cleaning the bathrooms, common area, changing trash containers & the parking lot. I would have went to a hotel but I was too sick to drive another inch. I put in my earplugs & put on my blackout eye mask and slept slept slept. 🙏💝

[@tamismith11]

Hi Amber. I am in a hotel parking lot now! I have had good luck asking at the front desk if I can stay and have never been turned down. I sleep so much better when I ask. I have offered $20 and they always say no, don’t worry about it.. I like smaller hotels not close to the highway. So much quieter. I’m in the upper peninsula of Michigan where there is a ton of camping but sometimes it can a lot of driving to find those spots.

[@storychasing]

Very good tips. I agree with the sleep too.

[@georgeelder8415]

Walmart in the Yoop has allways worked for me... ps. Don't tell anyone... ;-)

[@tiltawhorled]

I live near a boat launch and I would say - even if it looks big/like there’s a lot of room for you - DONT DO THIS. People come with a boat on a trailer and launch for the day. They need to park there with their big long boat trailer. If your RV is in the way they can’t use the lot the way it’s meant to be used. It might be fine for a few hours at night. There are also usually cameras there. The lots at rural put-ins for boats seem to be pretty big/look roomy when they’re empty. But the local fishermen often start arriving 4-5 am in their trucks pulling boats on trailers and they intend to park there. But if your camper/jumper van/SUV/tiny home on wheels is berthed there for the night you probably won’t get a knock. But you won’t be stealth. I wouldn’t try doing it 2 nights.

[@georgeelder8415]

Definitely stay out of everybody's way... Fisherman might start to arrive by 4am...

[@miamiflorida6965]

@Amber, your last video left me feeling bad about what some jerks said about you in the comments. #1 your ab awesome independant women. #2 my mom use to.tell me "you can please some of the people some of the time, but you can never please ALL of the people all of the time. You're AWESOME - don't 4get that, and I 💗 your channel and content and you're a brave woman, to travel solo!🙏

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍💡Oooh another stealth parking spot that I’ve used in a crunch is an auto repair shop parking lot (for example a big chain tire shop) in after they closed and out early before any employees arrived to open - no problem at all. 💝

[@sandwiches-o3f]

Cameras, dude.

[@LovingAtlanta]

@@sandwiches-o3f - 👍Yes there are cameras. I don’t mind and really appreciate the cameras because I know I’m safer (especially as a solo female). No one is reviewing camera footage unless there is an issue / damage / theft on their lot. I’ve stayed there when I was on a road trip and no highway Rest Stop nearby. It’s not a place where I would regularly sleep in the vehicle every night. I’ve also parked at the police station when I only needed a couple of hours for a quick nap. No problem at all.

[@SusanBame]

Just so you know, Oregon has put up "no overnight parking" signs in all of my favorite pullouts overlooking the coast. For several years Iʻve parked for free anywhere between the California border and Bandon. I think Iʻve noticed two "wide spots" off the side of the road now that donʻt have signs. Iʻll be using the 777 Casino parking lot now, and taking off for the coast for the day. Thanks for your tips! Love the motion light!

[@storychasing]

Susan Bame 😊 Casinos are great too. I've had several people say that to me about Oregon, but I was just there and didn't have any problems finding spots to pull out. The closer to a city or town the pull out is where I typically see the "no overnight" signs.

[@jesuscross9]

Really like your videos. I saw the one on "is stealth camping legal" and really liked it. Told myself I wasn't going to watch anymore camper van videos, but got drawn in by that title. Then I found it to be very fun to watch. It didn't have that pretentious vibe that many do, and I've watched hundreds. I loved the down to earth home feel of your channel so I subscribed. I have a Ram Pro I built out and plan on some day getting to hit the road and travel. I just can't right now because I care for my bed ridden mother. I spend a lot of time in my van and sleep in our driveway about 5 days a week to get a feel for what it will be like. God's best to you. Thanks for the little escape I feel while watching.

[@tvmojo]

I have that same light! I've heard too that you can mount them on the underside to discourage critters from crawling under your rig.

[@kathleenmerrick8102]

Great tips Amber! what about hospitals? They are open 24 hours, I live in Burlington, VT and some of our parking areas are parking free or a small fee bout $8.40 for a 24 hour period, that is not bad. usually safe and good lighting

[@UntamedAustin]

Every Hospital has security and they are usually patrolled. If you have a family member in the Hotel then perhaps. Otherwise you might want to ask if you see a security officer or patrol driving around. Hotels usually have cameras in the lots as well..

[@sandwiches-o3f]

That is way too expensive for most of us.

[@kathrinetownes1812]

Last resort option : hospital ER parking lot

[@jaytabac6525]

great video. the underlying theme is to use logic, common sense and be smart about it. that rule will apply to all stealth camping. after 6 years of stealth camping, we have received 2 knocks out of about 200 nights. we love camping by the water. wether it is by the shores of a river, or a lake, there is often a good place to park. sometimes the areas are developed, other times it is BLM land. also, you have access to water so it is a great place to fill up your tanks or take a swim !! One stealth campaign area that i have used that was not mentioned was ski hills (in the summer) the ski area parking lots are huge and mostly abandoned. you are almost always in a gorgeous spot with a huge mountain across the lot. there is usually no one there at night, but there are people who come in the day to hike or bike. if you want to be super stealthy, you can pull in between or behind the huge snow machines or tractors that are parked for the season. the same goes for golf courses in the winter (primarily in the north) as they are closed for the season and offer huge empty lots that are predominantly abandoned for the winter months.

[@brucehalleran1149]

Thank you for that. In the east, finding places where you don't trigger the "no fun allowed" squad can be tough. Off season recreational facilities is a great idea.

[@Avacadofrommexicoyeah]

I think a lot of these places host weddings and corporate retreats in summer and they may have ziplining and other stuff like a mtn coaster. Did you do it long ago?

[@CricketsBay]

You can check the ski area's website and see which ones do not host weddings or have ziplining in the Summer.

[@allanstanley9590]

Hey Amber... recently I had to take a member of our family to the hospital late at night. As they were going to be sometime going through tests I searched the neighbourhood nearby and found many streets that did not have any overnight parking restrictions, so I was able to get some rest overnight in my car. So your style of van would probably fit right in. Just sayin'

[@sanjuancapo2862]

Wow! You look so refreshed and revived after all that ocean air. Great video. Great tips! Thank you.

[@storychasing]

San Juan Capo Thank you. That's very kind of you to say so. 💕 Have a wonderful week!

[@bonilla2022]

Great content. Best of luck. Happy Trails. 😎👍

[@CraftsandMorewithDonnaJackson]

Awesome info Amber. I'm actually staying in a hotel parking lot now. I also have a couple of private business' when I'm working that will let me stay in their lot. I have stayed in Truck stops that allow cars. But very loud at times. I love the motion sensor light idea and heading to the link now. Hope you're having a spectacular week,☺️💗

[@storychasing]

Crafts and More with Donna Jackson Thank you. That's very kind of you to say so. 💕 Have a wonderful week too!

[@jenniferdeleon8954]

Thank you for the helpful information Amber! Hope all is well with Lily and you!! Lots of love 💜💙

[@storychasing]

You are so welcome! We're doing well Jennifer. Thanks so much!

[@jenniferdeleon8954]

@@storychasing you’re welcome!

[@terrigerhardt6649]

Oh I love your hair! I stopped coloring mine too a few years ago and it’s just so freeing! I think you are adorable!!

[@storychasing]

Terri Gerhardt Thank you very much! 😊🙏

[@dianeericson7900]

LOVE this video. So well done. Thank you.

[@CellasChariot]

Tons of great tips...love it!! You are just a wealth of knowledge Amber. Hope things are going better for you!

[@storychasing]

Lol well experience helps with that knowledge. Yes we’re definitely doing better. 💕

[@CellasChariot]

@@storychasing I’m so so glad to hear that. Kisses to Lily 💕

[@keyplayer5]

Such good information Amber! Thanks for being willing to share this with us. 💕

[@storychasing]

Of course.

[@moongold9025]

Very informative video Amber. Thank you for sharing! I Loved the ocean sounds in the background. One of my favorites indeed. Safe travels to you and the precious Lily 🧡

[@storychasing]

You’re so welcome.

[@pattiamaya4671]

I live in Austin and it's true Texas has beautiful rest stops. When I drive to So. CA, I am always comfortable stopping. Just fyi you might see a house near a Rest Stop in TX. The state provides free housing and salary, and the resident is responsible for maintaining the Rest Stops in the area.

[@dchall8]

About 15 years ago Texas built some unbelievable rest stops complete with wifi. One I remember in The Panhandle was like a museum inside with pictures and plaques describing the local history.

[@edflaherty1887]

Medium size hospitals that do not have parking garages may work. Lot's pf people come and go 24/ 7 between employees and visitors. Car dealerships are good after business hours as your van may be presumed to be there overnight for maintenance that takes more than a day. Also gyms that reopen 24/7 re good. any dinner that is open all night may work. Any auto repair shops could work as explained above. Smaller regional airports are a thought. One may pay say $20.00 to park for 24 hours, but no one will bother you and you are night. Small airports do not have a lot of flights between 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM Also the airport will have restaurants , restrooms, vending machines, ect.

[@rhonda9475]

It’s so nice to see you here, doing what you do best! Guiding and education! You have your glow back! Safe journeys!

[@storychasing]

Thank you so much!

[@exploringrvdude7817]

Also, street parking next to a hotel/motel is something I've done a lot of. It depends on the configuration of the street system next to many hotels, but I've done this a lot.

[@storychasing]

Exploring RV Dude oh great idea. Thanks for that. 😊

[@exploringrvdude7817]

@@storychasing If you're ever going through Boise, Idaho I have the PERFECT street-next-to-a-hotel spot just off the freeway. Just let me know if you're ever passing through and I can send coordinates. There's a great one in Page, Arizona, one in Burley, Idaho, another in Twin Falls, Idaho and no doubt many others. I always scope out on Google maps first to look for a particular type of side-street because not all of them have this good street setup.

[@tarac5137]

Thanks for the good tips, Amber! I have not tried stealth camping yet. I like to arrive mid-afternoon and hangout, and I didn't want to worry my dad lol. I've been meaning to get some motion lights, I'll find your link.There were a few times I was out elsewhere at a campground and it was dark by time I got to the van and it was hard to see to get in. And, you are looking brighter and pet hair always gets EVERYWHERE! 😆

[@storychasing]

Tara C 😊 lol...I couldn't believe it when I saw her hair on me. I wasn't going to reshoot, just go with it and laugh. Oh for sure get the motion sensor lights. It's great to have for a variety of reasons. You can also set it to stay on the whole time so if you're out at a neighbors chatting and it gets dark, you can see where your vehicle is. :) Happy camping friend.

[@karafrerich838]

Thanks Amber! Your hair looks amazing! 💕

[@wendyhatt2886]

Thank you for sharing all your tips and tricks. I mentioned before in a comment that I am about to venture out on my first SUV camping. I'm from Washington state but now live in Arizona. Doing a PCH and Oregon Coast trip! Looking forward to all these great pull outs you referred to. I've also stealth camped in a hospital parking lot too and was able to use the restrooms. They are used to people coming and going all night through the ER lobby. I ordered the the motion light as well. Thank you again. See you out on the highways and byways! 🌟

[@storychasing]

Wendy Hatt Thank you very much! 😊🙏 How was the hospital parking, i.e. noise, etc?

[@wendyhatt2886]

@@storychasing it was not too bad noise wise, parked towards the back. Had to get temp checked each time I went inside to use the restroom. Left by 630 am to hit the beach. This was in Newport Beach CA. This was March 2021

[@MountainGirlwIPA]

Great to see you out there doing what you do best.🙂

[@storychasing]

Ha. Thank you.

[@markwilkins9048]

Love this video. It is so hard cooking meals in a van,,,great tips, thank you

[@sew_gal7340]

I was sewing in the other room and had to walk over to give u a thumbs up lol! So yes you are welcome

[@terrigerhardt6649]

You totally need to spend some time in Michigan. The Great Lakes are amazing! You would love the Upper Peninsula! I think you just flew through Michigan and didn’t stop. Lake Michigan is amazing! Lake Superior! Please come back this way!!! PS: we love you!!!!

[@storychasing]

Lol I know. I’ve wanted to for awhile now.

[@amazingplaceswithamy]

Excellent info! Thanks for the great vids....also just watched the Balloon Fiesta. I am going for the first time this year and your overview was very helpful THX

[@rvboondocker2559]

Yes, you have to be careful because parking at hotels and marinas can be trespassing for example.

[@joecintron4734]

Thanks Amber! Never thought about Home Depot. Learn something new everyday. Be well. 😎

[@storychasing]

We’ll lookie there. Something new for you. ☺️

[@AdelleRamcharan]

Wonderful video. I have used all of these spots on my journeys. Life was good on the road. Lonely at times, but so damn good.

[@storychasing]

Thank you.

[@dclassb8135]

A gem of a video Amber! Thanks for the tips!

[@storychasing]

You're so welcome!

[@Jdhdbsbsjdnraqowirjfndksjdndj]

Great info Amber! I thought I knew all the stealth camping spots, I was wrong. 🤩

[@storychasing]

Lol there’s so many more too!!

[@singersa]

Great to see you looking bright and happy!

[@coffeehunter8742]

Great video! Thx!

[@huckleberrychris]

Your happy again. I'm glad you're doing better again.

[@storychasing]

☺️ things are looking up!

[@huckleberrychris]

@@storychasing good. And stick with your van for a while longer....you don't need that stress

[@CamperVan-K]

It can be a bit different here in the UK. I've tried a variety of overnight stops, some not too pleasant. I've stopped in residential areas in my minivan, and no problem at all - only trouble is getting out in the morning. I have no side windows, so I'm listening to people who might be passing by. Found a few good places in the forest/woodland areas - places where dog walkers park. Also on business parks / industrial areas, too. Safest place, on a campsite, but getting VERY expensive here in England.

[@ramonapuckett3059]

Thank you for sharing your tips! These are all great! ❤️

[@storychasing]

You are so welcome!

[@pearly4253]

Night vision monocular goggles can be purchased for around $100, and will allow you to see fairly clearly on those darkest moonless nights. Certainly well enough to see if there's anybody lurking around your vehicle. I would think another good option for stealth parking would be a small airport. At my local airport and the two nearest to me, parking is either free or very cheap ($12 for 24 hours), and nobody is likely to bother you if you park there late at night, since you might just be planning to take the earliest flight out.

[@rrichardson53]

I live in WA state and am not a fan of stopping at our rest areas to use the restroom let alone sleep in my vehicle because I think most have sketchy motorists or even homeless. In a pinch I’ll stop in the daytime but never when it’s dark

[@storychasing]

I've never had an issue, but I do realize everyone's tolerance level is different. Hope you're having a wonderful week.

[@rrichardson53]

@@storychasing I am mostly uncomfortable with rest areas near cities--and yes, I am a scaredy cat so it doesn't take much to make me less tolerant. Be safe on your travels.

[@mygypsyadventure3610]

I live in Wa state too and I agree. Amber probably doesnt realize how much has changed since she left. The homeless are everywhere. The rest stops are a haven for drug addicts and prostitution not to mention getting your car broken into while you are in the restroom. The worst I have found is up near Marysville. Even the ones over in Eastern Wa off I-90 can be a little sketch too. It was never that way before but the past few years things have radically changed.

[@darondatoole7439]

I feel the same.

[@pam2719]

You look and sound fabulous…great rebound after some terrible comments. You’re Awesome!!!

[@storychasing]

Pam Thank you. That's very kind of you to say so. 💕 Have a wonderful week!

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[@greyghostjay]

Thank You for sharing and safe travels!

[@storychasing]

Jennifer Jay You're so welcome and glad you enjoyed it. 😊🙏

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

Well, thought I'd give this a listen, even tho many other channels have covered this topic that I watch but there were a couple of tips and suggestions like marinas that I've never heard of, so thanks for sharing this info. I do worry about sleeping because, I REALLY am used to and need to have my headphones ON, all night and listening to sleep music because I am a light sleeper...every little noise wakes me up and I hate silence also so that's kind of a conundrum, plus I will be traveling with 2 cats and they make noise. I worry that if I don't hear the dreaded "knock" or anything that might be worrisome, hope I can figure this out. I will be car camping for the first time soon.

[@storychasing]

LauraVescent Photography 😊 Car camping will be much easier than a van for stealth camping. You can blend right in for the most part.

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

@@storychasing oh yes, for sure! I'm so excited to start!

[@glennryan3101]

Another great video and thanks for the tip on the magnetic strip lights.

[@storychasing]

You’re welcome. Glad you found it beneficial.

[@robertjerome1889]

Great info for those starting out.

[@storychasing]

☺️

[@RebaKennedy]

HI Amber! Great video. I was wondering -- do you think you could do a video on WATER? How do you like your Berkey? Any problems with it? (We're considering buying one and your opinion would be helpful.) What's the water quality like out there on the road? Is it hard to find good drinking water? How often do you buy bottled water? Do you keep an emergency stash? Do you drink from your on-board tank or just use that for dishes, etc.?

[@al4385]

I slept in my car driver seat while temporarily living in Atlanta GA and almost exclusively slept in hotel parking lots. Never had an issue or a knock and I never asked permission. Usually the parking lots were full too, so I kind of blended in.

[@storychasing]

___maso___ 😊 It's a great option and yeah you really blend in with just a car.

[@acsentu8]

Congrats on the nice, round number of 70k!! Woo hoooo! 🏆

[@storychasing]

Aww thanks so much Amy!

[@ToniAdventures]

Great tips Amber! Thank you!

[@Kitpu917]

Thank you for all the helpful information. 🌼

[@storychasing]

Any time!

[@dianaoneil5469]

Girl, you are looking fantastic! Hope all is well. Great info.

[@storychasing]

Thank you so much!

[@brucehalleran1149]

You have my Grand mother's name. KZbin throws a bonus! Like the marina idea. Never thought of that.

[@CarrieMtn]

A lot of newer neighborhoods don’t allow ANY street parking overnight. My daughter’s neighborhood in AZ has a strict no parking (even if you live there) 2am-5am. Only park if there are other people parking.

[@storychasing]

Carrie Mtn 😊 Interesting rules even for their own residents.

[@CarrieMtn]

@@storychasing it’s an upscale neighborhood that considers street parking as lowering property values. It’s a pain when I visit.

[@sheilaren123]

Thank you for sharing. Yes We are truckers and yes we have are trucks running all night. Because the heat hot. Used to bother me not no more. Ear plugs work great

[@storychasing]

You’re so welcome. I wondered if there was some sort of noise padding in the inside of the semi trucks to deaden the noise a bit.

[@margaretmartin3143]

I love the white noise from the trucks. I'd park in between them if I could.

[@MissMarinaCapri]

Such interesting and potentially useful information, thanks for sharing. 👩🏻‍🎤

[@storychasing]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sherrysvesnik7711]

Great ideas and information Amber!!

[@storychasing]

Glad you enjoyed Sherry.

[@Intothewild1973111]

I thought there would be a new video today. Waiting anxiously 😀

[@storychasing]

MysticPrincess15 😊 I'm taking some time off to get my winter plans and topics together. Sorry for not having a video today.

[@Intothewild1973111]

@@storychasing take care. Hope all is well😁

[@huckleberrychris]

I made the mistake of camping at a boat launch on opening day...boaters were launching just after 2 am, laughing and drinking....and my dog barked when anyone came close.

[@elizabethcarney3608]

It's good to see you! Hope lily & you are well! Thank you for the information.

[@storychasing]

You’re very welcome Elizabeth

[@debbiemetke5938]

Great video. I've done most of these. You can also park overnight at Planet Fitness and other all night gyms.

[@Richard-st8ds]

Thank you Amber excellent advice just what I needed 👍. Richard in the UK

[@unbiasedobserver]

Great info! Thanks Amber!🤗

[@storychasing]

Of course. ☺️

[@nadaleenbrady8183]

Very informative and interesting! Keep em coming you rock!! From ohio

[@storychasing]

Thanks! Will do!

[@goddesspetina603]

Great advice!!! Super great energy!! I'm always looking for new places to camp. My usual place is getting a little riff raffy. I see so much stuff from my van. It's interesting what peeps do when they think no one is watching

[@Avacadofrommexicoyeah]

In an urban place?

[@teresakestran3637]

Another great video Amber… thank you sooo much!❤

[@Greg_Jones]

I seldom stay in or near a metro area. One place that is often mentioned is hotels. I wrestle with the ethics of squatting at a man's business who makes his living providing lodging to travelers.

[@storychasing]

I get it. I only stay at these places if there is room. If it’s completely full. I don’t do it or just park on the street. It’s not of a “in a pinch “. When I was in Eureka CA one year it was a big pinch. It was very unsafe in these areas but I didn’t know until I got there so I moved to a hotel parking lot for safety.

[@royfrazor7337]

Great video with lots of information.

[@storychasing]

Glad it was helpful Roy!

[@dani_mack]

This was so helpful! Thank you so much!

[@storychasing]

You’re so welcome!

[@A.I-GAMING]

You look great whatever you're doing it's working.

[@bekimoore8761]

Very helpful video and I will try to share it. Have a great week! 🤗😀

[@storychasing]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@kellypoulos8702]

GREAT info, travel well!

[@storychasing]

Thanks so much b

[@angiehernandez7671]

Love your videos. Thank you for all the information you provide. God bless.

[@storychasing]

You are so welcome.

[@LoveLivingLoveNow]

Fantastic Video! Thanks Amber

[@storychasing]

You're so welcome!

[@arbyharwig1837]

I worked at a Hilton Garden Inn and people parked boats, vans, work van all the time, we never checked tags even though we issued them. ..... Another fact- 90% of us underpaid employees didn't care who parked in our lot, at least one desk clerk would take "tips" to let non guest use our guest only electric car chargers. Point being, we just didn't care.

[@Yvonneb_]

You shared some great tips there xx