SECRET WEAPON REVEALED: OVERNIGHT RV SPOTS You WON'T Find on Any RV Camping App! Full-Time RV Life

[@celestepalm6949]

Hey Robin, hope you're enjoying the fruits of your boondocking strategies but guurrrl, it's been 3 weeks already with no vids, we miss you!

[@AliAndMaxHitTheRoad]

I'm beginning to wonder if all is well

[@bohemiancalypsodreams2685]

Robin, joining my voices with all the others expressing concern. Hope you are ok! If you could even just post a comment here giving us a quick update! Hope it is just a technological glitch & not health related!

[@debbiedavid4392]

Hello Robin …. Just a little worried about you. Hope all is well and we see you soon !!! DD

[@karap5882]

I'm getting worried too! Hope Robin and Doug are okay.

[@MalibuBon]

If you stop at a Walmart in a small town overnight, please remember not to leave containers with human waste in the parking lot or cat hairballs in shopping carts. There are surveillance cameras in the parking lots and the local politicians that make the zoning laws do not like their family members that work at those Walmarts cleaning up behind you. I worked at a small town Walmart and had to do parking lot clean up. And please don't walk your dog and not clean up the poop. Children may step in it.

[@gosman949]

yes many of the new young RVers are not polite and considerate.

[@andreap2244]

@@gosman949 true, but this has been a problem now for about 10 years or so. Long before the "rv boom". We seen many older folk set up lawn chairs, bbq, music, awnings out, drinks in hand in Wlmrt parkin lots. Its rude.

[@zestybutterfly7161]

So many people out there with no common decency who are ruining it for the rest of us!

[@nancyhillard6456]

Ewww who would do that!??

[@maximac222]

@@zestybutterfly7161 Had this same exact discussion with friends last night as I live on Forever Wild Wildlife Management Area and it's astonshing at how trashy people are, even in the dang woods! Compared to Europe, why don't people care? It's deep rooted.

[@SueCL1480]

Are you and Doug ok Robin? It's been 3 weeks since we last heard from you. Hope everything is ok.

[@datasmybag6050]

You will also find that small rural towns that are home to the county fairs have small campgrounds that are free or darn cheap. These usually have water and a dump station.

[@debracomer6864]

Robin my bff and I are seriously looking at buying a camper to live in full time and possibly travel with. I will be the one doing the driving. What length trailer do you find comfortable pulling? Someone told me anything over 29 ft gets uncomfortable pulling. The most i have pulled years ago was a fully loaded 4 horse trailer.

[@paulamitchell3721]

3 weeks with no video or update? Hope you two are safe and healthy! Miss ya!

[@HOlsen789]

I'm missing me some creativity RV. I so look forward to your videos. You are just a wealth of information.

[@karenoster8291]

It's been 2 wks since your last video.... hoping all is well!

[@pennylynndauphin9405]

Hope all is well

[@drpiefrey]

Just got booted out of an overnight spot near Frisco, CO of all places and I decided to see what you had to say on the subject. This video could not have come at a better time!! Thanks Robin!!

[@YeahNah100]

I’m very glad you mentioned that semi trucks only have one option…spots designated for tractor trailers. Thank you for mentioning that you don’t take those spots up with campers and other vehicles that might fit somewhere that a semi can not. Commercial drivers are exhausted and their hours of operation are federally regulated. There is a shortage of parking for trucks in this country and it’s partly responsible for the danger that we all face on our highways.

[@pixiespics5462]

Thanks for this! We just traveled the the PCNW from Ohio & missed so many visitor centers we could have slept in. Fulltime rv for almost 3 yrs and still learning!

[@lisajohnson5927]

Your always so informative, Thanks, Robin! Happy Trails!

[@davidpettit6727]

Thanks, Robin; another great vid. I especially appreciate your emphasis of leaving plenty of space for truckers. They are often constrained by mandatory rest breaks where I can drive another 30 minutes if I need to.

[@deniserosner796]

@@ocny4468 It’s like Robin said, you get there early enough to park NOT in one of their long spots, you park off in a corner or along the sidewalk or anywhere where you can fit, because you’re smaller, and they couldn’t.

[@deniserosner796]

@@ocny4468 Yup, you’re absolutely right! That size really has no choice but to take a trucker’s spot and as Robin has said, rather than drive tired, that’s what needs doing. Nobody is saying that a trucker’s spot should be taken willy nilly, only if necessary.

[@dahliavonvalentine1170]

Sending prayers up for you both 🙏🏽 Praying all is well

[@jodisheets170]

Where has Robin been? 2 weeks after this video and no sight of her?

[@shelikesachallenge6860]

I’m concerned as well.

[@packinuptucker4875]

I can imagine that it is more difficult with your big travel trailer. I can’t remember the length but when I was traveling with a class c plus a cargo trailer, I had less options. Now that I am 23 feet, I can fit in anywhere. Safe journeys to you and yours.

[@a.colleenfray2138]

Thank you for being so diligent!! Really helps because there are nights we just can’t make it home before getting sleepy. Us trailer travelers here appreciate you, Robin!!

[@2busysecretary]

Love your channel Robin - you are such a classy calm no Drama Mama source of valuable information! Please keep the videos coming.

[@jenne8180]

amen to that!!!

[@EveningShadeLori]

Little America 🇺🇸 is one of the best Truckstops! Some of their shower rooms have big nice bathtubs!!

[@LaughterOnWater]

Robin, you always have such great information. We're so glad you take the time to tell us the real information without making things look better or worse than they really are. Your balanced reviews and perspectives continually bolster your credibility as an expert on RVing. Thanks for being a trustworthy RV experience expert. Stay safe out there!

[@LaughterOnWater]

Also, if Doug is willing, we would love to hear another update on how he is settling into RV life!

[@roxanewolff7373]

Aug 8: I am worried about you it has been 2 Sundays since we heard from you!?

[@eileenstickney80]

YES, yay, Happy Sunday, it’s Robin and Doug!

[@CreativityRV]

Yay! It's Eileen😁. Happy Sunday

[@RamblinPam]

Hi Robin, your fans are missing you! Hope all is well ❤

[@bobs4291]

Bogard is one of my favorite spots to watch the annual meteor showers like the Persieds in August

[@karlag1912]

Your so smart at this. How much time does all this research take? And if your just driving through for the night when do you decide it's time to figure out where to sleep? Like a few hours before sunset? These videos are so entertaining and informative great work💜

[@TheDawn0310]

I’m glad Susanville was good to you! We have lived in Susanville for over 20 years. Our Walmart has people parked most every day.

[@angelabuxton2237]

I tell ya gal ...you are definitely the go to RV person ! I am venturing out on my own from Indiana to Colorado the end of Aug. . Taking the back roads and was really concerned about where to pull in for a quick overnight stay . I am a member of Harvest Host and will use it soon I'm sure . Thank you for your insight !!

[@nancykarnes5520]

Back road into Colorado on US40, Wallace, Kansas has the Fort Wallace Museum and rest area with camping sites. Great Museum 👍(this is the country I grew up in) Enjoy and safe travels.

[@angelabuxton2237]

Thank you for the information !! Will definitely take your advice !!

[@janimated8164]

Missing your Sunday travel episodes. Hope You and Doug are enjoying this break. Looking forward to upcoming videos

[@maryannpratt6821]

THIS IS SOME OF. THE BEST INFO IVE COME ACROSS EVER...

[@KWicksable]

Your information is always thorough and useful; thank you.👍🏽

[@joycejohnson1396]

Robin just wanted to tell you how much I love your new intro.

[@shelribelin8144]

Hey Guys, just a little worried about you. Haven’t seen a video in 3 weeks. Hope you and Doug are doing well. Miss your videos. Safe Travels

[@muzerhythm2242]

This is GOLD! Thank you for info...took notes.😁

[@juliafieger949]

You are such a wealth of great information....we just sold our trailer and now on the hunt for a motorhome so we can "get back out there" -- of course, we sold at the right time...NOW is not the time to buy....so....patience...tap...tap...tap....(we are not good at that.)

[@LiveYourSomedayNow]

Great info. Thanks. After 3+ years of full timing we can always learn new things.

[@rangeland4]

We’re NOT Indian. We have Cherokee, Apache, etc. Native American. Thanks

[@susannichols4372]

Does "Tribal Casinos" make a better plural for the Casino subclass?

[@rodneymathews5885]

Thanks for the tips. We also will be traveling through Susanville in a couple weeks. Safe travels!

[@robertalynch5433]

Thank you Robin. You are so helpful!

[@kenb4303]

Hi, getting ready to full time and have enjoyed your videos. Question I have is, how do you get shipments and mail? Thanks

[@bangbangcfp]

Shout out to apps! Please remove spots that are no longer spots. And are now the city dumps, twice this has happened to me. Yes, I will report it as well. Thank you Robin for all your great advice!!! 😊

[@brianmahan6496]

Trucker path is awesome! I transport to dealerships new RV’s from the manufactures across the US and Canada. I use the app a lot too and also like to leave larger spots for the big rigs.

[@ruthmarini8453]

Always the best information. Thanks for sharing.

[@rvhermitlife7083]

I prefer Lowe’s to Walmart. Not nearly as noisy and rarely anyone else there. I always call ahead and ask if it’s okay. We left Arizona and came home to WV and, except for 1 fairground in Kansas, we stayed at Lowe’s. I didn’t have any manager say no. All but 1 wanted us in the last row by the garden center and the one who didn’t wanted us at the far end of the parking lot. Couldn’t have been more blessed.

[@vanlifevibes9241]

You are literally THE BEST channel for all this type of info. Thank you !!

[@GdyUpGal]

As a female CDL driver we DON'T have safe options to park our Semis so truck stops & rest areas & Semi pull outs SHOULD NOT be used by recreational vehicles not governed by DOT hours of operation guidelines!! We get HEFTY fines & even SHUT down if we're over hrs trying to find a legal safe designated area built & reserved for CDL drivers governed by DOT laws!! Your on a trip or a vacation or not trip planning in advance leaving us stressed & overwhelmed & disgruntled over RV's 😞

[@fintasticlife284]

A rest area is a "PUBLIC" facility located next to a large thoroughfare such as a motorway, expressway, or highway, at which "DRIVERS and PASSENGERS can REST!.

[@GdyUpGal]

@@fintasticlife284 well you just go ahead since I realize you have no thought in mind about a CDL driver who is exhausted from 600 miles a day to make sure someone gets their insulin delivered or someones seizure suplex delivered or your ALMOND milk and eggs delivered!! You are who you are so loud & proud!!! Good job buddy 👌👏👏👏

[@robertsmith-cj6gl]

I believe your problem is with government overreach and overregulation.

[@robertsmith-cj6gl]

In all reality all driver's licenses are are considered for commercial purposes. As far as I know there are four classes of licenses for those commercial purposes. Each class has a different purpose.

[@joanietravel9125]

@@GdyUpGal - a few may not have truck drivers in mind, but most travellers do. As a woman with two brothers who are full-time nationwide truck drivers ... it is my issue as well. But, to state that anyone other than truck drivers, who are utilizing PUBLIC REST AREAS; that OUR PUBLIC TAX DOLLARS PAYS FOR .. isnt thinking about the PUBLIC, dont you think?

[@AuthenticallyBright]

Hey Robin, if you are coming through Elko, Nevada we now have boondocking availability! We are signing up to be on Harvest Hosts, would love to have you.

[@dianediane1245]

Hope you are escaping the fires and smoke! When is your next video?

[@valerieadair6627]

I've been following Robin for six months. After lots of preparation, I am rolling into Ventura, CA. on Monday, Aug 16th. Are there any women bird-watchers camping near Ventura Aug 16-17?

[@shorts.....g.hisglotheprot9489]

Hi Robin and Doug, Awesome video your the best i am learning so much from you. Take care Be Safe God Bless All Of Us.Happy Traveling. Gloria

[@shellyscott6447]

Just love you guys together.. Doug is so funny!! Thank you for all these tips, Greatly Appreciated!! xoxo

[@MyGoogleYoutube]

I downloaded that app years ago and haven't paid it much mind. Thanks for the reminder the app had much better content now! I've been researching an urban area for spots without much luck and TP has helped.

[@1PhotoGeek]

So much valuable information. Thank you for sharing!

[@quash8]

Trucker Path rules. I needed to get my ten hour break and found a small family owned truck stop outside of Fresno. Turns out the family was Indian and had a terrific restaurant.

[@isafrias5964]

Thank you so much for sharing all this helpful information! I love your execution!!! I’m always taking notes when I watch your videos! I’m feeling more confident with being on the road in my travel trailer after learning of all these options 🙌🏽

[@israelcontreras5332]

Awesome video! I subscribed to your channel and have been watching videos this morning. So where can someone stay for free during the day?

[@jenniferm761]

What are you doing about the fires and smoke ??

[@chesiedengun]

You guys rock, love you and your channel. Thank you for all of your hard work💕💕💕

[@mrmichaeltscott]

As a truck driver that pulls 2 trailers I'm not thrilled about this disclosure. That app should require cdl credentials. Because of RVs my break last night was 8 inches from the 70mph lane on i70. For 2hrs I pulled through parking and there was always RVs slides out.

[@rvgrandmacharlotte4604]

RVers should never put their slides out. No matter how much we put it out there, there are those inconsiderate and rude RVers who want to set up camp no matter where.

[@ahmadchaka-carneyjr.3914]

Michael, I'm sorry to hear that - as an SUV cross country transporter, the app has been a lifesaver for me finding safe places to overnight with my cargo and service dog (not in the truck parking areas!!). Rarely have I seen RVers with slides out **in the places I park**, but I've read complaints like this from other truckers online. People are foolish and unthinking, too often.

[@gosman949]

exactly. If you are going to RV, pay where you go and stop looking for free places in public spots!

[@texasguy3031]

@@gosman949 Yep. I use Harvest Host or pay campsite for my overnights. Not fair to take truckers spots so you can get free parking to support your nomadic life.

[@gosman949]

@@texasguy3031 this type of behavior is making it hard on those of us that worked for a living and want to start RVing in our retirement years.

[@jancross516]

OMG I just downloaded trucker path app. Soooo many things came up! Love it! Thank you.

[@lovelylibra6490]

Excellent! Thank you so much. I really enjoy your content you share with us. Safe & happy travels to you. 👍🏻

[@ADONAIsays-so]

Thanks for the great info!

[@peri3818]

Great info!

[@TheLakingc]

Thanks, Robin. I am in several FB RV groups and some will post that there is no place to camp and i send a link to you.

[@TheLakingc]

Robin, we sure miss you. Praying you are ok. If you are in R&R, great! Could you just give us a hi pix ? Then we know you didn't roll off a cliff. If tragedy has befallen, we are here for you. We care no matter what.

[@pleinaire8698]

Always excellent information about camping spots, boondocking and more! THANK YOU!

[@lacha608]

Hope you're ok.

[@panchamama]

You are a great digger and gracious enough to share thanks

[@jerrywills]

Exceptional info as usual! Thank you for helping all of us. Your kindness and attention to these details make a difference and are always appreciated! Jerry & Kathy... Starship Phaeton

[@mypandemoium2912]

Thank you so much for all the wonderful information you give. I've seen many of your videos and love them all. I don't know if you have done one on awnings so I just wanted to mention that during a storm a friend of ours awning got damaged and did not realize how much tension is on the spring inside the roller bar and thought he could just remove the arm and unfortunately it spun around and he lost his hand. So if you have the time maybe you could do a little segment on awnings and things to do or not do for wind and storms. Thanks again for all the wonderful information safe travels.

[@karenlemke8162]

Loads of good info!

[@rvdareyet7201]

Outstanding info!

[@pamelamccrory7197]

WOW so glad I saved your channel!! This is so informative! Loved it 😊 Thank , YOU. GOD BLESS YOU

[@santanarving]

Thank you, just recently found your channel. We have been Rving for almost 4 years and have learned a few more things from your channel and appreciate the tips.

[@ItsMeNanaD71]

I let your ads play all the way through because you give us great info & its greatly appreciated. I ff thru all other yt ads. Thank you for sharing these valuable tips with us! We won't tell anyone 😜

[@marcusallenyt]

great info thank you for taking the time to help us

[@petmom74]

Thank you, so helpful. More and more "free camping" places I find online are now charging and ya don't find that out until ya get there!

[@davidyeoman4500]

I'm in Washington state and Walmart is using private security to chase everyone out and no overnight sleeping.

[@TheWonderwy]

Thank you Robin. Great info, as usual.

[@juanitagreenspan5412]

Thanks Robin. Very helpful video.

[@loavesfishes6268]

You were in our neck of the woods! I live just 14 miles from the Hwy 44 entrance to Lassen Volcanic National Park. Sorry to have missed you! 😁😉

[@crystalherrin7858]

Hey Robin! Hope you're ok! Hugs!

[@deltas4114]

Happy Sunday Robin, and Doug. Safe travels

[@CreativityRV]

Happy Sunday, Delta!

[@pianogal853]

Bird watcher here - Always so glad for your videos! My rig is a van, so I hadn't found Trucker apps useful, but you just pointed out a very important issue - the visitor's centers and lookouts aren't always on Google maps.

[@src4409]

I keep hearing and seeing people say don't put out your slides, but we quickly realized that our new rig doesn't have any access to one of the beds UNLESS we put our main slide out. We also have 2 dogs that have to be kept separated because they decided they both want to be alpha, and there's no room to put one of them unless we put our bedroom slide out. We're also 43' plus our truck and don't fit into most "rv" designated places. We have to use trucker pumps just so we can fill def fluid in our truck and then we have to find a truck stop gas station that can accommodate our size just to fill up our generator tank. Because of all of these rules I keep hearing I felt like our maiden trip was so stressful and that we were doing everything wrong. Sometimes there's just no other option for people but to do what they are only able to do. Vehicle trouble, traveling with kids and dogs can mean your plans don't always go as planned and you are forced to stay in a parking lot. I think as long as you don't overstay your welcome, aren't obnoxious, and try to be courteous you're going to be fine.

[@Andy-Mesa]

When you decide to get a rig that big you're making a lot of decisions about where you can and can't stay/drive/park etc. My biggest requirement when getting an RV was that I wanted to be able to park anywhere, and even at 21' I still think I'm a bit over what I'd like to be.

[@robinhart1390]

Where do you suggest staying overnight if you need to pull your slides out? Also how hard is it to sleep at the trucker spots? I hear they’re very loud. I guess you could always use air plugs, lol.

[@cindibee7]

Love this video!

[@kxrv6629]

Thanks for the tip on Trucker’s Path app. I’ll have to try it. I haven’t had great experiences the few times we’ve stayed near big rigs, but the non-truck-stop places are tempting. Regarding casinos. We have stayed st several ones like you describe especially along the Pacific Coast. Seems many are starting to charge even for just overnight parking.

[@caliwebb3]

Thanks, Really enjoying ur vlog.

[@mosheedy9862]

This was excellent. Thank you.

[@terrynewell8968]

Where I'm from rest areas are called waysides.

[@crystaljoyce306]

Lol as a trucker appreciate the way you feel about not taking our spots

[@maryeliason1504]

I have been in that Burney Casino parking lot.! You are in my area & yes it is beautiful. B happy & b free girl!

[@albatorres4792]

I love , your video, great information. Thank you.

[@CreativityRV]

Thanks for watching!

[@albatorres4792]

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[@n1uno1965]

Very cool info, thanks for sharing 🖖🏻👍🏻😘🙏🏻

[@theadventuresofallenandtheresa]

awesome info. I went to the blog to find the rest stop/area post and could not locate it. can you maybe drop a link

[@cynthiad1837]

There is great information on this segment, but I almost skipped it because the audio is terrible. I hope you are able ti repair your problems.

[@BlueSky-ff4oy]

Very helpful thanks.

[@HOlsen789]

Great tips thanks