Sleeping in a Walmart Parking Lot! My Nighttime Routine + Tips & Tricks for Stealth Camping & Safety

[@michelletatro8036]

Great advice. The ONLY thing I would add is something I learned while working for the Dept. of Correction. ALWAYS back into your parking spot so you can jump in the front and just start n go. Many people panic if something undesirable happens and are too flustered to "back" out. I'm heading across country for the third time this spring 2021 and will probably try this Walmart thing out! Thanks.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thats a good point, but the problem is you can see in the windshield because my windshield cover is not light-proof

[@michelletatro8036]

@@MountainSpringsAdventures Gotcha, it makes perfect sense because your back window is stealth. Thanks.

[@barbjones6964]

I was thinking the same thing. Always back in so you can take off quickly if you need to.

[@cre8myreality216]

Agree. I ALWAYS park with front faced out. Incase I need a jumpstart and 2nd to just pull out and go. All that back and forth can be stressful.

[@demisharese1662]

I like choosing 24 hour grocery stores so I have a public restroom to use.

[@margarethutchens5463]

I used to work overnight at Walmart. We never had a problem with people parking overnight so long as they stayed out of the way of our trucks coming in and out to unload. In extreme weather the semi drivers knew our lot was a safe place to ride out the blizzard.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Cool, thanks for the input, yea that sounds about right

[@jimbobdiamond4865]

I'm waiting on Walmart putting a halt to parking due to inconsiderate people , I've seen people camped generators going basically being used as a camping ground to people dumping trash and bottles of urine thrown out of their vehicles .I wish people would just be considerate to others

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Yea i hate when people do that. Ruins it for everyone.

[@bilyonarelifestile2226]

at 2:26 is the exact moment we see me realizing i’m not sleeping at walmart

[@KateTheSleepyTeacher]

Oh no. I hate it because when you are in a bad bind, the Walmart overnight is so important. It literally saved me a month ago on the road .

[@LabradoodleTofuBoy]

Sadly it’s Walmart. Walmart is also a business, and we all should show respect & consideration to each other especially to those who work there. I stopped going there on Sunday bc people are mean lol 😂. I talked to a nice lady at the cashier, and she said a lady yelled & cussed at her bc the she couldn’t find bread lol. People behave! Inside or outside, Walmart for some reason attracts some interesting people

[@nicks.carter2102]

JIM BOB: THE BOTTOM LINE IS, ANIMALS DON'T LIKE PEOPLE, BUILDING HOUSES ON THEIR LAND !

[@mltndeal5120]

I used to sleep in my car or truck in Albuquerque, NM while I was working construction jobs. Usually at certain Walmart parking lots. I did that to save money. I used to hv a 32 oz Gatorade bottle to pee in to keep stealthy. Then I would camp in my vehicle at casino parking lots. I been there and done that. No one bothered me not even security guards. I'm planning on doing it again to get back to work soon as my pendemic unemployment assistance is cut off..... I got to do what I got to do to survive.

[@jessicaeberhardt8229]

Hugs

[@LabradoodleTofuBoy]

Be safe my friend 🙏😀 Pandemic hurts many families & businesses

[@stantheman1976]

I used to work security at a casino for 6 years. It's normal to see cars there overnight or even days at a time. We only ever looked to make sure no one is dead in the car. Otherwise we never had a reason to care.

[@robbingrafton4364]

🤟🏽❤️🙌🏽🙏🏽facts

[@nr7748]

If someone shoot with gun shuts not safe when you are alone at big open facility parking lot

[@101perspective]

Nice video. I also like staying at walmarts. Though, I preferred when they were 24/7 since they have security watching over the place. I think most have reduced hours now because of covid. Truck stops are good in a pinch. If you are out on the highway in the middle of nowhere you might not find a walmart super center but you will usually find a truck stop. I've also found that you can stay at about any large store if you just ask. I've stayed at Home Depot, Sams, walgreens, Lowes, and various other stores. The only place I've camped in residential type areas is on military bases. I'm retired military and can get on most installation. I pick a parking lot where lots of cars are going to be all night and just sleep there. I get my best sleep on military bases because it is pretty safe and quiet at night. Then in the morning I can go to the gym for free and take a shower.

[@connectionoflivesandinterests]

*Yes, I too miss the 24/7 hours!!! 👍👍👍* Sharon in SC

[@noturningback2023]

Thanks for the tip. I'm retired Army and can get on bases too, I just never thought of sleeping overnight there.

[@101perspective]

@@noturningback2023 I stealth camp when I'm on the bases. I'm not sure how it would go over if you just parked an RV or something. I suspect they would run you off. That said, some bases have RV parking for a fee. Stealth parking though I've never even had close calls. I just park at billeting, dorms, tlf, etc, where they have plenty of open slots. Just keep the troops in mind and make sure you aren't taking any valuable/needed spots.

[@TB12710]

The best places to car camp are in the nice neighborhoods but you don’t tell anybody that you’re doing it, Just park on the street wherever you see cars, industrial areas where night factories are operating, but you gotta be discreet, usually when I’m car camping when I go to my spot I’m there for the night, I’m not going anywhere after that, I put a window shade in my front window, the kind they use to block out the sun or get some window coverings for the door windows like this guy has in this video, get a tempur pedic symphony pillow because when you’re car camping you need to stay as comfortable as possible, a good pillow will help with that. Imo car camping in out of the way places spaces is asking for trouble, car camp where there is ppl around, but you stay invisible in your car, p*ss in a plastic bottle.

[@101perspective]

@@TB12710 Agree. I always keep that in mind for if I can't find somewhere else to park. I've never had to resort to it though. Btw, the stealth parking lots I was talking about are on military bases. It's pretty common for people there to be parked out away from other vehicles at the locations I mentioned. Some because they want to protect their vehicle and some simply because when they parked there were a lot more cars but then the night or day shift left for work leaving theirs out there with just a few others.

[@repentorperish1405]

I particularly favor the very dark, quiet, hidden corner type of spots (well sussed and chosen) have never really had a big problem. Always be set up so you can get fired up and drive straight off (no reversing out, etc) at a moment's notice.

[@gregdark4099]

I work nights at a Wally ...ya we know who’s stealth camping...the crew knows everyone’s car..so a different car gets noticed. We don’t care at all. But we know.

[@miriam43899]

Yep the employees know. Some are very nice about it and some make a lot of noise on purpose. They forget overnighted are customers and we do spend money.

[@jonnies6655]

My favorite is a local hospital emergency room area. My second favorite is Interstate rest areas. Both have restrooms 24/7.

[@googleuser868]

We thought about hospitals before Covid but no longer consider it. Haven't really went anywhere since Covid anyway.

[@IHUNTA]

7:35 you say "lock the doors". Can't be understated, I was sleeping in a national forest along the Canasauga River last year and had someone try to open my driver door in the middle of the night. They left after two tries of the door handle thankfully. Never had that happen in a Walmart though lol.

[@user-cg9zq4bt5q]

😑.... Buy a gun, dummy

[@vidanaps714]

Thank God your safe ! Must be insanely creepy ! Stayed safe

[@oleradiodudea.m.4735]

That can happen in a sticks and bricks house too. Particularly in Minneapolis, Portland and Baltimore.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Yeah that would freak me out a little bit haha. Always make sure your door locked.

[@kimmainnebraska8593]

Cabelas and bass pro offer free overnight parking. Some have dog runs with water, horse corral area and even dump stations for RVs. There is a lighted side and a dark side. You should try it.

[@judithmartin1970]

As a woman ; if I was solo truck camping in a Walmart parking lot- id be in a well lite area - not by a tree in the shadows--

[@punishedwhispers1218]

As aan, buy a strap, be packing, not lacking

[@timmothyrushlow4219]

Why?

[@timmothyrushlow4219]

Why?

[@timmothyrushlow4219]

You should be worried about the cops and somebody who owns the place that disturbed your truck life.most men aren't the problem...it's the store and the police that would bother you

[@Ryan-yn1qc]

I always park directly under those cameras on poles with the police lights on them

[@davanachase2372]

Dinner looked great. Everything looks cozy and comfy. Nighty night to your doggie.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thanks so much

[@Nice-qi5cf]

Dried chick peas take forever to cook.

[@christophers5510]

*i used to do Walmart when it was 24 hrs. now i crash at truck stops like Loves, Pilot, Flying J, etc. i need a bathroom if i wake up in the middle of the night. then give them some business, like buyin beverages or snacks for using their lot overnight* *also, ive never had any issues sleeping a few hrs at the state run rest stops. almost always, you're not the only 1 sleepin in a car there, plus bathroom is always available*

[@davidfalloutbandit]

hospitals are also pretty good i like to go anywhere that i can go inside of 24/7 without anyone asking questions why that has bathroom,water and AC edit Plus there are a bunch of other vehicles already there 24/7 so it doesn't raise any suspicion

[@travisdip]

Thank you so much dude. I am going to start stealth camping in the Hampton Roads area (Virginia Beach, Norfolk) in a Tesla at the end of the month and your videos have been instrumental. I was really nervous to let go of my house and move into the car, but your videos are very reassuring and real.

[@gaminginferior7936]

I currently live out of my suburban and drive for Lyft and I'm doing their express drive program right now

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Glad I could help! Tesla's are great because they're fully electric so there's no gas engine that kicks on at any time. do you plan on doing that for a long time or just temporarily?

[@gaminginferior7936]

@@anotherHondaElement the Express drive program is designed to give Lyft drivers vehicles at a weekly cost My average is about $600 a week insurance is included you just have to pay for any damages to the tires and to the windows other than that lyft take care of everything else well I mean you have to pay for gas obviously States vary so don't quote me on this please check in with your local Lyft HQ to find out more details regarding this express drive program as California is different but I do have a brand new 2021 Honda insight from Lyft. And I park my suburban where I know it'll be safe and I just drive all day and then come back and sleep in it but I can only work 12 hours a day and a 6-hour break mandatory here in California. I'm trying to save up for a Prius like this guy did that way I can get the crap out of this suburban thing is 12 miles a gallon hate it lol. Oh I have Asperger's so I explain things differently than most sorry in advance

[@gaminginferior7936]

@@anotherHondaElement The average cost is the rental taxes and fees including a base rate which is $209 in my state plus give or take taxes so mine right now is about $49 and then on top of that I have to pay for miles $0.15 for every lift drive and $0.38 for personal miles Lyft pays for tolls please check with your state local Lyft HQ office to find out if this is different in your state as this price is for California I'm not aware of the other states and is also you may not get the 2021 Honda insight they just got these here in California in San Francisco area so if you're in this area and you want to do the express drive you will have a chance at the 2020 Honda insight at the Oakland office sorry if this is confusing I'm trying to explain everything I can so that way I don't leave anything out. But please visit your local lyft HQ office to find out more that way I don't confuse you anymore lol

[@tyrarenae3486]

Please make videos- I live in the area and would love to see your progress!

[@JulieAiken]

Great tips! I agree on reflectix -- it advertises someone's in there. Black window coverings are better. And in a Prius you don't need the climate control from your window coverings, because your car will control you climate for pennies a night. I also like that you parked in one spot to shop and eat, and then moved to your overnight spot. I do that, too! Looking forward to the next video...

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks. Yeah, I actually haven't been using my climate control much this summer, but it's also really cool in the mountain region I've been in (in the 60's at night) but yeah the option is there if it gets too hot inside.

[@vtwinpower1903]

Ya got ur back up buddy, THAT DOG IS UR RIGHT HAND MAN ,OR UR CASE LITTLE LADY GOT UR BACK!!!!..🥳😎

[@kathanquan]

good tips. however, once i am done with eating and ready to call it a night, i would drive upclose to the front where the night crew is working (if they do), so that you are truly blend in and not stand out too much all by yourself in the back. plus it would definitely be safer.

[@sailnekkid]

Replaced my 2007 Taco with a 2019 Tundra (more rooooom for comfy living!!)....Makin' first road trip out west at Christmastime ....Have always snoozed in truck stops (noisy!!) and rest stops...Haven't tried Wally World, yet....Looks like a much better bet (fresh food!!) and clean heads inside when needed....I can afford motels, BUT this brings me back to my wild-insane-youth (60s-70s) travelling across country many times in '56 Caddy hearse, '39 Chevy Paddy Wagon and '61 IH Metro-mite bread truck (most miles with bread truck--max speed about 50-55mph).....When not making destination road trip, will drag my 7X12 cargo trailer loaded with camping gear for living in beach campgrounds, etc....I do not carry open, best to keep it hidden like stealth parking lot "camping".....Do not leave a mess!!!!!.....People that trash their surroundings are skidballs.....

[@faithingod9554]

You sold a gas saver for a gas hog LOL

[@mhayes6864]

I have been in sketchy rest stops w trucks rolling in all night. I think I moved three times to feel somewhat safe, and a questionable inner city Walmart in AZ. Thank you so much for the info about where to go and what to look for! Love your beautiful girl! Heal well soon!

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thank you very much, glad it was helpful. Yeah a lot of people sleep at rest stops, I guess it's all about what you're comfortable with.

[@eatsdriverfl]

I love your videos I just got my Prius and slept last night on an Emergency Hospital because my wife was ill but is a start 😀

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

that's cool, I've never slept at a hospital before, but lots of people do

[@eatsdriverfl]

@@MountainSpringsAdventures I got to be honest I feel scared because 99% of the cars that I own are not hybrid and they have emission problemsSo as I was taking a nap I was waking up scared as if I’m going to die from carbon monoxide poisoning LOL but everything was fine

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

@@eatsdriverfl lol yea that shouldn't be an issue. Just make sure you have the AC on recirculate instead of the fresh air feature so it doesn't suck in any carbon monoxide floating around your car. You can also get a carbon monoxide detector like I have

[@t.c.3027]

Hey actually that's not a bad idea, most has parking fees that's reasonable for your safety/security & a peace of mind, why not sense ppl think we're sick anyways living in our vehicles😜...

[@a.b.c.520]

@@eatsdriverfl hi mate what do you fear exactly since you stop your engine when you sleep, so no risk of being intoxicated by gaz emissions or I missed something? Cheers

[@janiceharris5475]

What a sweetheart of a dog. In a motherly way, please be safe.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thanks, yes she is a sweetheart

[@nightfangs2910]

I've used the home Depot parking lots also any motel that has its own road to a main road just outside their parking lots are good, The tractor trailers park along side the hotel okay for you as well

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

ive never seen people camping in a home depot parking lot, thanks for the info

[@copcuffs9973]

@@MountainSpringsAdventures I've had good luck with Lowe's parking. H.D. was in the middle of a mall with lots of late night traffic from a theater.

[@votesudanusa]

It's illegal to loiter PERIOD. It's NOT OKAY to sleep in a motel parking lot

[@nightfangs2910]

@@votesudanusa not the motel parking lot itself the motel road leading to it where many truckers sleep in their 18 wheelers

[@votesudanusa]

@@nightfangs2910 I keep forgetting that most of these VANlifers can't read, are poor or innately dumb. Professional drivers or those who "drive 18 wheelers" are WORKING Legitimately. Living in a car, parking on private property i.e. a business office park with the intent of breaking the law is illegal. Truckers are not subject to vagrancy laws because their vehicles have not been converted to a domicile. FIRST, in most states, sleeping in your car is ILLEGAL. You are on Google, do a quick search. Laws require that truckers limit the number of hours they drive and all trucking companies have special permission to park in certain areas, including city streets, businesses they service and park by permission.. That's why you see them parked on the side of the road on the interstate. Why do you think they are required to have. DOT number and all of those "other" little numbers on the side of their rigs?

[@jfk2seoul]

I totally agree with you on stay away from the rest area. There are people come to you and ask for the money. its noisy and not private for your resting

[@christophers5510]

ive crashed several times at rsst stops, day & night. never been panhandled or approached (just my experience). people tend to leave u alone there. but i do prefer well lit truck stops, like Pilot Flying J or Loves or Petrol.

[@poeslanding]

Here in California I slept in my car for two years. When I wasn’t sleeping at the beach I would either be at target or Walmart parking lots. But I had to park amongst the employee vehicles as I was sleeping in the back as to not draw attention. Parking away by yourself here in California gets police to check on you whether there’s someone in the vehicle or not

[@happycook6737]

Good to know. Thanks for the tip.

[@debbiramsey4603]

Thanks to everyone who s telling us what's going on with things you've learned or seen

[@JonW_FL]

Hospitals near the 24hr ER is also a decent spot to stay overnight.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Ive never slept at a hospital

[@PopFizzPaperDani]

I’ve tried this and got kicked out. A dr friend of mine later told me that ER lots aren’t great because people do shady things in them, like sell newly recieved prescription meds, etc.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Yeah I wouldn't feel comfortable in a hospital parking lot

[@heathersmiliekiwi8528]

You’re lucky. Limited parking near ours :/

[@johngreydanus2033]

What? in case you get stabbed or shot?

[@luismangiaterra1031]

I'm shopping at Walmart right now and after watching this video I see several people that live in the parking lot. Last year there was a homeless person who actually pitched a large tent in one of those background spaces.

[@edgarvazquez7615]

Dang. I just got kicked out of a Walmart parking lot while watching this video. Walmart Supercenter San Jose CA on Almaden.

[@smokinggar714]

I was a long haul truck driver back in the 1990' s - 2010 and Walmart would let us drivers sleep over night in their lots all over the US, so no big deal.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

yea i bet

[@BearInThePhillipines]

Bless your heart

[@shaggymcdaniel3216]

A lot of the time when a Walmart has “no parking” signs everywhere, it’s really just for liability reasons. I’ve stayed in many parking lots like that. You have to be brave when it comes to this kind of situation.

[@holden3]

Adorable dog

[@hobouk3871]

I come from the UK we have car parks here that are similar to the Walmart parking lot you have there and i like the shrubberies and trees they have. The shrubs and trees can offer cover for when your stealth camping not only that there just nice to park by and look at.

[@allisonnewman6580]

You should back in

[@nomadman1196]

I stayed overnight in a Walmart in Deming, NM. No problems, had a good night's sleep. Of course, sleeping in a Prius helped a lot also. 👍

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

That's great

[@markbajek2541]

Yeah I tried that when the fair was in town as I was passing through town , It didn't work too swell that night.

[@ziaali5264]

Thank you Walmart for letting me sleep over on your parking lot in Riviere du Loup on the way from Toronto to Atlantic provinces

[@john-kp2uv]

Never tell people what you are thinking or planning to do. There are people in this world that will do everything they can do to derail your plans.

[@NikkiJabs]

That’s why I never call to ask about parking. I just park. 😂

[@XLR411]

That's what my mom always tells me. But I dumb 😢😂

[@philtaylor9709]

Glad you're back Bo! Loved the video! Hope your shoulder is ok. 👍

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it

[@lydiaseritt6343]

Also what did you use to cook with i had heart surgery and lost my apartment so im trying to live in my mazda 3 Skyview hatchback and thank you so much for your help

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

I used an electric pressure cooker similiar to an instant pot. Sorry to hear about your heart surgery, prayers for your recovery!

[@votesudanusa]

Why don't you go to the shelter?

[@happycook6737]

Check out Dr. John McDougal's free diet plan. Jeff Novick also has quick food. Their food reverses arterial heart disease because whole foods plant based with no added fat or oils. I would zip open frozen veggies, add a can of drained beans, and some cooked rice or cooked potato plus spices. There are other things too. Most convenience stores will let you use their microwave to reheat foods and get free ice water if you have a cup. I never had anyone say no and I didn't buy anything there. I did this when I was on a big diet and traveled. Sometimes motels will let you have ice for free too, not big amounts but it was enough for my cooler.

[@FrankBullitt390]

sell the little car and get a van at least, class C rv would be better

[@mikehiers]

Great Info! I may add that in the states of the South, Rest Stops are a great option. Well lit, with security and a rest room and water access. After COVID, many rest stops were cleaned and much improved. Some are amazing in SC. Bama, too. No outside cooking is suggested. Spent several nights, with good sleep over the last two years. ~~~ There's a reason they are called "Rest Stops" ~~~

[@jeffkarrow6924]

I just finished converting my '98 Windstar Mini Van to stealth RV. From the outside it looks just like a van (except for the roof fan vent). Hospital parking lots are filled with cars coming and going 24 hours a day. The outer reaches are open at night where a small vehicle like mine blends in. There are many free campgrounds around here too. Better than paying $30 a night for state parks when a motel is only $50.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

I rarely see motels for $50. After fees and taxes, I rarely can find a hotel for under $70 a night. Yea, I wouldnt feel comfortable in a hospital parking lot for that reason

[@jeffkarrow6924]

@@MountainSpringsAdventures Traveler's Inn, Valdosta, GA $42, Motel 6 - Valdosta $52, American Inn & Suites $45, Super 8 at Valdosta Mall $47, Super 8 with pool - Adel, GA $53, Reed Bingham State Park $30 includes water, 30 amp power, and gators. Barrington County Park - Savannah, FREE camping, dry sites but hot showers and bathrooms, potable water, grey water dump site, fishing pier, boat launching ramp. South Georgia is Po' folks country. That's why I'm here.

[@sheilagaleano365]

So very informative, down to earth, and helpful. Thank you. Going to subscribe now : )

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thank you, glad it's helpful

[@1951Roy]

Thanks for the Walmart tips. Safe travels.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thanks, you too!

[@lyndasmith593]

Well done and great tips ! Super pup . B safe.

[@sweetpea3472]

This is awesome. What a great guide!

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thanks

[@dalefrancis6787]

That the reason I like camping at Wal- Mart.I can do all my shopping and camping all in shot.

[@googleuser868]

Lol First time we did we bought towels for curtains and pillows. Plus food. Really not the quieter place to car camp when they were 24 hrs. Almost all of them I have shopped in have huge square parking lots with few trees.

[@coldcoilinc]

It’s no longer allowed check the signs when you enter the parking lot

[@DS-tj2jc]

Two years in a class b RV at the same Walmart. They know I'm here and haven't said one word...2 years! They moved the car people out, buy maybe because I'm in an RV I was the only one allowed to stay. The Walmart has the auto shop, vet clinic, medical clinic with vision and dental. I stay in the van and walk my dog off property. 2 years and not one security issue. I'm EXTREMELY grateful that they let me stay. And yes, PD know I'm here.

[@aartmark]

I like to back in to obstruct the view of my license plate. People won't know if you're local or out of town. I find truck stops very safe. Truckers tend to watch out for each other and they're well lit, have cameras, and are open all night. Not crazy about rest stop for already pointed out reasons. Before staying at a Kracker Barell they like you to tell the manager that you'll be there. Great breakfast food too. Some casinos alow over night parking. Well lit and watched. This was a very good video with helpful hints.

[@xiomarapolanco1273]

Thank you for all those great ideas 💡stay safe and bless 👍

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thank you! You too!

[@irenehoward7653]

Thank you and I found this information valuable for when I start my new life in a Van. 💪👍🦋

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KampingKatie]

I've stayed at Hotel Walmart, lol. I feel safe there and have never been bothered.

[@zeebest1004]

Trees, isolation and barriers/rails can also hide desperate and wandering homeless/vagrants. An open air spot, far away but close to people and traffic can ward off undesirables. If it’s private and secluded, be sure you can protect yourself too! I lived 2 years in the same Walmart/Home Depot parking lot space - far away but near a road seldom traveled. It was also between two strip malls - a parking lot used for tractor trailers. Story was that it was once a business so it was pretty separated from WM and the other mall but centrally situated so “certain people” wouldn’t feel so comfortable there. A few gathered around in motor homes as well as cars and even a full sized trailer! Tractor trailers freely stopped by as there was a series of ports along the river truckers would pick up and drop off from. We even had the police answering a domestic disturbance call at one of the vehicles! It wasn’t a huge encampment but it lasted for at least 3 years I knew about…

[@bencuraza6503]

Thank You for Sharing Tips for Road Travel Overnighting ‼️🚙

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Your welcome

[@homelessandhappywithtandb327]

I lived at 2 different Walmart’s for 2 years. I loooved it! Now i rent a piece of land in the woods but i still miss walmart sleeping 😄

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

how do you live on a piece of land? in an RV or something?

[@homelessandhappywithtandb327]

@@MountainSpringsAdventures yea i bought an old 5th wheel, i miss my van but it was a Ford and we all know how that story ends lol

[@happycook6737]

@@homelessandhappywithtandb327 Are the Ford vans unreliable? I'm new to this.

[@homelessandhappywithtandb327]

@@happycook6737 I’d have to say yes, at 159k miles the motor blew and this van was extremely well taken care of. Every ford ive ever owned was a piece of crap. My next van definitely wont be a van. I live in an a 5th wheel RV now and thinking about getting a stealth box truck next and not a van.

[@happycook6737]

@@homelessandhappywithtandb327 I'm thinking about a box truck too.

[@emmieblue5577]

Wow, that looks good and healthy! TY for sharing ~ definitely want to try it! :9

[@johnmudd6453]

Healthy but unappetising

[@ducypoo]

I enjoy your videos, and I like your content, but I hit the like button cuz the doggo is adorable 💜

[@7heRedBaron]

Walmart is totally missing the boat. Delivery to your door in the #2 parking lot is the wave of the future. Knock Knock. Breakfast is here!

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

that would be great

[@AudiMelsom]

Hi I did something like this when travel in Australia 😬

[@lydiaseritt6343]

How did you make your window covers and what materials did you use God bless

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

I made a video explaining how I made them, this is it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHawqa17lNmEqdk

[@jobethk588]

The Lonoke, Arkansas Walmart sadly had to put up bars over entrances to keep 18-wheelers out. Inexperienced (I'm assuming) drivers kept knocking over light poles, running over shopping carts and hitting cars. It's a small parking lot. The asphalt was breaking up due to weight of vehicles. When I worked there we loved having truck drivers shopping with us but sadly the bad drivers messed it up for all the long haul drivers. As far as I know RV's still park there. They did hire security to drive around parking lot at night. Just check out where you are like he says.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

2006

[@LoveBandit1000]

That dog is like "man, this has to be the longest walk ever!"....

[@ceesmith]

What a sweet friend you have there.

[@lisamorand9607]

Wal-Mart is the best boondocking. We have a truck and 17 ft trailer. I live his thete is no mosquitos. I wish I could figure out where crown land is in canada. Lovely video.

[@pabloyvieng]

You have a cool setup, first time I come across your YT channel.

[@AdmiralPreparedness]

I've called or gone into various grocery stores and asked permission to stay overnight in their parking lot and were told yes as long as I infromed the local PD's about staying in their towns grocery stores lot and have gotten permission to do so. The patrol comes by and made contact with me and all was good. More yeses than no's. Good luck ALWAYS BE PREPARED

[@katelee670]

I have stayed in church parking lots.. as long as you are out before Sunday LOL..

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

thaats interesting, thanks, i might have to try other stores

[@katelee670]

@@MountainSpringsAdventures you can talk to a priest they might let you in a church parking lot just as long as you're out before Sunday unless you want to go to church LOL ha ha ha.. we actually did that we was way in the corner of a dirt section of the parking lot and we was out of the way so we stayed there for church.. these people were amazing we walked off with food and clothing

[@ronaldstarkey4336]

Wm in Santa Maria and Bakersfield have security that will hassle you for parking in their lot over night...

[@katelee670]

@@ronaldstarkey4336 why am I not surprised I guess they have to bully people right out of existence.. when we was coming to Arkansas.. we was in a parking lot of a store that went out of business.. I saw no problem with being in the lot nobody was there it was plenty big enough for a huge Silverado truck and a 30 ft camper.. we asked around and none of the other small stores cared if we was in the lot to spend the night.. we spent one night without being hassled.. the next day we got bullied by the local cops right out of the lot.. no one was there nobody was using the lot.. nobody had a problem with us at all we was just trying to rest.. oh no here comes the big fat bully's forcing us right out of the lot.. so we went down the street a little ways and asked permission if we could be in a church parking lot.. they said yes as long as we was out of there by Sunday.. from then on out we spent the night in many church parking lots..

[@davidpauling8322]

We lived at Walmart in California now doing it again in Mt Vernon Il using Walmart and Starbucks lots to day

[@four-x-trading5606]

Not sure why I read that as my nightmare routine but I clicked because that's what I thought I saw 😂

[@jkjgf829]

That's my favorite type of salad, I love that combo, especially chickpeas 👍👍

[@Grayfulgracious]

I love your videos. You explain and give examples very well. Thanks

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thank you very much, glad you are liking them

[@tobewiser6738]

the sign gives walmart the option to tow for the disrespectful swatters.

[@jo100]

Thank you for showing us how to Sleep in a Wal-Mart, my Friend 👍

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Your welcome

[@rnnavy52]

Ever thought about covering your windows with' Security and Safety Clear Window Film' to deter intruders. I did the same for my house for storm protection, I live in Florida.

[@rosemarie20]

I love that dark parking spot; the darker, the better, for me.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

yea thats a good point. the main thing i worry about in dark spots of someone trying to break into my car, or steal the catalytic converter

[@michaelsuzio4364]

I hate when cop wakes you up at like 3am to get you to move out of the walmart lot...I've been in all 48 u.s continental states

[@rosemariehomeyerbente1832]

My daughter and I used hospital parking lots for our cross country trip in our 58 airstream..

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Cool, ive never slept in a hospital parking lot

[@michelletanner7047]

When you park at Walmart would you suggest motion detection lights on your car?

[@amyfawkes6153]

Amazing that you arrived at a Walmart parking lot and started cooking dried garbanzo beans at that time of night. Even though I have cooked chickpeas in a pressure cooker I think I would have resorted to the canned ones in that instance. I have never tried an instant pot though

[@unitedstatesdale]

Hospital parking lots also work great. People staying in cars is normal for them

[@garyp9906]

Good point. I never thought of that. I have slept in Hotel parking lots along the Interstate. Nobody seems to bother you there.

[@brandysbudgetadventures5170]

2days ago was my first time and the hospital was perfect.👍

[@ms.neevaedwards1667]

love the video information. you have such happy eyes and beautiful lashes lol

[@ericmiranda1764]

Walmart parking lots in the People's Republic of California are always packs with 100k year salary people that could not pay 65k year rent.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Yea i bet

[@beebee68]

Trump's Nazi regime sucked.

[@Ciara1594]

​@@beebee68 How do you feel about Biden's now? 🤨

[@sherryhaughton3938]

When I would travel I used to stay at truck stops but can’t sleep well at them. I own a Toyota Highlander only have slept one in the back on an outing Bigfoot outing, pretty cool time we had, I like how you have covered your windows. Anyway I really like your videos good luck to you and your pup.

[@daniellelandau7762]

Where did you get those great window coverings?

[@huichen3556]

He talked about it in his other video: Toyota Prius converted to camper

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

I made a video explaining how to make them, here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHawqa17lNmEqdk

[@daniellelandau7762]

Where could I just buy them?

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

You can't buy them, nobody sells custom window covers like this, you have to make them yourself unfortunately. But, in my video I explain how to do it step by step

[@ingridlahaye8107]

Loves is a good spot too....

[@Wendy-op3bu]

New sub, new Nomad !!

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Awesome thank you!

[@glamperjan]

I think you are awesome at stealth camping

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thank you! i was thinking about doing more stealth camping videos

[@ifly64s]

And I'm worried about camping in my Revel with my wife and a Golden Retriever. LOL

[@johngreydanus2033]

how about Dial .357?

[@charlenelayhew4811]

Very good video. Most welcome advice. Thank you for posting.

[@xdmkii]

I think the other color bell peppers taste better than the green. Did you know the green bell peppers are the unripened stage of the red/orange/yellow ones?

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

I didn't know that, thanks. I'll have to try red pepper next time

[@manie9689]

I love that about peppers. It’s great to stealth camp in my 2017 Prius. I’m 125lb and 5’1” it’s fun.

[@hannahbahtyaqov9319]

Dinner looked brilliant. Truly delicious.

[@NinjaMakiroll419]

Great video and great tip!! Will you consider Prius for future vehicle purchase?

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

yes i will

[@ahrens07]

Greek for the win. Vegetarian for the win!!!! Good info as always 🙏 Second time watching this video 👍

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Awesome! Thank you! I'm not a full vegan/vegetarian but I do love lots of different vegetarian dishes. Black bean burgers is another one :)

[@dj1698]

CAN’T WAIT TO WATCH!!!!

[@OneLeggedStormChaser]

LOVE the familiar 1st song choice!!

[@thelandofwhispers9184]

Thanks fo this video, this a amazing adventure, greetengs from Poland🙋‍♂️👍

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the support from poland!

[@bencao3524]

Journey on...Thank you!

[@markbajek2541]

doesn't it make more sense to back in , as it would be easier to see an incoming intruder from the main parking area ? Plus it's usually easier to high tail it out of dodge if you don't have to back up first.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

I don't like backing in because my windshield is not light proof, you can see lights on inside the car from the windshield, but not the rest of the car.

[@glamperjan]

I like the way you camp in your Hotel Prius. And your instapot!

[@useryggfdcc]

@@MountainSpringsAdventures Just use one of those silver screen blinds, works perfectly.

[@allentuggle2837]

It really depends on what your backing into. If there's brush and woods, avoid that spot. Those woods and that brush is full of paths and littl hidy holes where the JUNKIES and the DESPERATE DRUNKS hang out to do their SHIT or drink the listerine they just SHOPLIFTED and watch for some unsuspecting soul to steal from. Only park at the places where there is another parking lot adjacent.park under the light and if you can see surveillance cameras around you can sleep better. BE VIGILANT.

[@GaMedic911]

Love what you do in your Prius. Awesome CarCamp setup. But… disagree with your choice of parking spots. The whole idea of the Walmart parking is to remain visible to reduce odds of being harassed or worse. The idiots or deranged or worse prefer isolated areas where they have better odds of NOT being seen when they approach their victims. I’m only commenting to provide comment for viewers who might be about to start car camping and May be a bit naive. Thankfully you have not experienced the worst cases. Be safe. Thanks for posting.

[@jonnydare1427]

Nice!!!

[@drcsep]

Great video. Have you been approached by any law enforcement while camping on a Walmart parking space forcing to get out?

[@ronb6182]

Cannot in the Lakeland area. They all have signs prohibit camping and truck parking. And since Walmarts are not open 24 hours anymore it's not a good place to camp. You might get away with an hour or two but not overnight camping.

[@ronb6182]

I'm only speaking of my Walmarts where I live other Walmarts may let you stay. The 24 hour Walmarts are of the past.

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

I've had 2 run-ins with police, both times they let me stay. Kind of long story for both times, but in general pretty much all police know its legal to sleep at walmart so they wont bother you. Ron- no walmarts are open 24 hours anymore because of the pandemic, but they still have a 3rd shift of workers to clean, stock, and sanitize the store so their cars are always in the parking lots and your car just blends right in with all the other cars

[@ronb6182]

@@MountainSpringsAdventures I was referring to local ordinances that makes it illegal to camp anywhere except at a campground. Most times you probably won't have any trouble. I used to sleep outside of down town Atlanta GA in a Publix parking lot I never had any trouble but I would not do it now it's not safe there anymore. Some church lots are ok but in Helen GA it's not allowed anymore but they have a city park where you can park and it's not too crowded most of the time. Well just stay safe and happy camping.

[@mickeymousey1239]

Inconspicuous - love that, rest area's are scary, your a sitting duck, great vid, great tips, love the Insta pot too I have one. great for cooking pasta and sauce right in them. cheers and stay safe eh

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Thanks! You too!

[@BETTERWORLDSGT]

Yes. I sometimes have felt unsafe a some Rest Stops, there were some real remote feeling ones in Texas. Wouldn't stay at one nowdays!

[@googleuser868]

I like the remote quiet ones myself. My favorite usually only has one or two other vehicles most of the night. No wait for the restroom when you're the only one there. Take a sponge bath and nobody's around to know. Never had a problem.

[@nickymatthews2465]

Walmart was a good idea when they were open 24 hours. I use a van, not an RV, so I don't have a toilet. Under today's conditions, I try to find a hospital emergency room with nearby parking; easier to do, of course, outside of big cities.

[@donielle1531]

Planet Fitness let’s you sleep overnight they are 24 hrs Monday they Thursday

[@Braveheart.22]

@@donielle1531 thank you

[@happycook6737]

I made my own female urinal. Take a 2 liter soda bottle. From the top end, cut in the middle 1/3 way down from the top. Then invert the cut top into the bottom. When finished take top out and pour contents into screw top bottle. It works so well. For emergency #2, 5 gallon bucket lined triple with grocery bags. Put a toilet seat on it. Then seal wastebag in ziplock bag. Much safer options then running to a public bathroom in the middle of the night.

[@jeny6716]

@Happy Cook 👍 You can buy a female urinal at medical supply shop and bed side commode as well Not that expensive

[@tamarabrackett5768]

Few times I had no choice but to sleep in Walmart parking lot..sometimes it was 7° at night

[@MountainSpringsAdventures]

Wow thats really cold