Walmart parking lots, unless otherwise posted, are usually free to stay in overnight. It's always best to go inside the store, even if you see a lot of RV's in the parking lot, and ask. Walmart policy is to welcome RV's in their parking lots as long as they park at the far end (away from the entrance) and don't bother other folks. It's nice to return the favor and do at least a little shopping. In some towns/cities, it's against municipal ordinance to stay in a parking lot overnight, so even Walmart has to turn you away. You can also stay at truck stops (Flying J for sure). They can be kinda noisy, but they're free. And you have 24/7 eating and restroom facilities plus showers (for a fee). While it's a little ways off of I-40, the city of Pampa, TX, has a public park downtown that provides free camping (max of three nights) complete with water and electric hookups. That right, water and electric FREE! We stayed there one night back in 1994 (traveling from Memphis to Oregon) and it was very nice. In Texas you can stay one night at state picnic areas and rest areas for free. Norm -----Original Message----- Date: Sat, 15 May 2004 19:29:30 -0700 From: alexander may <mr_may21@HOTMAIL.COM> Subject: cross country camping suggestions?? Hi ya folks Alex here...and I was wondering if anyone can recommend some cheap (or free) camping spots along route 40 from California to Nashville. Thanks 83 Westfalia aka "granny" |
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