We’re ringing in a new year and welcoming our fifth year as full time RVers with a new travel segment called Dry Camping and Travel Tips with Levi! Our aim is to provide helpful tips to RV newbies and hopefully share a bit more with veteran full timers on all things urban and primitive dry camping (a.k.a. boondocking). Plus, we’ll throw in travel safety pointers here and there.
In Episode 2, Levi discusses the advantages of staying overnight at a truck stop, things to consider before settling in for the night, and applications to utilize when choosing a truck stop. Like Walmart (check out Episode 1), this is an urban form of boondocking, but it allows so many more comforts an RVer needs in one central location. With that in mind, Levi cautions to be wary of the weary truck drivers needing a much needed break from the road. They get first dibs; it is called a truck stop for a reason!
Overnight dry camping is often free and offered at a number of venues. See our list of “Top 5 Free Overnight Parking Options for RVers.”
Our main source when planning journeys between work camping gigs is Allstays. We’ve mentioned Allstays a number of times in previous posts but cannot say enough about the website and app. Allstays is our go-to guide for RV travel. Not only does Allstays pinpoint campgrounds around the nation, it also locates overnight stops at businesses like truck stops, big box stores, restaurants, and more! Reviews from previous patrons are encouraged and included with information on the given location. Often times, we’ve used these reviews when determining the best place to park.
In addition to RV parks and campgrounds, Allstays has a few more added bonuses. With bridge heights and road grades clearly labeled, we are able to safely plan our route. Allstays also mentions businesses that dispense propane and dumping facilities. All of this and so many more service listings for an annual fee of about $30! Levi has created a few tutorials detailing the many functions of Allstays and how to use Google Maps in conjunction with Allstays when planning your next journey. An updated tutorial (2018) can be viewed here.
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As always….safe travels and happy trails!
