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amaxx-wtdwd t1_j9uagm6 wrote

Walmart parking lots typically aren't a bad idea

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chef_charcoal t1_j9vqdqm wrote

Free electric, too! Walmart is a very good option. Also you are generally on camera, witch is good if there is any trouble.

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amaxx-wtdwd t1_j9vqqb5 wrote

Well lit, which will hopefully deter people from trying to fuck with you also

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fLux3303 t1_j9vwu8o wrote

They actually encourage in some capacity if I’m not mistaken.

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weemackee t1_j9w7ps2 wrote

Walmart is openly friendly to it. A hotel parking lots will due depending upon the size of your vehicle (they may question an RV sitting for 6 days).

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floralwhale t1_j9ubu82 wrote

Try not to park in the same place too many nights in a row. It's best to rotate. Pull in as late as you can, and leave as early as you can in the morning.

Walmart, cracker barrel, and home depot generally allow overnight parking. Call the specific stores to ask permission if you don't see anyone else parked there. Usually you'll notice a bunch of vans and RVs parked at the back of the lots.

Other ideas - truck stops, rest stops, neighborhoods with a lot of street parking, streets near apartments, or apartment parking lots that are plenty large/ near businesses, and any business that's open 24/7.

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CharlesMansonsBigToe OP t1_j9uefd6 wrote

Thank you this really helped

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MOPPETT331 t1_j9v46w6 wrote

Do you have a sub zero sleeping bag?

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CharlesMansonsBigToe OP t1_j9v5pdh wrote

No but I got some blankets I can bundle up in

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MOPPETT331 t1_j9v9qsl wrote

It’s going to be crazy cold the next two nights. I’m concerned for you.

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CharlesMansonsBigToe OP t1_j9vbivf wrote

Don’t worry about me, Worry about the larger homeless population that don’t have a shelter or means to escape the snow. Im pretty well off.

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big_c_10 t1_j9ux7h3 wrote

Hotel parking lots. Get a free Bonvoy account, park in a Marriott family hotel’s lot and you can siphon wifi.

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Jacqued_and_Tan t1_j9weys6 wrote

If there's free continental breakfast you can usually walk in and eat totally unnoticed.

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eljefino t1_j9yt0dp wrote

Hotels generally have public restrooms not too far from the lobby, too.

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BellaPow t1_j9uam8t wrote

Not much of an atmosphere, but you won’t have trouble at a wal-mart parking lot. Plus you can grab supplies/bathroom access.

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doinks_n_dabs69420 t1_j9udw2z wrote

Look up boondocking in Maine. Lots of free places to park and camp, just have to move every 2 weeks.

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sage4wt t1_j9v0g3n wrote

Anywhere in Aroostook County.

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Moot_n_aboot t1_j9uj6b6 wrote

Park and rides, Walmart, shopping malls that have a 24/Hr gym attached.

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fastIamnot t1_j9v341f wrote

Hospital parking lots (with free parking).

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shopgirl56 t1_j9vesdp wrote

If youre in midcoast maine you can park in my parking lot - there is a porta potty across the street

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spandexcatsuit t1_j9vnav8 wrote

Call churches to ask if it’s ok to park in their lot. They may help you with more than that.

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MarvelSports t1_j9uz68o wrote

Definitely Walmart. I frequently help out a couple who live in their van and one of them works at the same Walmart she parks at.

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jewelandparsons t1_j9uy0qp wrote

I just watched a video on YouTube offering these suggestions: campgrounds, rest areas, Walmart, Costco, hotel parking lots, hospital parking lots. Best of luck, hope things get better soon.

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roze101101 t1_j9v9fqd wrote

r/urbancarliving be safe, stay healthy.

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Dizzyluffy t1_j9vknwi wrote

Hmm don’t wanna repeat any other suggestions here so maybe a 24 hour McDonald’s? If you have one nearby that is. I dont see why they would care and they usually have parking spots off to the sides away from the building. And if you get hungry, you can get your grub on.

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havocdawg t1_j9v26ae wrote

Marginal Way. You might even have some cool neighbors!

Edit: In Portland.

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HolyHand_Grenade t1_j9wisku wrote

in Maine? probably 90% of the state. I've car camped a few times rest stops/gas stations have bright lights but you won't be bothered.

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DJMcFunkRhythms t1_j9x0cmr wrote

I have actually been doing this for six months. 24 hour gym parking lots are a good one, Walmart parking lots also just along the side of residential streets. I personally stay at a 24 hour YMCA parking lot so I can take a shower/use the restroom whenever I need to.

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tony_rama t1_j9vyr3a wrote

I agree about Walmarts in general, but the one in Scarborough has signs specifically forbidding overnight parking.

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wh0wants2kn0w t1_j9wfero wrote

Check iOverlander app. It lists and rates places, and has pictures

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DaNostrich t1_j9vp3kl wrote

Done it myself a few nights, usually just find a Walmart and park near some light, no fun but definitely doable, stay safe friend, well wishes

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RogueStorm9 t1_j9wfhmk wrote

There are some warming shelters in churches or around buildings like that, that have free parking lots for overnight parking only a 5-7 minute walk from the areas. I know Augusta has a few and other big cities.

Edit: typo

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Runnah5555 t1_j9uw6l8 wrote

Used car dealerships.

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dreamsthebigdreams t1_j9x51u8 wrote

In Arizona they sleep in car during the daytime in store parking lots. No problems all day long. Especially if you blend. Heat is a tiny issue.

They stay up all night doing who knows what.... With who knows who... For how long,...

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