Many rest areas have "No Overnight Parking" signs posted. Some enforce
this. I have never had a problem stopping and staying for 5 or 6 hours
to get some sleep. Many truck stops now welcome family travelers with
convenience stores and restaurants available. They can also be a good
place to get electronic gadgets such as 12 volt microwaves and
inverters. Flying J's even have dumping stations, fresh water, and
propane. The Westy does leave you a little out of place in these areas
but I rarely hesitate to use them.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf
Of Doug Alcock
Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2004 9:53 AM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Rest Area Camping??

Hi gang,

        We're Canadians who do a fair bit of camping in the US. While
cruising the Interestates I keep seeing the 'Rest Areas' with trucks and
RV's in them. Are these safe to camp in?? It looks tempting but some
cautious part of me has always held back from actually pulling in and
going to sleep. Any and all comments welcome.

Thanks,
Doug