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Is it legal to sleep in Walmart parking lot in California?

No matter what you're driving, you can legally (and safely) park overnight for free at most Walmarts across the country.



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This number has been declining as zoning laws and city ordinances are increasingly banning overnight parking. Store managers may also not allow it. According to Walmart's website, “Permission to park is extended by individual store managers, based on availability of parking space and local laws.

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Not all Walmarts allow overnight parking! In fact, only about 50% of them do. This number has been declining as zoning laws and city ordinances are increasingly banning overnight parking. Store managers may also not allow it.

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A: In California, it is generally legal to sleep in your car on public property, such as on a city street, as long as you are not violating any other laws, such as parking regulations or prohibitions on overnight camping.

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7 Places You Can Park Overnight & Sleep On A Road Trip
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  • City Street Parking.


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Top 10 Free Overnight Parking Ideas
  • Casinos.
  • Movie Theaters.
  • Cracker Barrels.
  • Walmart.
  • Churches.
  • Arenas and Stadiums.
  • Farms and Vineyards.
  • Planet Fitness.


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