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One of few remaining Walmarts that allow overnight parking for Campers, and Truckers. But do not presume anything, as that could always change. Even if you see other rigs in the outer perimeter of the parking lot, go inside to customer service and ask permission. And by all means, let them see you grab a shopping cart and do a little shopping.

I took this a step further and spent about 2 hours filling up two trash bags full of litter that was all over the area where we camped. Apparently, there are a lot of campers and truckers that could care less whether we continue to have a place to overnight.

And don’t be surprised if you get knocked out by a bad smell. I believe someone else mentioned the “Stockyards”. At about 6:45pm yesterday, as I was eating a piece of pie (from Walmart), the direction of the breeze shifted…. And oh boy! It was Strong. Fortunately, after about two hours and the direction shifted again.

So again, it’s free, it’s convenient; so let’s all be good stewards and pick up after ourselves, and maybe the careless few.

You can overnight here is peace and quiet, as long as they are not having a special event. You MUST check in at the Customer Service Desk and ASK permission to overnight. The staff is very nice, and will "register" you. You will need the make,model and license plate # of your rig, and they will direct you to the South parking (employee),lot.

Obviously, any for profit business appreciates your patronage. I purchased a $60 rain jacket, probably paying $15-20 more than other outlets, but hey, that's a lot less than a $40-50 overnight at a campground, and it difinetely beats an interstate rest area (did that last night, and did not get much sleep).

No one is suggesting how much to spend, but even if you walk up with a few odds and ends, they know that allowing free overnights makes good financial sense.

First and Foremost; this is a review of the Campground, not America's Mailbox the company, and their Staff (who are the Best!

But an honest review of the Campground itself is a whole 'nuther Story! Stayed here twice, this last time for one night. $33 for the cheap seats, which is an electric only parking lot nestled gently within 200' of I-90, and two truck stops at the same exit. Exit ramp being right there, next to the campsite. Now, just imagine the numerous trucks using their engine brakes (even though it's illegal in City limits), to slow down on the exit.

Then on the other side of the highway, the merge lane where Pocket Rockets and the like accelerate loudly to get on the interstate! So obviously, Sleep is not an option. The price, especially for members is far too high for what it is. I normally stay at The Ellsworth AFB Famcamp, with 50amp electric, for $15 per night.

Once again, only a true evaluation of the "campground", not the operation and staff. I believe the only thing that would make a difference would be to construct a tall, brick/concrete, sound-barrier between the campground, the highway and truck stops., but that would be expensive.

Would have been 5-stars, especially since it's free, but the long dirt road getting to Sunset Reef was quite rough, i.e. large stones/rocks, washboarded,etc, and hard on the equipment. The 5-8mph drive takes awhile to arrive.
Once there, it's quite nice (no outdoor fires/grilling) due to fire danger. Fairly new area.Close to the Caverns, and it's FREE!

Pulling into my chosen spot and doing a 180 at the beauty and serenity of this area ( stayed at 40°59'20.4"N 109°32'13.7"W, not all the way out), made me feel a little bit better regarding the trip in. <><> Jug Hollow Road should be renamed: Rough Hollow Road! <> Had I known how bad it would get, I would not have made the journey with my 40' Toy Hauler.

Many have mentioned the 5+ miles of Washboard road, but there is a long section that has been washed out, rutted and very hazardous! Far worse than any road I've been on. And as some folks do, there is no exaggeration involved here to keep the area from becoming "too popular". Making things worse is that most of the road in is very narrow. Thank goodness I did not meet an outgoing camper! Not sure what would happen if I had? And there is no going off the side of the road, as the road is dug in pretty deep from years of grading (which BTW, is in dire need of a re-do!

Again, a beautiful area with lots of water, fishing, kayaking, ATV's and Dirt Bikes. But you have to ask yourself whether potential damage to your rig and it's contents are worth risking. <> And let us not forget.. if you come down Route 191 from I-80.. be prepared for a "White-Knuckle" experience !!! Especially that 2-1/2 mile, 9% grade to go down. Would I camp here again? Not unless the USDA Dept of Forestry improves the roads in.

One of the remaining Walmart's that allow overnight parking. Convenient location, and relatively quiet until darkness set in. Unfortunately, the parking lot was in very close proximity to not one, not two, but three different firework shows. Two of them lasted about 1-1/2 hours, the third and loudest, seemed to go on until the wee hours! My bad.. not sure what I was thinking. And thank you Walmart for your gracious hospitality!

WTH is wrong with People ??? Walmart has long been the bastion of RV travel by providing a resourceful spot to overnight while traveling with you RV. <> But it is most unfortunate that KNUCKHEADS will be the cause of it's demise!

It is Common Knowledge and basic etiquette that you park your rig in an area usually designated by Store Management. This is generally on the perimeter of the parking, on one end or the other. Pretty easy to find because that is where the respectful folks will be parked. <> But look at the photos I included with this review.. a whole bunch of Knuckle-Heads are parked smack dab in the middle of the parking lot, taking up 6-12 spaces or more, meant for regular customers!!!

<> Yes, most of us will go inside and spend money, but that does not give anyone the right to be a Disrespectful Knucklehead and Ruin it for everyone else ! Get Right People, or loose the opportunity!

Please let Walmart management know that you appreciate their hospitality, more and more locations refuse overnight campers now. The only downside to this location is it's proximity to the interstate, which can be noisy at times, mostly the truckers exiting the highway using their engine brakes. And the limited space for overnighter's.. who are supposed to park on the outside perimeter only. Private security enforces this limitation. I arrived at 8:15pm and found the last available spot.

Please let Walmart management know that you appreciate their hospitality, more and more locations refuse overnight campers now. The only downside to this location is it's proximity to the interstate, which can be noisy at times, mostly the truckers exiting the highway using their engine brakes. And the limited space for overnighter's.. who are supposed to park on the outside perimeter only. Private security enforces this limitation. I arrived at 8:15pm and found the last available spot.

I wish my home State of North Carolina had Rest Areas half as nice as Iowa's. So beautiful and well-kept. Sheltered picnic areas with grills, plenty of grassy areas for the pets and kids. And a dump and rinse station to boot.

But, unless you simply exhausted and cannot drive anymore, it is not a good spot to over night. As you enter the area, there is a sign directing trucks to the left, and cars, campers, to the right. On the right side, there are six spaces marked for RV's/Campers. But truck drivers ignore the sign, and by dusk, every spot but the one we were in was occupied by a truck, with the motors running all night.

There was a truck in the left (correct area), parked along side our rig, with the Reefer unit running all night. The truck drivers totally ignore the 15mph speed limit in the area and barrel through at high speeds, many using their loud engine brakes as they come through. Needless to say, not much sleep that night!