How to Park Your Tiny House on Wheels Without Losing Your Mind

If you’re thinking about buying or building your own tiny house on wheels, chances are you’ve already thought about where to park it. Tiny homes on wheels can be parked wherever RV’s can be parked, which means a little more flexibility than most tiny houses on foundations, but there are still considerations that need to be made before you bring home your tiny home on wheels. To ensure you have the least stressful time parking your tiny house on wheels and making it your new home, here are some things to keep in mind when looking for parking spaces and figuring out how to live in a tiny house on wheels.

The first thing you should know

Finding the perfect spot to park your tiny home can be a challenge. Many people have found peace and freedom with their own tiny house on wheels, but it's not always easy finding the space you need. With more people taking up residence in these small dwellings, there are many considerations you'll need to make before choosing a place for your tiny home. 

1. The first thing you should know is that parking regulations vary depending of where you live, so make sure you know what is required before deciding where to park your home.

But what about parking?

Parking a tiny home can be a bit of a challenge because they're not built like traditional homes. One common solution is to park your tiny house on wheels in an RV or trailer space, but depending on where you live, that might not always be an option. Another solution is to rent out a lot for the month and then move it when the time comes. If neither of those options sound appealing, there are also some other workarounds that people have come up with over the years.

Finding available space near your home

Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits all solution when it comes to parking your tiny house on wheels. The best course of action is often just a matter of trial and error. You may be able to find an available space near your home and drive your tiny house onto the property, or you may have to park in a public lot, either close by or farther away. You might even need the help of a truck or trailer to get your home from one place to another.

Look at public land

Public land is a great place to park your tiny home on wheels. It is an excellent option for those who are looking for free parking and easy access to nature. The only downside of parking your tiny house in public lands is that you may have a difficult time finding available space depending on the region. In some cases, you may have to be very creative with your search and consider more remote areas in order to find the perfect spot.

Find a place where you can park long term

The best way to find a spot for your tiny house is by looking for an RV resort or campground with long term rentals. Many of these places allow you to stay as little as a few days, which can be perfect if you are in between moves.

Other unique places you can park without permission

If you don't have permission for your tiny house, there are some places you can park it without needing to worry about being towed away. You might not want to stay in these places long-term, but they're a good place to park while you look for property or find someone who is interested in building a tiny house.

1) National Parks - These parks often don't allow overnight parking, but it's worth calling ahead and asking if they'll make an exception for your tiny house. They might say yes! 

2) RV Parks - Some RV parks let people stay only one night at a time and charge by the night. This could be perfect for your situation if you just need somewhere to sleep while you work out where else you want to live.