California dump stations
718 stations found in California. Browse coverage on the web, then use the app when you need fuller detail and stronger trust signals.
Last data update: Apr 29, 2026
DumpScout tracks RV dump stations across California, including public facilities, rest areas, truck stops, and RV parks. Current coverage includes 500 verified stations and 104 free options.
Most active station clusters are around Acton, Allensworth, Anaheim. Of the listed stations, 400 are currently usable by non-guests (including fee-only access) and 136 report 24-hour availability.
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Helpful guides
Plan better dump station stops in California
These short guides help with the decisions that usually matter most before you commit to a stop in California: whether it is actually open, whether free is worth it, and how to keep a backup nearby.
Open or closed?
How to Tell if an RV Dump Station Is Actually Open
A practical checklist for checking whether an RV dump station is really open before you burn fuel on the detour.
Free vs paid
Free vs Paid RV Dump Stations: What to Check First
Not every free RV dump station is the best stop. Learn when free is worth it, when paid is safer, and what to confirm before you pull in.
Near me
How to Find an RV Dump Station Near You Without Wasting a Detour
A practical approach to finding an RV dump station near you without getting trapped by weak listings, bad access assumptions, or a poor fallback plan.
Helpful guides
RV tank care help for California trips
Use these guides to plan the tank-care side of a California dump stop, from emptying black and gray tanks to avoiding messy maintenance surprises.
Tank dumping basics
How to Empty RV Black and Gray Tanks Without Making a Mess
A practical step-by-step guide to dumping RV black and gray tanks cleanly, safely, and with fewer unpleasant surprises.
Maintenance checklist
RV Holding Tank Maintenance Checklist
A simple RV holding tank maintenance routine for black, gray, and fresh tanks, including odor prevention and when to dump.
Fresh water reset
RV Fresh Water Tank Sanitizing Guide
A careful fresh-water tank sanitizing checklist for RV owners preparing for a trip, storage season, or stale-water reset.
Route planning
Popular RV routes through California
Planning a longer travel day? These route guides connect California coverage with nearby states, destination corridors, and practical backup-stop decisions.
Almanor RV Dump Station
CA
verified open · Paid
BARTON FLATS Dump Station
CA
verified open · Paid
BUSHAY RECREATION AREA Dump Station
CA
reported closed · Paid
Clark Fork Campground Dump Station
CA
unverified · Free
Dump Station (OSM 10929443833)
CA
unverified · Paid
ICE HOUSE Dump Station
CA
unverified · Paid
Kern River Campground RV DUMP Station
CA
reported open · Free
Legacy Campground Dump Station
CA
verified open · Paid
LINCOLN SUPER STORAGE AT THUNDER VALLEY CT.
CA
verified open · Paid
Merrill RV Dump Station
CA
verified open · Paid
Mount Laguna
CA
verified open · Paid
Mt. Laguna, California Dump Site!
CA
verified open · Paid
Mt. Shasta City KOA
CA
verified open · Paid
Need RV dump station
CA
reported open · Paid
Nevada City
CA
verified open · Paid
PYRAMID LAKE - LOS ALAMOS CAMPGROUND Dump Station
CA
unverified · Paid
Rosamond
CA
reported open · Paid
RV Dump
CA
verified open · Paid