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RV Dump & Sani-Dump Stations In Devon, Alberta

53.3668° N, 113.7353° W

Quick Overview

Devon is a small town on the North Saskatchewan River about 41 km southwest of Edmonton, sitting where Highway 60 (Devonian Way) meets Highway 19. That junction makes it a convenient tank-dump and resupply stop, especially since Highway 60 and Highway 19 together work as a southwest bypass of Edmonton if you're trying to avoid city traffic. We track several dump stations in and around town, and some of those are free, roughly a portion free versus a portion paid. The main reliable option is the Devon Lions Campground, which has a dump station along with electric and water hookups; like most campground dumps it primarily serves campers, though many will let non-guests dump for a fee.

One thing to know: Voyageur Park, the pretty river-valley spot at the end of Saskatchewan Avenue, is free day-use only, not overnight camping, so don't plan to dry-camp or dump there. For services, Devon has fuel and groceries in town, the Yellow Market gas station offers propane, and Leduc and Nisku are 20 minutes away with cardlock fuel, more propane, and larger shopping. Potable water is available at the Lions campground and fuel stops, but the outdoor taps close once winter arrives.

We'll be honest about the seasonal picture: the river-valley facilities shut down for the freeze, so from about October through April you'll want to plan dumps around year-round options near Edmonton or Leduc. When a station is open, empty both black and grey at the marked point and rinse only with the potable-water tap provided. Check the listings below for current hours and prices. Staying a while? See our guide to RV parks in Devon. For park details, the town publishes info on Voyageur Park.

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Traveling to Devon by RV

Devon is easy to reach and easy to drive. Local highways are well maintained, and the routes to the Lions campground and out to Wabamun Lake are wide and simple to navigate. Highway 60 runs north-south west of Edmonton and, paired with Highway 19, forms a southwest bypass of the city, which is handy for skipping downtown traffic. Highway 19 connects east to the QEII (Highway 2) near the Edmonton International Airport and Leduc, so you're never far from a major route.

The town itself is a compact grid on the river, with the campground and Voyageur Park at the end of Saskatchewan Avenue. We'd suggest avoiding Highway 60 at rush hour for the smoothest run to and from Edmonton. Winter drivers should be ready for snow and icy patches from November through March, so carry the usual cold-weather gear and give yourself extra stopping distance on the river-valley approaches.

Before You Go: RV Trip Essentials

Dump stations are only one piece of the trip puzzle. Before you set out for your trip to Devon, Alberta, it's worth taking thirty minutes to check that the basics are in place — the four areas below are where unprepared RVers most often get stung.

Check your RV insurance coverage

A standard auto policy rarely covers a Class A, Class C, or travel trailer the way a dedicated RV insurance policy does. If you're financing a motorhome, lenders typically require comprehensive and collision; full-timers should additionally price in vacation liability and personal belongings coverage. Rates vary widely by state and travel pattern — compare quotes from multiple RV-focused carriers before each season.

Know your roadside assistance options

RV-specific roadside plans tow motorhomes and trailers that regular AAA coverage won't touch — flat beds, mobile mechanics, tire service for duallies, and even emergency lockouts at remote campgrounds. Good plans cover your spouse and trailer even if you're driving a separate vehicle, and some include trip interruption reimbursement if a breakdown costs you a reservation.

Decide about an extended warranty early

Original manufacturer warranties on new RVs typically run 12–24 months — shorter than most buyers realize. An extended service contract (essentially a mechanical breakdown policy) covers the appliances, slides, levelling systems, and drivetrain components that can run $3,000–$10,000 to replace. The time to price one is before the factory coverage expires, not after something breaks.

Set up a travel rewards card for fuel and fees

A no-annual-fee travel or gas rewards card pays for itself on a single month of RV travel. Expect to spend $400–$800 per week combined on fuel, campgrounds, and propane — 3–5% cash back on gas alone covers the next oil change. For bigger trips, a sign-up bonus can offset campground fees for the whole season.

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Dump Station Costs in Devon

Dumping around Devon is cheap. Of the several stations we track, some are free, so check those first. The Devon Lions Campground dump station is the main paid option, and campground dumps that accept non-guests typically charge from a few dollars up to around ten per dump; if you're staying on a site, the dump is usually included in your nightly fee. The Lions campground offers electric and water hookups with showers and WiFi, so a serviced night here is reasonable value. Budget a little extra for propane at the Yellow Market or in nearby Leduc, plus potable water. Costs and availability tighten in winter as the river-valley facilities close for the freeze.

Free: 9 stations (69%)
Paid: 4 stations (31%)

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Best Time to Visit Devon by RV

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Winter

Nov - Feb

-16°C - -6°C

Crowds: Low

Cold with snow and ice November through March. Seasonal river-valley dump stations and campground water close October through April, so plan around year-round facilities near Edmonton or Leduc.

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Spring

Mar - May

-2°C - 12°C

Crowds: Low

Thaw through April and May with lingering overnight frost. Seasonal water systems reopen once the freeze risk passes, usually mid to late May.

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Summer

Jun - Aug

11°C - 23°C

Crowds: High

Peak season. The Devon Lions Campground dump station is open and busiest on summer weekends, so aim for a weekday morning if you can.

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Fall

Sep - Oct

-1°C - 12°C

Crowds: Medium

September is comfortable with fewer crowds, but October cools fast. Dump and winterize before the first hard frost, usually by mid-October.

Explore the Devon Area

A few things worth knowing about dumping and resupplying around Devon. The big one: Voyageur Park is free day-use only, so plan your overnight stays and tank dumps at the Devon Lions Campground, which is the spot with the local dump station and hookups. It's a family-oriented, community-run campground by the river, so be respectful of quiet hours if you roll in late.

For fuel and propane, the Yellow Market in town has propane, and if you need more options, Leduc and Nisku are about 20 minutes east with cardlock fuel through the Leduc Co-op and additional propane suppliers. Use the Highway 60 and Highway 19 combo as a southwest Edmonton bypass, but avoid Highway 60 at rush hour. If you've got time, the 12-plus kilometres of river-valley trails on both sides of the Devon bridge are a genuinely nice leg-stretch after a long drive.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dump Stations in Devon

Where can I dump my RV tanks in Devon, Alberta?

We track several dump stations in and around Devon, with the full list of addresses and hours in the listings below. The main reliable option is the Devon Lions Campground, which has a dump station along with electric and water hookups, sitting by the river at the end of Saskatchewan Avenue. Like most campground dumps it mainly serves registered campers, though many allow non-guests to dump for a fee, so it's worth calling ahead. Note that Voyageur Park is free day-use only and has no dumping. When you do dump, empty both black and grey tanks at the marked point and rinse only with the potable-water hose provided.

Are there free dump stations in Devon?

Possibly. Of the several stations we list, some are free to use, about a portion of the local options. Free sani-dumps are the first place to check if you're keeping costs down, but options are limited in a town this size and availability shifts with the season, since the river-valley facilities close over the winter freeze. We'd recommend confirming the current status on the individual listing before you drive out of your way, especially in spring and fall. If nothing free is open, the Devon Lions Campground is the dependable paid alternative, and Leduc nearby has more options within 20 minutes.

How much does it cost to dump an RV near Devon?

Not much at all. Free stations cost nothing, and campground dump stations that allow non-guests typically charge from a few dollars up to around ten per dump. At the Devon Lions Campground, if you're staying on a site the dump is usually included in your nightly fee, and that fee gets you electric and water hookups, showers, and WiFi, so it's reasonable value for a serviced night. Budget a little extra for a propane fill at the Yellow Market in town or in nearby Leduc, plus potable water. Costs and availability firm up in winter as the seasonal river-valley facilities close for the freeze.

Can I stay overnight in my RV in Devon?

Yes, but at the campground rather than in Voyageur Park or on town streets. Voyageur Park is free day-use only, so it's not an overnight option. The Devon Lions Campground is the place for overnight RV stays, with electric and water hookups, showers, WiFi, accessible washrooms, and a dump station, all in a family-oriented setting by the North Saskatchewan River. If it's full or closed for the season, Wabamun Lake Provincial Park to the northwest has full-service sites and modern bathrooms, and the Leduc and Edmonton area within 20 to 30 minutes has additional campgrounds. Use a serviced site rather than trying to dry-camp in the river valley.

What RV services are available in Devon?

Devon covers the basics, with more nearby. In town you'll find fuel and groceries, and the Yellow Market gas station offers propane. For more, Leduc and Nisku are about 20 minutes east: Fas Gas Plus in Leduc and Esso in Nisku handle fuel, the Leduc Co-op has cardlock and bulk fuel, and Mutual Propane and Superior Propane serve the area. RV service and repair are available in the Leduc and Edmonton area. Potable water is available at the Devon Lions Campground and fuel stops, though outdoor taps close for winter, so fill up before the freeze if you're travelling in the shoulder seasons.

Are the dump stations near Devon open in winter?

The seasonal ones are not. Devon sits in the Edmonton region, which has cold winters with snow and ice from November through March and lows near -16°C, so the river-valley dump station and campground water systems generally close from about October through April to prevent frozen pipes. If you're travelling through in the cold months, don't count on the Devon Lions Campground dump being open; instead plan around year-round facilities near Edmonton or Leduc, and winterize your own plumbing. Always confirm current status on the listing before heading out, because closure dates shift with the weather each year in central Alberta.

What should I bring to dump my tanks here?

Bring the standard dump kit: a good sewer hose with a clear elbow so you can see when the tank runs clear, disposable gloves, and hand sanitizer or wash water. Keep a separate hose marked just for potable water, since you should only rinse with the provided drinking-water tap and never cross-contaminate. Carry a few dollars in cash for pay stations or campground fees, as not every spot takes cards. In spring or fall, pack some RV antifreeze in case a tap or valve is frozen. Leveling blocks help at rougher pull-ups, and given Devon's river-valley setting, a set of gloves you don't mind getting muddy is handy too.

Is there a dump station on the way around Edmonton?

Devon is well placed for it. Highway 60 and Highway 19 together form a southwest bypass of Edmonton, so if you're routing around the city rather than through it, Devon is a natural place to service the rig. The Devon Lions Campground has the local dump station, and Highway 19 connects east to the QEII (Highway 2) near the Edmonton International Airport and Leduc if you need more options. We'd suggest avoiding Highway 60 at rush hour for the smoothest run. Check the listings below for the station closest to your route, and top off fuel and propane while you're stopped.

Can non-guests use the campground dump station in Devon?

Often, but confirm first. The Devon Lions Campground dump station primarily serves registered campers, though many campgrounds like it allow non-guests to dump for a small fee. The reliable way to find out is to call the campground office or ask when you pull in rather than assuming public access. If you're told no, the free public options we list are your fallback, and Leduc nearby has more within 20 minutes. Being polite and having exact change ready helps. During peak summer weekends the campground can be busy with registered campers, so a weekday morning is your best window for a quick in-and-out.

Where can I get propane near Devon?

The Yellow Market gas station in Devon, at 96 9 Superior St, offers propane, which is the most convenient in-town option for a fill. If you need more choices, Leduc and Nisku are about 20 minutes east: Mutual Propane and Superior Propane both serve the Leduc area, and the Leduc Co-op has bulk propane offerings. Edmonton is 30 minutes away with plenty of suppliers if you strike out closer to home. We always recommend topping up propane before winter travel in this region, since the furnace runs hard once overnight lows drop below freezing, which they regularly do from October onward in central Alberta.

Is Devon a good base for exploring near Edmonton?

It's a pleasant, low-key base. Devon Voyageur Park on the North Saskatchewan River is the local highlight, a free day-use area with picnic tables, firepits, a gazebo, and over 12 kilometres of paved and gravel trails on both sides of the bridge for hiking and biking, plus fishing and birdwatching. Wabamun Lake Provincial Park to the northwest adds a sandy beach and boating. Edmonton and its attractions are about 30 minutes away, and Leduc's shopping is closer. With the Devon Lions Campground for a serviced overnight and the southwest bypass routing, it's a quiet alternative to staying right in the city.

What is the best time of year to RV through Devon?

Late June to early September is ideal, with daytime highs around 20 to 25°C and cool nights, and that's when the Devon Lions Campground dump station and water are open. May and September see fewer crowds and lower prices while staying comfortable, though frost risk climbs at the edges of the season and affects outdoor taps. Winter travel is possible but demands full winterizing, since the river-valley facilities close for the freeze and Highway 60 can get snow and ice November through March. For the easiest dumping and resupply experience, aim for the summer window when everything is reliably open.

Do I need a permit to use a dump station in Devon?

No permit is required to use a public or campground dump station in Devon. Where a fee applies, it's simply a pay-per-use charge at the station or part of your campground site fee, not a permit. The local rules that matter are practical ones: Voyageur Park is day-use only with no overnight camping or dumping, and overnight RV stays belong at the Devon Lions Campground. So you can pull into an open station or the campground, pay any posted fee, empty both tanks at the marked point, rinse only with the potable-water tap provided, and be on your way. Just follow the posted instructions at each site.

Where can I dump my RV tanks in Devon, Alberta?

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Are there free dump stations in Devon?

Possibly. Of the {{stationCount}} stations we list, {{freeCount}} are free to use, about {{freePct}} of the local options. Free sani-dumps are the first place to check if you're keeping costs down, but options are limited in a town this size and availability shifts with the season, since the river-valley facilities close over the winter freeze. We'd recommend confirming the current status on the individual listing before you drive out of your way, especially in spring and fall. If nothing free is open, the Devon Lions Campground is the dependable paid alternative, and Leduc nearby has more options within 20 minutes.

How much does it cost to dump an RV near Devon?

Not much at all. Free stations cost nothing, and campground dump stations that allow non-guests typically charge from a few dollars up to around ten per dump. At the Devon Lions Campground, if you're staying on a site the dump is usually included in your nightly fee, and that fee gets you electric and water hookups, showers, and WiFi, so it's reasonable value for a serviced night. Budget a little extra for a propane fill at the Yellow Market in town or in nearby Leduc, plus potable water. Costs and availability firm up in winter as the seasonal river-valley facilities close for the freeze.

Can I stay overnight in my RV in Devon?

Yes, but at the campground rather than in Voyageur Park or on town streets. Voyageur Park is free day-use only, so it's not an overnight option. The Devon Lions Campground is the place for overnight RV stays, with electric and water hookups, showers, WiFi, accessible washrooms, and a dump station, all in a family-oriented setting by the North Saskatchewan River. If it's full or closed for the season, Wabamun Lake Provincial Park to the northwest has full-service sites and modern bathrooms, and the Leduc and Edmonton area within 20 to 30 minutes has additional campgrounds. Use a serviced site rather than trying to dry-camp in the river valley.

What RV services are available in Devon?

Devon covers the basics, with more nearby. In town you'll find fuel and groceries, and the Yellow Market gas station offers propane. For more, Leduc and Nisku are about 20 minutes east: Fas Gas Plus in Leduc and Esso in Nisku handle fuel, the Leduc Co-op has cardlock and bulk fuel, and Mutual Propane and Superior Propane serve the area. RV service and repair are available in the Leduc and Edmonton area. Potable water is available at the Devon Lions Campground and fuel stops, though outdoor taps close for winter, so fill up before the freeze if you're travelling in the shoulder seasons.

Are the dump stations near Devon open in winter?

The seasonal ones are not. Devon sits in the Edmonton region, which has cold winters with snow and ice from November through March and lows near -16°C, so the river-valley dump station and campground water systems generally close from about October through April to prevent frozen pipes. If you're travelling through in the cold months, don't count on the Devon Lions Campground dump being open; instead plan around year-round facilities near Edmonton or Leduc, and winterize your own plumbing. Always confirm current status on the listing before heading out, because closure dates shift with the weather each year in central Alberta.

What should I bring to dump my tanks here?

Bring the standard dump kit: a good sewer hose with a clear elbow so you can see when the tank runs clear, disposable gloves, and hand sanitizer or wash water. Keep a separate hose marked just for potable water, since you should only rinse with the provided drinking-water tap and never cross-contaminate. Carry a few dollars in cash for pay stations or campground fees, as not every spot takes cards. In spring or fall, pack some RV antifreeze in case a tap or valve is frozen. Leveling blocks help at rougher pull-ups, and given Devon's river-valley setting, a set of gloves you don't mind getting muddy is handy too.

Is there a dump station on the way around Edmonton?

Devon is well placed for it. Highway 60 and Highway 19 together form a southwest bypass of Edmonton, so if you're routing around the city rather than through it, Devon is a natural place to service the rig. The Devon Lions Campground has the local dump station, and Highway 19 connects east to the QEII (Highway 2) near the Edmonton International Airport and Leduc if you need more options. We'd suggest avoiding Highway 60 at rush hour for the smoothest run. Check the listings below for the station closest to your route, and top off fuel and propane while you're stopped.

Can non-guests use the campground dump station in Devon?

Often, but confirm first. The Devon Lions Campground dump station primarily serves registered campers, though many campgrounds like it allow non-guests to dump for a small fee. The reliable way to find out is to call the campground office or ask when you pull in rather than assuming public access. If you're told no, the free public options we list are your fallback, and Leduc nearby has more within 20 minutes. Being polite and having exact change ready helps. During peak summer weekends the campground can be busy with registered campers, so a weekday morning is your best window for a quick in-and-out.

Where can I get propane near Devon?

The Yellow Market gas station in Devon, at 96 9 Superior St, offers propane, which is the most convenient in-town option for a fill. If you need more choices, Leduc and Nisku are about 20 minutes east: Mutual Propane and Superior Propane both serve the Leduc area, and the Leduc Co-op has bulk propane offerings. Edmonton is 30 minutes away with plenty of suppliers if you strike out closer to home. We always recommend topping up propane before winter travel in this region, since the furnace runs hard once overnight lows drop below freezing, which they regularly do from October onward in central Alberta.

Is Devon a good base for exploring near Edmonton?

It's a pleasant, low-key base. Devon Voyageur Park on the North Saskatchewan River is the local highlight, a free day-use area with picnic tables, firepits, a gazebo, and over 12 kilometres of paved and gravel trails on both sides of the bridge for hiking and biking, plus fishing and birdwatching. Wabamun Lake Provincial Park to the northwest adds a sandy beach and boating. Edmonton and its attractions are about 30 minutes away, and Leduc's shopping is closer. With the Devon Lions Campground for a serviced overnight and the southwest bypass routing, it's a quiet alternative to staying right in the city.

What is the best time of year to RV through Devon?

Late June to early September is ideal, with daytime highs around 20 to 25°C and cool nights, and that's when the Devon Lions Campground dump station and water are open. May and September see fewer crowds and lower prices while staying comfortable, though frost risk climbs at the edges of the season and affects outdoor taps. Winter travel is possible but demands full winterizing, since the river-valley facilities close for the freeze and Highway 60 can get snow and ice November through March. For the easiest dumping and resupply experience, aim for the summer window when everything is reliably open.

Do I need a permit to use a dump station in Devon?

No permit is required to use a public or campground dump station in Devon. Where a fee applies, it's simply a pay-per-use charge at the station or part of your campground site fee, not a permit. The local rules that matter are practical ones: Voyageur Park is day-use only with no overnight camping or dumping, and overnight RV stays belong at the Devon Lions Campground. So you can pull into an open station or the campground, pay any posted fee, empty both tanks at the marked point, rinse only with the potable-water tap provided, and be on your way. Just follow the posted instructions at each site.

What is the highest-rated dump station in Devon?

The highest-rated station is Crystal Truck & RV Wash with a rating of 3.9/5 stars.

Are there free dump stations in Devon?

Yes — there are free RV waste disposal options available near Devon.