RV Dump & Sani-Dump Stations In Rimbey, Alberta
52.6334° N, 114.2353° W
Quick Overview
Rimbey sits right at the junction of Highway 20 and Highway 53 in the Blindman River valley of central Alberta, about 62 km northwest of Red Deer and a natural crossroads for RVers touring the lake country. The main dump station is at the Rimbey Lions Nesting Place RV Park, a Lions Club operation at the south end of town by the ball diamonds. It runs 42 sites with a sani-dump, potable water, showers and both full and electric-water hookups, handling rigs up to about 55 feet. The standout detail is that it stays open all year, which is genuinely rare in this part of Alberta, so a winter dump is possible when almost everything else is frozen shut.
Our directory currently shows several dump option(s) locally, some of them free (a portion free versus a portion paid), averaging 3.9 across 1,548 reviews. In summer your choices widen: Open Creek Dam Campground about 32 km west on Highway 53, and the dump station at Aspen Beach Provincial Park on Gull Lake toward Lacombe. We treat Rimbey as a reload hub, dumping, refilling water, topping propane and stocking groceries here before heading out to the lakes and Crown land to the west where services thin out. For year-round municipal facilities, Red Deer is about an hour southeast.
What makes Rimbey work for us is the combination of real services and a quiet setting. It is far enough off the main freeway to stay peaceful, but it still has full groceries, fuel, propane and a proper year-round RV park, so you are never scrambling for the basics. The town grew up as a farm-and-ranch service centre, and that practical streak shows: the sani-dump is easy to reach, the sites are level, and nobody is in a hurry. Add the historical park and the aquatic centre right in town and it turns a routine tank stop into a pleasant afternoon. It is an unhurried, useful stop that also happens to have a good museum and a fine pool.
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| Station Name | Distance | Rating | Category | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nesting Place RV Park | 0.5 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Free |
| Sunset Legion Campground | 9.2 mi | 3.9 | Dump Station | Free |
| Bentley Municipal Campground | 13.9 mi | 3.0 | Dump Station | Free |
| Sunhaven RV & Boat Storage | 15.7 mi | 5.0 | Dump Station | Free |
| Aspen Beach Provincial Park - Lakeview Campground | 15.7 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Varies |
| Aspen Campground - Town Park | 15.7 mi | 4.4 | Dump Station | Free |
| Aspen Beach Provincial Park - Brewers Campground | 16.5 mi | 4.4 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Lions Campground | 19.6 mi | 4.0 | Dump Station | Free |
| Jarvis Bay Provincial Campground | 21.2 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Varies |
| Whispering Spruce Campground (Edor Acres) | 21.2 mi | 3.6 | Dump Station | Free |
The Nesting Place RV Park
0.5 miSunset Legion Campground
9.2 miBentley Municipal Campground
13.9 miSunhaven RV & Boat Storage
15.7 miAspen Beach Provincial Park - Lakeview Campground
15.7 miAspen Campground - Town Park
15.7 miAspen Beach Provincial Park - Brewers Campground
16.5 miLions Campground
19.6 miJarvis Bay Provincial Campground
21.2 miWhispering Spruce Campground (Edor Acres)
21.2 miTraveling to Rimbey by RV
Both roads into town, Highway 20 and Highway 53, are two-lane rural highways that RVs handle comfortably, but you will share them with grain trucks and slow farm equipment through the growing season, so leave generous passing room and expect the odd wait behind a combine. Highway 53 runs east toward Ponoka and Highway 2, the QEII freeway, roughly 60 km away, while Red Deer is about 62 km southeast; Highway 771 branches toward the lakes. The spot to slow for is the Highway 20 and 53 junction in the town core, where turns tighten and parked cars along the main street narrow the lane. Daytime rig parking is easy at the arena and aquatic-centre lots, but there is no legal overnight highway pull-off, so plan to stay at the RV park itself.
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Before You Go: RV Trip Essentials
Dump stations are only one piece of the trip puzzle. Before you set out for your trip to Rimbey, 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 Rimbey
Plan on a modest dump fee at the Lions Nesting Place RV Park if you are only dumping; it is folded into your site fee when you camp. Our numbers show a portion of local options free and a portion paid, so budget for a paid dump and count any free find as a win. Serviced sites at the Lions park run in the affordable central-Alberta range, generally cheaper than lakeside provincial-park rates in peak season. If you want a no-charge dump, your best bet is a summer stop at one of the rural campgrounds or pairing disposal with a fuel stop in Red Deer, where year-round municipal facilities keep costs low.
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Best Time to Visit Rimbey by RV
Winter
Nov - Feb
-17 C - -6 C
Crowds: Low
Deep central-Alberta cold from December through February with hard freezes. The rare bonus here is that the Lions Nesting Place RV Park stays open year-round, so a winter dump is possible, but call ahead and expect to winterize anything with exposed lines.
Spring
Mar - May
-2 C - 11 C
Crowds: Low
Wet, muddy thaw with frost risk hanging into late May. Gravel approaches at the dam and provincial-park campgrounds can be soft; the in-town RV park is your most dependable early-season dump.
Summer
Jun - Aug
9 C - 22 C
Crowds: Medium
Warm days, cool nights and busy lake country nearby. This is peak season for Gull Lake and the local campgrounds, so book weekend sites ahead. Great time for the Pas-Ka-Poo Park and truck museum.
Fall
Sep - Oct
-1 C - 12 C
Crowds: Low
Dry and colourful early, with a hard frost usually by early October. Seasonal dam and provincial-park dumps close as nights drop; dump before overnighting once it freezes.
Explore the Rimbey Area
Top off propane and groceries in Rimbey before you head west; the lakes and Crown land out that way run short on services fast. Fuel is along Highway 20 through town, and local bulk-fuel dealers refill RV cylinders, so combine propane, fuel, the dump and a grocery run into one efficient stop. Water and the dump are both at the Lions Nesting Place park at the south end. Because that park is open year-round, it doubles as a rare winter dump option, but call first to confirm the sani-dump is live and not frozen, and winterize your own hose. If you have an hour, the Pas-Ka-Poo Historical Park and the Smithson truck museum are a genuinely fun break from driving, and the rebuilt pool is a hit with kids.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dump Stations in Rimbey
Where can I dump my RV tanks in Rimbey?
The go-to dump station in town is at the Rimbey Lions Nesting Place RV Park, run by the local Lions Club at the south end of town near the ball diamonds and soccer fields. It has 42 sites, a sani-dump, potable water, showers and both full and electric-water hookups, and it welcomes rigs up to about 55 feet. The standout feature is that it stays open all year, which is unusual for central Alberta, so you can dump here even off-season. We always call ahead to confirm the dump fee and whether it is open to non-registered guests during busy summer weekends.
How many dump stations are near Rimbey?
Our directory lists several dump option(s) in and around Rimbey, with some of those free. Beyond the in-town Lions park, seasonal options open up nearby in summer, including Open Creek Dam Campground about 32 km west on Highway 53 and the dump station at Aspen Beach Provincial Park on Gull Lake toward Lacombe. Rimbey sits at the Highway 20 and 53 junction, so it is a natural crossroads stop; if the local park is full, the lake and dam sites give you backups during camping season, and Red Deer is about 62 km southeast for year-round facilities.
Is there a free dump station in Rimbey?
Free public dump stations are limited around Rimbey; the dependable in-town option is the Lions Nesting Place RV Park, which charges a modest fee. Our data currently shows some free option(s) out of several total locally. If a no-charge dump is a priority, your best odds come in summer at some of the rural and lake-area campgrounds, or by pairing a dump with a fuel stop in Red Deer to the southeast. Wherever you go, empty only into a marked sani-dump receptacle, rinse the connection and cap it, and never dump into a ditch or storm drain.
Can I stay overnight in my RV in Rimbey?
Yes, at a campground. The Rimbey Lions Nesting Place RV Park is the in-town choice, open year-round with 42 sites, hookups, showers and a dump, sitting quietly at the south end by the sports fields. In summer you also have Open Creek Dam Campground west on Highway 53 and provincial-park camping on Gull Lake. The town does not offer a designated free overnight lot, and sleeping in retail lots is not the norm, so plan on the RV park. The bonus is you are within a short walk or drive of Pas-Ka-Poo Park, the pool and the town shops.
What highways lead into Rimbey for RVs?
Rimbey sits right at the junction of Highway 20 and Highway 53 in the Blindman River valley of central Alberta. Both are two-lane rural highways that RVs handle fine, though you will share them with grain trucks and slow farm equipment in season, so leave passing room. Highway 53 runs east to Ponoka and Highway 2, the QEII, roughly 60 km away, while Red Deer is about 62 km southeast. Highway 771 branches off toward the lakes. The one spot to slow for is the Highway 20 and 53 junction in town, where the turns tighten and main-street parking narrows the lane.
Where do I get propane and fuel near the Rimbey dump station?
Rimbey is a full-service town, so propane and fuel are covered. There are gas stations along Highway 20 through town and local bulk-fuel and propane dealers that refill RV cylinders. It is a good place to top off before heading to the quieter lakes and Crown land to the west, where services get sparse fast. We like to combine the propane refill with the dump and a grocery run so it is one stop. Call a propane dealer ahead if you are arriving toward the end of the day, since cylinder-refill hours are usually shorter than the fuel pumps stay open.
Does the Rimbey dump station stay open in winter?
This is where Rimbey stands out. The Lions Nesting Place RV Park advertises year-round operation, which is rare in central Alberta, so its dump station can be usable in winter when most seasonal facilities are frozen shut. That said, deep cold here regularly hits -17 C or lower, so any exposed sani-dump plumbing can still freeze on the coldest days. We strongly recommend calling the park directly before relying on a winter dump, confirming the sani-dump is live and not seasonally closed, and winterizing your own hose and connections. The nearby dam and provincial-park dumps are summer-only and will be shut.
How far is Rimbey from Red Deer and Edmonton?
Rimbey is about 62 km northwest of Red Deer and roughly 145 km southwest of Edmonton, sitting between the two off the main freeway in quieter lake-and-farm country. Red Deer is the closest full RV-service centre with dealers, parts and year-round dump stations, about an hour southeast via Highway 53 and Highway 2. Edmonton is a longer haul north. For most travellers, Rimbey works as a peaceful crossroads stop to dump, refuel and visit the lakes rather than a place to get major RV work done, which we would route to Red Deer instead.
Can big rigs and long trailers use the Rimbey dump station?
Yes. The Lions Nesting Place RV Park accommodates rigs up to about 55 feet with full and electric-water hookup sites and a sani-dump built for larger coaches, so a big motorhome or long fifth-wheel is no problem. Access at the south end of town by the sports fields is straightforward. The tighter spot to watch is the Highway 20 and 53 junction and main street downtown, where parked cars narrow things; take it slow through the core. As always, we do a slow walk-around of the dump apron first to check for low branches or a soft edge before backing a long rig into position.
Are there other dump stations if the Rimbey park is full or closed?
Yes, especially in summer. Open Creek Dam Campground about 32 km west on Highway 53 has facilities during its May-to-October season, and Aspen Beach Provincial Park on Gull Lake toward Lacombe has a dump station along with showers and a store. For a year-round guarantee, drive about 62 km southeast to Red Deer, where municipal and commercial dump stations operate in every season. In winter, when the seasonal lake and dam sites are shut, that Red Deer run or the year-round Lions park in town are your two reliable choices, so plan your route around whichever fits your direction of travel.
Do I need a permit or reservation to dump in Rimbey?
No municipal permit is needed to use a paid campground dump station. At the Lions Nesting Place RV Park you pay the posted dump fee, or it is included when you camp there. We suggest phoning ahead on busy summer weekends, since some club-run and provincial-park dumps prioritize registered guests when they fill up. There is no RV-waste permit system in town. Just use the marked sani-dump receptacle, rinse and cap your connections properly, and never empty tanks into a ditch, field or storm drain, which is both illegal and a fast way to earn a bad reputation with locals.
What is there to do in Rimbey while I am parked?
Plenty for a small town. The main draw is Pas-Ka-Poo Historical Park, a big open green space with a historical village, museum buildings and the Visitor Information Centre. Inside it sits the Smithson International Truck Museum, home to what is billed as the world largest collection of International trucks, which is a genuine treat for anyone who likes old iron. The rebuilt Rimbey aquatic centre has a junior-olympic pool, waterslide, hot tubs and a splash pad for kids. Add the nearby lakes for swimming and boating, and a night in Rimbey is easy to fill between dumping and driving.
Is Rimbey a good base for the central Alberta lakes?
It is a practical one. Rimbey sits at the Highway 20 and 53 crossroads in the Blindman River valley, close to Gull Lake, Aspen Beach Provincial Park and the quieter waters and Crown land to the west. Because the town has full groceries, fuel, propane and a year-round RV park with a dump, we use it as the reload point before heading out to the lakes, where services drop off. Come back through to dump, refill fresh water and restock, then head out again. For a lake-country loop in central Alberta, Rimbey is a sensible hub.
Where can I dump my RV tanks in Rimbey?
The go-to dump station in town is at the Rimbey Lions Nesting Place RV Park, run by the local Lions Club at the south end of town near the ball diamonds and soccer fields. It has 42 sites, a sani-dump, potable water, showers and both full and electric-water hookups, and it welcomes rigs up to about 55 feet. The standout feature is that it stays open all year, which is unusual for central Alberta, so you can dump here even off-season. We always call ahead to confirm the dump fee and whether it is open to non-registered guests during busy summer weekends.
How many dump stations are near Rimbey?
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Is there a free dump station in Rimbey?
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Can I stay overnight in my RV in Rimbey?
Yes, at a campground. The Rimbey Lions Nesting Place RV Park is the in-town choice, open year-round with 42 sites, hookups, showers and a dump, sitting quietly at the south end by the sports fields. In summer you also have Open Creek Dam Campground west on Highway 53 and provincial-park camping on Gull Lake. The town does not offer a designated free overnight lot, and sleeping in retail lots is not the norm, so plan on the RV park. The bonus is you are within a short walk or drive of Pas-Ka-Poo Park, the pool and the town shops.
What highways lead into Rimbey for RVs?
Rimbey sits right at the junction of Highway 20 and Highway 53 in the Blindman River valley of central Alberta. Both are two-lane rural highways that RVs handle fine, though you will share them with grain trucks and slow farm equipment in season, so leave passing room. Highway 53 runs east to Ponoka and Highway 2, the QEII, roughly 60 km away, while Red Deer is about 62 km southeast. Highway 771 branches off toward the lakes. The one spot to slow for is the Highway 20 and 53 junction in town, where the turns tighten and main-street parking narrows the lane.
Where do I get propane and fuel near the Rimbey dump station?
Rimbey is a full-service town, so propane and fuel are covered. There are gas stations along Highway 20 through town and local bulk-fuel and propane dealers that refill RV cylinders. It is a good place to top off before heading to the quieter lakes and Crown land to the west, where services get sparse fast. We like to combine the propane refill with the dump and a grocery run so it is one stop. Call a propane dealer ahead if you are arriving toward the end of the day, since cylinder-refill hours are usually shorter than the fuel pumps stay open.
Does the Rimbey dump station stay open in winter?
This is where Rimbey stands out. The Lions Nesting Place RV Park advertises year-round operation, which is rare in central Alberta, so its dump station can be usable in winter when most seasonal facilities are frozen shut. That said, deep cold here regularly hits -17 C or lower, so any exposed sani-dump plumbing can still freeze on the coldest days. We strongly recommend calling the park directly before relying on a winter dump, confirming the sani-dump is live and not seasonally closed, and winterizing your own hose and connections. The nearby dam and provincial-park dumps are summer-only and will be shut.
How far is Rimbey from Red Deer and Edmonton?
Rimbey is about 62 km northwest of Red Deer and roughly 145 km southwest of Edmonton, sitting between the two off the main freeway in quieter lake-and-farm country. Red Deer is the closest full RV-service centre with dealers, parts and year-round dump stations, about an hour southeast via Highway 53 and Highway 2. Edmonton is a longer haul north. For most travellers, Rimbey works as a peaceful crossroads stop to dump, refuel and visit the lakes rather than a place to get major RV work done, which we would route to Red Deer instead.
Can big rigs and long trailers use the Rimbey dump station?
Yes. The Lions Nesting Place RV Park accommodates rigs up to about 55 feet with full and electric-water hookup sites and a sani-dump built for larger coaches, so a big motorhome or long fifth-wheel is no problem. Access at the south end of town by the sports fields is straightforward. The tighter spot to watch is the Highway 20 and 53 junction and main street downtown, where parked cars narrow things; take it slow through the core. As always, we do a slow walk-around of the dump apron first to check for low branches or a soft edge before backing a long rig into position.
Are there other dump stations if the Rimbey park is full or closed?
Yes, especially in summer. Open Creek Dam Campground about 32 km west on Highway 53 has facilities during its May-to-October season, and Aspen Beach Provincial Park on Gull Lake toward Lacombe has a dump station along with showers and a store. For a year-round guarantee, drive about 62 km southeast to Red Deer, where municipal and commercial dump stations operate in every season. In winter, when the seasonal lake and dam sites are shut, that Red Deer run or the year-round Lions park in town are your two reliable choices, so plan your route around whichever fits your direction of travel.
Do I need a permit or reservation to dump in Rimbey?
No municipal permit is needed to use a paid campground dump station. At the Lions Nesting Place RV Park you pay the posted dump fee, or it is included when you camp there. We suggest phoning ahead on busy summer weekends, since some club-run and provincial-park dumps prioritize registered guests when they fill up. There is no RV-waste permit system in town. Just use the marked sani-dump receptacle, rinse and cap your connections properly, and never empty tanks into a ditch, field or storm drain, which is both illegal and a fast way to earn a bad reputation with locals.
What is there to do in Rimbey while I am parked?
Plenty for a small town. The main draw is Pas-Ka-Poo Historical Park, a big open green space with a historical village, museum buildings and the Visitor Information Centre. Inside it sits the Smithson International Truck Museum, home to what is billed as the world largest collection of International trucks, which is a genuine treat for anyone who likes old iron. The rebuilt Rimbey aquatic centre has a junior-olympic pool, waterslide, hot tubs and a splash pad for kids. Add the nearby lakes for swimming and boating, and a night in Rimbey is easy to fill between dumping and driving.
Is Rimbey a good base for the central Alberta lakes?
It is a practical one. Rimbey sits at the Highway 20 and 53 crossroads in the Blindman River valley, close to Gull Lake, Aspen Beach Provincial Park and the quieter waters and Crown land to the west. Because the town has full groceries, fuel, propane and a year-round RV park with a dump, we use it as the reload point before heading out to the lakes, where services drop off. Come back through to dump, refill fresh water and restock, then head out again. For a lake-country loop in central Alberta, Rimbey is a sensible hub.
What is the highest-rated dump station in Rimbey?
The highest-rated station is Aspen Campground - Town Park with a rating of 4.4/5 stars.
Are there free dump stations in Rimbey?
Yes — there are free RV waste disposal options available near Rimbey.
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