RV Dump Stations In Cannonville, Utah
37.5667° N, 112.0517° W
Quick Overview
Cannonville is a tiny high-desert town in Garfield County, sitting right on UT-12, Scenic Byway 12, as the quiet gateway to Kodachrome Basin State Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, and Bryce Canyon just up the road. For RVers it is a handy place to service your rig and camp cheaper than at the crowded Bryce park gates, and it has more dump and hookup options than a town this size has any right to. There are several dump stations in the Cannonville area to work with.
The reliable public dump is at Kodachrome Basin State Park, about nine miles south on the paved section of Cottonwood Canyon Road. The park has a dump station with two dump holes plus potable and flush water, so you dump and refill fresh in one stop, and the whole access road is paved so any rig can reach it. In town, Bryce Valley Ranch RV & Horse Park, the Cannonville / Bryce Valley KOA, and Bryce Canyon RV Resort all offer full hookups and dump for their registered guests along Highway 12.
Getting here is simple: UT-12 is a wide, paved, All-American Road with no low bridges or weight limits through town, and most RVers roll in from Bryce Canyon to the west or the Escalante stretch to the east. Cannonville itself is a small grid of quiet streets, so a big coach maneuvers easily. Just know your services: fuel and propane are thin in town, so top off in Tropic or Panguitch, and stock groceries before you settle in. Late spring and early fall are the best seasons here, with mild days, cool nights, and thinner crowds. Summer brings heat and monsoon storms that flash-flood the dirt roads, so time your tank service and your Kodachrome drive around the weather and you will have an easy, scenic stop.
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| Station Name | Distance | Rating | Category | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodachrome Basin State Park | 4.5 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Free |
| Bryce Canyon National Park - North Campground | 7.8 mi | 4.5 | Dump Station | Varies |
| American Car Care Center | 9.2 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Varies |
| Dixie National Forest - Red Canyon Campground | 18.7 mi | 4.6 | Dump Station | Free |
| Red Canyon RV Park | 21.1 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Free |
| Red Canyon Indian Store and Campground | 21.1 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Free |
| Riverside Resort & RV Park | 21.6 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Free |
| Dixie Forest RV Resort, LLC | 27.1 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Free |
| Escalante Petrified Forest State Park | 27.5 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Free |
| Dixie National Forest - White Bridge Campground | 31.8 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Free |
Kodachrome Basin State Park
4.5 miBryce Canyon National Park - North Campground
7.8 miAmerican Car Care Center
9.2 miDixie National Forest - Red Canyon Campground
18.7 miRed Canyon RV Park
21.1 miRed Canyon Indian Store and Campground
21.1 miRiverside Resort & RV Park
21.6 miDixie Forest RV Resort, LLC
27.1 miEscalante Petrified Forest State Park
27.5 miDixie National Forest - White Bridge Campground
31.8 miTraveling to Cannonville by RV
Cannonville sits on UT-12, Scenic Byway 12, an All-American Road that is paved and well maintained with no low clearances or weight limits near town. RVers arrive from Bryce Canyon and US-89 to the west or from Escalante and Boulder to the east; I-15 is roughly 90 to 100 miles west via UT-12 to US-89 near Panguitch. The town is a small, flat grid, so backing a big rig into a highway-side park is low stress compared with the busy Bryce corridor.
The one road to respect is Cottonwood Canyon Road heading south. Its first nine miles to Kodachrome Basin State Park are paved and fine for any RV, but beyond the park it turns to graded dirt that goes to mud when wet, so leave that stretch to high-clearance vehicles in dry weather. Fuel and propane are easiest in Tropic just up the highway or in Panguitch, so plan resupply before long side trips.
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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 Cannonville, Utah, 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 Cannonville
Cannonville is an affordable base for Bryce country. At Kodachrome Basin State Park, standard no-hookup sites run about $35 a night and the 13 full-hookup sites about $45, with a $10 day-use fee to enter and an extra charge for a second vehicle. That is a solid deal for a scenic state park with its own dump station and showers.
In town, the private parks along Highway 12 land roughly in the $40 to $68 range depending on hookups and site length, with Bryce Valley Ranch RV & Horse Park, the Cannonville / Bryce Valley KOA, and Bryce Canyon RV Resort all in that neighborhood. Staying in the Bryce Valley rather than right at the national park entrance usually saves money while keeping you 15 minutes from the hoodoos. Budget a little extra for fuel and propane runs to Tropic or Panguitch, since those are not sold in town.
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Best Time to Visit Cannonville by RV
Winter
Nov - Feb
20F - 43F
Crowds: Low
Cold and quiet at nearly 6,000 feet, with nights well below freezing and occasional snow. Most private parks close or run reduced service, so confirm before you arrive. Kodachrome Basin stays open but expect frozen hoses if you camp.
Spring
Mar - May
35F - 65F
Crowds: Medium
The classic window for this country. Mild days and chilly nights are ideal for hiking Kodachrome and Bryce before summer heat, though wind and a late snow are possible into April. Book full-hookup sites ahead as parks reopen.
Summer
Jun - Aug
58F - 92F
Crowds: High
Hot dry days and cool nights, plus July and August monsoon storms that can flash-flood dirt roads like Cottonwood Canyon. Busiest season with Bryce Canyon crowds nearby, so reserve early and never drive the dirt when wet.
Fall
Sep - Oct
38F - 70F
Crowds: Medium
Our favorite time here. September and October bring clear settled weather, thinning crowds, and comfortable hiking before parks close for the season. Nights turn cold fast, so pack for a wide daily temperature swing.
Explore the Cannonville Area
A few things we would tell a friend heading to Cannonville. First, treat this as a resupply-ahead town: fill fuel and propane in Tropic or Panguitch before you settle in, because Cannonville itself carries very little. Second, the paved run to Kodachrome Basin is easy for any rig, but do not push onto the dirt past the park unless it is dry and you have high clearance, since monsoon rain turns it to mud fast.
Third, use Cannonville as a base instead of the packed parks at the Bryce gates. The hoodoos are only about 15 miles up UT-12, so you can leave the rig hooked up and day-trip in the car. Fourth, if you want a full-hookup site at Kodachrome Basin, book early, because only 13 exist and they fill in spring and fall. Finally, pair your tank dump with the drive out to the sand pipes at Kodachrome so one trip does double duty.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dump Stations in Cannonville
Where is the nearest RV dump station to Cannonville, UT?
The most reliable public dump station near Cannonville is at Kodachrome Basin State Park, about nine miles south on the paved section of Cottonwood Canyon Road. The park has an RV dump station with two dump holes and both potable and flush water, so you can dump and refill fresh in one stop. There are also several dump options in the wider Cannonville area, and the private RV parks in town dump for their registered guests. If you are heading south toward Kodachrome anyway, timing your dump with that drive is the easy play.
Does Cannonville have RV parks with full hookups?
Yes, for such a small town Cannonville has several full-hookup RV parks strung along Highway 12. Bryce Valley Ranch RV & Horse Park at 940 N Highway 12 offers full hookups on 75-foot pull-through and 35-foot back-in sites with 30 and 50 amp service. The Cannonville / Bryce Valley KOA has 85 sites, including 49 full hookups, and Bryce Canyon RV Resort sits just off Highway 12 with full hookups and some brick-patio sites. Between the three you can almost always find a full-hookup site here, often for less than staying right at Bryce.
Can I dump my RV tanks at Kodachrome Basin State Park?
Yes. Kodachrome Basin State Park, nine miles south of Cannonville, has a dump station on the way out of the park with two dump holes plus potable and flush water. It is the go-to public dump for anyone camping in the Bryce Valley area, whether you stayed at the park or at one of the private parks in town. A day-use fee applies to enter the park, and dump access may carry a small fee for non-campers, so have a few dollars ready. Pairing your dump with a visit to the sand pipes makes the trip worthwhile.
What highway runs through Cannonville, and is it RV friendly?
Cannonville sits right on UT-12, Scenic Byway 12, which is designated an All-American Road and one of the prettiest drives in the country. Through town it is a paved, well-maintained two-lane highway with no low bridges or weight limits, so any size rig tows through comfortably. RVers reach Cannonville from Bryce Canyon to the west or from the Escalante and Boulder stretch to the east. The only caution is Cottonwood Canyon Road heading south: paved and easy for the first nine miles to Kodachrome, then graded dirt that most rigs should avoid, especially when wet.
How far is Cannonville from Bryce Canyon National Park?
Bryce Canyon National Park is only about 15 miles west of Cannonville, roughly a 20 to 25 minute drive up UT-12 and then UT-63 to the entrance. That short distance is exactly why RVers use Cannonville and the Bryce Valley as a base: you get quieter, often cheaper RV parks than the ones clustered at the park entrance, then make an easy day trip to see the hoodoos. You can leave the big rig hooked up at your site in Cannonville and take the tow vehicle or car up to Bryce, which beats maneuvering a coach through the busy park corridor.
When is the best time to bring an RV to the Cannonville area?
Late spring and early fall are the sweet spots. May, September, and October bring mild days, cool nights, and comfortable hiking weather at Kodachrome and Bryce before or after the summer heat and crowds. Summer is hot and dry with highs in the low 90s and afternoon monsoon storms in July and August that can flash-flood the dirt roads. Winter is cold at nearly 6,000 feet with nights well below freezing, and most private parks close or reduce service, though Kodachrome Basin stays open year-round for hardy cold-weather campers.
Are there services like fuel and propane in Cannonville?
Cannonville is tiny, so plan ahead on services. Fuel is easiest a few miles up UT-12 in Tropic or over in Panguitch, and propane refills are also best handled in Tropic or Panguitch rather than in Cannonville itself. There is a small store in town for basics, with fuller grocery options in Tropic and a proper shop in Panguitch. There is no RV-specific repair in Cannonville, so for anything mechanical you are looking toward Panguitch or Richfield. Top off fuel, propane, and groceries before you settle in or before any long dirt-road side trip.
Can I camp for free or boondock near Cannonville?
There is no formal free camping in Cannonville itself, and the town has no large retail lots for overnighting, so do not count on a parking-lot stay here. Dispersed camping is available on the surrounding Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Dixie National Forest lands along back roads south and east of town, which is genuine boondocking with no hookups or water. Conditions vary a lot and many access roads are dirt that turns to mud when wet, so check current BLM conditions first. For most RVers the local parks and Kodachrome Basin are the practical choice.
How much does it cost to camp near Cannonville?
Costs here are reasonable compared to the parks right at Bryce. At Kodachrome Basin State Park, standard no-hookup sites run about $35 a night and the 13 full-hookup sites about $45, with a $10 day-use fee and an extra-vehicle charge. Private parks in Cannonville like Bryce Valley Ranch RV & Horse Park run roughly $40 to $68 depending on site size and hookups, with the KOA and Bryce Canyon RV Resort in a similar range. Staying in the Bryce Valley rather than at the park gates typically saves money while keeping you close to the hoodoos.
Is Kodachrome Basin State Park worth visiting by RV?
Absolutely. Kodachrome Basin covers 2,240 acres of colorful sandstone and is famous for its 67 sand pipes, tall rock chimneys found nowhere else in the world. The road in is paved the whole nine miles from Cannonville, so any rig can reach the campground, which has full-hookup and standard sites, hot showers, and that handy dump station. Easy loop trails wind among the formations, and the park is far quieter than nearby Bryce. Even if you camp in town, the day-use drive out to walk the trails and see the sand pipes is well worth it.
Can big rigs and fifth wheels stay in Cannonville?
Yes, this is easy country for large rigs. UT-12 is a wide paved highway, and Cannonville is a small grid town with quiet streets and no tight turns to fight. Bryce Valley Ranch RV & Horse Park specifically offers 75-foot pull-through sites with 50 amp service, which handles almost any coach or fifth-wheel combo. The KOA has 20, 30, and 50 amp sites across its 85 spaces, and Kodachrome Basin can take RVs on its paved access road. Call ahead in peak spring and fall to confirm a pull-through, but length is rarely a problem here.
What is Cottonwood Canyon Road and can my RV drive it?
Cottonwood Canyon Road heads south out of Cannonville and is the route to Kodachrome Basin State Park and, further on, Grosvenor Arch. The first nine miles to Kodachrome are paved and fine for any RV, so reaching the state park is no problem. Beyond Kodachrome the road becomes graded dirt through the Grand Staircase-Escalante backcountry, and that section is best left to high-clearance vehicles in dry weather only. It turns slick and impassable when wet from monsoon storms. For most RVers, drive the paved stretch to Kodachrome and turn around rather than pushing onto the dirt.
What else is there to do around Cannonville besides Bryce?
Plenty. Beyond Bryce Canyon and Kodachrome Basin, Cannonville sits at the northern edge of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, a vast landscape of slickrock, slot canyons, and backcountry with a BLM visitor center in town. Grosvenor Arch, a rare double sandstone arch, lies about ten miles past Kodachrome on Cottonwood Canyon Road for those with the right vehicle and dry weather. The wider Highway 12 corridor toward Escalante adds petrified forest, more slot canyons, and some of the best scenic driving anywhere, so you can easily fill several days from a Cannonville base.
Where is the nearest RV dump station to Cannonville, UT?
The most reliable public dump station near Cannonville is at Kodachrome Basin State Park, about nine miles south on the paved section of Cottonwood Canyon Road. The park has an RV dump station with two dump holes and both potable and flush water, so you can dump and refill fresh in one stop. There are also {{stationCount}} dump options in the wider Cannonville area, and the private RV parks in town dump for their registered guests. If you are heading south toward Kodachrome anyway, timing your dump with that drive is the easy play.
Does Cannonville have RV parks with full hookups?
Yes, for such a small town Cannonville has several full-hookup RV parks strung along Highway 12. Bryce Valley Ranch RV & Horse Park at 940 N Highway 12 offers full hookups on 75-foot pull-through and 35-foot back-in sites with 30 and 50 amp service. The Cannonville / Bryce Valley KOA has 85 sites, including 49 full hookups, and Bryce Canyon RV Resort sits just off Highway 12 with full hookups and some brick-patio sites. Between the three you can almost always find a full-hookup site here, often for less than staying right at Bryce.
Can I dump my RV tanks at Kodachrome Basin State Park?
Yes. Kodachrome Basin State Park, nine miles south of Cannonville, has a dump station on the way out of the park with two dump holes plus potable and flush water. It is the go-to public dump for anyone camping in the Bryce Valley area, whether you stayed at the park or at one of the private parks in town. A day-use fee applies to enter the park, and dump access may carry a small fee for non-campers, so have a few dollars ready. Pairing your dump with a visit to the sand pipes makes the trip worthwhile.
What highway runs through Cannonville, and is it RV friendly?
Cannonville sits right on UT-12, Scenic Byway 12, which is designated an All-American Road and one of the prettiest drives in the country. Through town it is a paved, well-maintained two-lane highway with no low bridges or weight limits, so any size rig tows through comfortably. RVers reach Cannonville from Bryce Canyon to the west or from the Escalante and Boulder stretch to the east. The only caution is Cottonwood Canyon Road heading south: paved and easy for the first nine miles to Kodachrome, then graded dirt that most rigs should avoid, especially when wet.
How far is Cannonville from Bryce Canyon National Park?
Bryce Canyon National Park is only about 15 miles west of Cannonville, roughly a 20 to 25 minute drive up UT-12 and then UT-63 to the entrance. That short distance is exactly why RVers use Cannonville and the Bryce Valley as a base: you get quieter, often cheaper RV parks than the ones clustered at the park entrance, then make an easy day trip to see the hoodoos. You can leave the big rig hooked up at your site in Cannonville and take the tow vehicle or car up to Bryce, which beats maneuvering a coach through the busy park corridor.
When is the best time to bring an RV to the Cannonville area?
Late spring and early fall are the sweet spots. May, September, and October bring mild days, cool nights, and comfortable hiking weather at Kodachrome and Bryce before or after the summer heat and crowds. Summer is hot and dry with highs in the low 90s and afternoon monsoon storms in July and August that can flash-flood the dirt roads. Winter is cold at nearly 6,000 feet with nights well below freezing, and most private parks close or reduce service, though Kodachrome Basin stays open year-round for hardy cold-weather campers.
Are there services like fuel and propane in Cannonville?
Cannonville is tiny, so plan ahead on services. Fuel is easiest a few miles up UT-12 in Tropic or over in Panguitch, and propane refills are also best handled in Tropic or Panguitch rather than in Cannonville itself. There is a small store in town for basics, with fuller grocery options in Tropic and a proper shop in Panguitch. There is no RV-specific repair in Cannonville, so for anything mechanical you are looking toward Panguitch or Richfield. Top off fuel, propane, and groceries before you settle in or before any long dirt-road side trip.
Can I camp for free or boondock near Cannonville?
There is no formal free camping in Cannonville itself, and the town has no large retail lots for overnighting, so do not count on a parking-lot stay here. Dispersed camping is available on the surrounding Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Dixie National Forest lands along back roads south and east of town, which is genuine boondocking with no hookups or water. Conditions vary a lot and many access roads are dirt that turns to mud when wet, so check current BLM conditions first. For most RVers the local parks and Kodachrome Basin are the practical choice.
How much does it cost to camp near Cannonville?
Costs here are reasonable compared to the parks right at Bryce. At Kodachrome Basin State Park, standard no-hookup sites run about $35 a night and the 13 full-hookup sites about $45, with a $10 day-use fee and an extra-vehicle charge. Private parks in Cannonville like Bryce Valley Ranch RV & Horse Park run roughly $40 to $68 depending on site size and hookups, with the KOA and Bryce Canyon RV Resort in a similar range. Staying in the Bryce Valley rather than at the park gates typically saves money while keeping you close to the hoodoos.
Is Kodachrome Basin State Park worth visiting by RV?
Absolutely. Kodachrome Basin covers 2,240 acres of colorful sandstone and is famous for its 67 sand pipes, tall rock chimneys found nowhere else in the world. The road in is paved the whole nine miles from Cannonville, so any rig can reach the campground, which has full-hookup and standard sites, hot showers, and that handy dump station. Easy loop trails wind among the formations, and the park is far quieter than nearby Bryce. Even if you camp in town, the day-use drive out to walk the trails and see the sand pipes is well worth it.
Can big rigs and fifth wheels stay in Cannonville?
Yes, this is easy country for large rigs. UT-12 is a wide paved highway, and Cannonville is a small grid town with quiet streets and no tight turns to fight. Bryce Valley Ranch RV & Horse Park specifically offers 75-foot pull-through sites with 50 amp service, which handles almost any coach or fifth-wheel combo. The KOA has 20, 30, and 50 amp sites across its 85 spaces, and Kodachrome Basin can take RVs on its paved access road. Call ahead in peak spring and fall to confirm a pull-through, but length is rarely a problem here.
What is Cottonwood Canyon Road and can my RV drive it?
Cottonwood Canyon Road heads south out of Cannonville and is the route to Kodachrome Basin State Park and, further on, Grosvenor Arch. The first nine miles to Kodachrome are paved and fine for any RV, so reaching the state park is no problem. Beyond Kodachrome the road becomes graded dirt through the Grand Staircase-Escalante backcountry, and that section is best left to high-clearance vehicles in dry weather only. It turns slick and impassable when wet from monsoon storms. For most RVers, drive the paved stretch to Kodachrome and turn around rather than pushing onto the dirt.
What else is there to do around Cannonville besides Bryce?
Plenty. Beyond Bryce Canyon and Kodachrome Basin, Cannonville sits at the northern edge of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, a vast landscape of slickrock, slot canyons, and backcountry with a BLM visitor center in town. Grosvenor Arch, a rare double sandstone arch, lies about ten miles past Kodachrome on Cottonwood Canyon Road for those with the right vehicle and dry weather. The wider Highway 12 corridor toward Escalante adds petrified forest, more slot canyons, and some of the best scenic driving anywhere, so you can easily fill several days from a Cannonville base.
Are there free dump stations in Cannonville?
Yes — there are free RV waste disposal options available near Cannonville.
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