RV Dump Stations In Pinedale, Wyoming
42.8666° N, 109.8610° W
Quick Overview
Pinedale is the supply town before the Wind River Range, and the key thing to know about tank service here is that the private RV parks are your dependable option. The Bridger-Teton National Forest campgrounds up at Fremont and Half Moon lakes are primitive, with no dump stations and, at Fremont Lake, not even on-site potable water, so the public sites cannot service your rig. We track several station options in the area, essentially the in-town and nearby parks, which makes Pinedale a place to handle tanks deliberately rather than count on a convenient roadside dump.
Yellowstone Trail RV Park in town, Highline Trail RV Park near Boulder, and Wind River View Campground all include a dump station and potable water with a stay, and may allow non-guests to dump for a fee if you call ahead. Unlike nearby Lander, Pinedale does not have a well-known free municipal dump, so budget for a small fee or fold the dump into a campground night. Fill fresh water at a marked potable spigot at one of these parks, and keep your sewer and fresh-water hoses separate as always.
Two realities shape your plan. First, the season is brutally short: Pinedale is one of the coldest towns in the Lower 48, with winter lows near zero, so the RV parks and their dump stations close from roughly October into spring, and there is no reliable winter dump in the immediate area. Second, facilities vanish in the mountains. The forest lakes and Wind River trailheads offer no dump and little water, so the routine that works is to dump and fill in Pinedale before you head up, then service again on your way back through. Below we cover the stations, propane, water, and seasonal hours in detail.
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All Dump Stations Near Pinedale
| Station Name | Distance | Rating | Category | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Mountain Wash | 0.7 mi | 3.8 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Wind River View Campground | 9.9 mi | 4.1 | Dump Station | Free |
| Highline Trail RV Park | 11.6 mi | 4.7 | Dump Station | Free |
| Warren Bridge Fishing Access | 16.7 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Varies |
| Fontenelle Creek Campground | 45.2 mi | 4.0 | Dump Station | Free |
| Longhorn RV and Motel | 46.8 mi | N/A | Dump Station | Free |
| KOA - Dubois / Wind River KOA Campground | 47.4 mi | 4.6 | Dump Station | Free |
| The Virginian RV Resort | 62.4 mi | 3.6 | Dump Station | Free |
Rocky Mountain Wash
0.7 miWind River View Campground
9.9 miHighline Trail RV Park
11.6 miWarren Bridge Fishing Access
16.7 miFontenelle Creek Campground
45.2 miLonghorn RV and Motel
46.8 miKOA - Dubois / Wind River KOA Campground
47.4 miThe Virginian RV Resort
62.4 miTraveling to Pinedale by RV
Pinedale is easy to reach on US-191, the main highway between Jackson about 75 miles north and Rock Springs with Interstate 80 about 100 miles south, with full fuel, diesel, and propane in town. US-189 joins from the southwest. These are RV-friendly highways without low-clearance issues, so getting a big rig into town is straightforward in the warm months. Because the fuel, propane, and RV-park dump options all sit in and near town along US-191, you can service tanks, refuel, and restock in one stop.
The harder driving is up to the lakes and trailheads, where the roads turn narrow and steep and the dispersed forest roads are not for big rigs. Since those areas also have no dump or hookups, plan to handle all tank service down in Pinedale and explore the high country in a tow vehicle. Mind the elevation too: at over 7,000 feet, nights are cold all summer and snow can fall at the trailheads any month, so winterize-minded preparation pays off even in July. Dump, fill fresh water, refill propane, and fuel the diesel in town before you head into the forest, where there are no services at all.
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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 Pinedale, Wyoming, 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 Pinedale
Dumping around Pinedale generally means a small fee at a private RV park rather than a free public stop, since the town lacks a well-known municipal dump like nearby Lander. Parks that allow non-guest dumping typically charge in the ten to twenty dollar range, while dumping is included if you are a paying camper. The forest campgrounds offer no dump at all, so they do not factor into your tank budget, only your camping budget.
The bigger budget consideration here is seasonal. Because Pinedale is so cold, the RV parks and their dump stations close for the long winter, so off-season travelers may have to drive toward Jackson or Rock Springs for a year-round option, adding fuel cost and time. During the short summer season, the most economical approach is to fold your dump into a paid campground night, getting the service included, rather than paying a separate non-guest fee each time. If you are dry camping in the forest to save money, simply plan a single dump-and-fill stop in town at the start and end of your trip. Confirm current fees and hours by phone before relying on any station.
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Best Time to Visit Pinedale by RV
Winter
Nov - Feb
2F - 26F
Crowds: Low
Bitter cold with lows near zero shuts down the RV parks and any seasonal stations; exposed valves freeze solid. Winter travelers need a heated, year-round full-service stop, likely toward Jackson or Rock Springs, and a rig fully treated for deep cold.
Spring
Mar - May
28F - 52F
Crowds: Low
RV parks reopen as nights warm through spring, though hard frosts linger at this elevation. Carry a backup early in the season since the parks and any seasonal facilities may still be closed in May.
Summer
Jun - Aug
38F - 78F
Crowds: High
The private parks are open and busy with the short-season backpacking crowd. Dump and fill at your RV park, and expect some demand on peak July weekends; service early or late to avoid waits.
Fall
Sep - Oct
28F - 56F
Crowds: Low
A brief, quiet window before the cold returns. Confirm RV-park closing dates before relying on a dump late in the season, since most shut down by October as freezes set in.
Explore the Pinedale Area
Practical pointers for dumping around Pinedale. Plan to use the private RV parks: Yellowstone Trail, Highline Trail, and Wind River View all include a dump with a stay and may take non-guests for a fee, so call ahead. Do not expect the forest lake campgrounds to help, since Fremont and Half Moon have no dump and Fremont Lake has no on-site water. Fill fresh drinking water at a marked potable spigot at one of the parks, not at any utility tap.
Build your tank routine around the mountains: empty waste tanks and fill fresh water in Pinedale before heading up to the lakes and trailheads, since there are no facilities up there, then dump again on your way back through town. Top off propane and fuel the diesel here as well, and remember you will likely run propane heat at night even in summer at this elevation, so do not leave town low. In the shoulder season, call ahead to confirm the parks are open, because Pinedale's deep cold closes them early. And if you are traveling in winter, plan to service tanks toward Jackson or Rock Springs, since the immediate area shuts down.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dump Stations in Pinedale
Where can I dump my RV tanks in Pinedale, Wyoming?
In Pinedale, the private RV parks are your main and most reliable dump option. Yellowstone Trail RV Park in town, Highline Trail RV Park near Boulder, and Wind River View Campground all include a dump station with a stay and may let non-guests dump for a fee if you call ahead. The Bridger-Teton National Forest lake campgrounds at Fremont and Half Moon do not have dump stations, so do not count on the public sites. With several stations tracked in the area, plan to service tanks at one of the RV parks in or near town before you head up to the lakes and trailheads, where there are no facilities.
Is there a free dump station in Pinedale?
Free standalone dump stations are scarce here, and the dependable options are tied to the private RV parks, which charge a fee for non-guests or include dumping with a stay. Unlike nearby Lander, Pinedale does not have a well-known free municipal RV dump, so budget for a small fee or fold the dump into a paid campground night. If you are dry camping in the national forest, plan to dump on your way through town at one of the RV parks rather than expecting a free roadside station. Always call ahead to confirm a park allows non-guest dumping and what it charges, since policies and seasonal hours change year to year.
Do the forest campgrounds near Pinedale have dump stations?
No. The Bridger-Teton National Forest campgrounds at Fremont Lake and Half Moon Lake are primitive, with vault toilets and, in the case of Fremont Lake, not even on-site potable water, and neither has an RV dump station. The same goes for the dispersed forest sites and the trailhead areas up toward Elkhart Park. So if you are camping at the high lakes or backpacking from the trailheads, you must arrive self-contained with empty waste tanks and full fresh water, and plan to dump back in Pinedale at one of the private RV parks. Treat the forest as a dry-camping zone and handle all tank service in or near town before and after.
Where can I refill propane near Pinedale?
Propane is available in Pinedale, with AmeriGas serving the broader region, and the local RV parks can usually point you to the nearest fill. Because Pinedale is the supply town before the Wind River high country, top off propane here rather than expecting options up at the lakes or trailheads, where there is no service. Propane matters more than usual here: at 7,175 feet, summer nights drop near freezing, so you will likely run your furnace even in July, and dry camping at the forest lakes means propane powers your fridge and heat. Carry a spare tank, and in the shoulder season call ahead since smaller refill points keep shorter hours.
Can I get potable water when I dump near Pinedale?
Yes, at the private RV parks. Yellowstone Trail RV Park, Highline Trail RV Park, and Wind River View Campground pair their dump stations with potable water for filling your fresh tank. Use the clearly marked potable spigot and keep your sewer hose separate from your fresh-water hose. This matters here because the forest campgrounds are short on water, and Fremont Lake Campground has no on-site potable water at all, so fill up in town before heading to the lakes. Pinedale is the place to top off fresh water along with propane and groceries before you go dry camping or backpacking in the range, where reliable potable water is not available at the trailheads.
What highways lead into Pinedale for RVers?
Pinedale sits on US-191, the main highway connecting Jackson about 75 miles north to Rock Springs and Interstate 80 about 100 miles south, with full fuel and diesel in town. US-189 joins from the southwest. These are well-maintained, RV-friendly highways without low-clearance concerns, making Pinedale easy to reach with a big rig from any direction in the warm months. The harder driving is on the roads up to Fremont Lake and the Elkhart Park trailhead, which are mostly paved but narrow and steep in spots, and the dispersed forest roads, which are not for big rigs. Get into town on the highways, then explore the high country in a tow vehicle.
Is there overnight RV parking in Pinedale?
Pinedale does not offer sanctioned overnight RV camping on city streets, so plan on a campground. The town and nearby Boulder have private full-hookup RV parks, including Yellowstone Trail and Highline Trail, for proper overnight stays, and the Bridger-Teton National Forest offers both developed lake campgrounds and widespread dispersed camping for self-contained rigs. So while you cannot just park on a street downtown, you have good options nearby. In the short summer season, book a private park ahead for peak weekends, since the backpacking crowd fills town. For dispersed forest camping, follow Leave No Trace and stay only where allowed, and come fully self-contained since there are no services.
Can I find diesel and RV services in Pinedale?
Yes for fuel, more limited for repairs. Pinedale has full fuel and diesel along US-191, plus propane and groceries, making it the natural place to fill up and restock before heading into the Wind River Range. RV repair options in town are limited, though, so for anything significant you may need Jackson to the north or Rock Springs to the south. The practical approach is to handle fuel, propane, dumping, water, and groceries in Pinedale, and plan ahead for any mechanical needs rather than assuming a shop is available locally. Build in a buffer if you need service during the busy short summer season, when the few local providers can be stretched.
How many dump stations are near Pinedale?
We track several dump station options in and around the Pinedale area, essentially the private RV parks in town and near Boulder, since the Bridger-Teton National Forest campgrounds at Fremont and Half Moon lakes have no dump stations. Because these private parks are seasonal, the number actually open varies through the year and drops to nearly nothing in the bitterly cold winter, when the parks close. The dependable choice in season is one of the RV parks, with dumping included for guests and sometimes available to non-guests for a fee. Always confirm a specific park is open and allows non-guest dumping before making a special trip, especially outside the short summer season.
Should I dump before or after visiting the Wind River Range?
Dump and fill in Pinedale before you head up, and service again on your way back through town. Because the forest lake campgrounds and trailheads have no dump stations and limited or no water, the routine that works is to empty your waste tanks and fill fresh water at one of the Pinedale-area RV parks, then go up ready to dry camp or backpack. When you return, dump again at the same park before moving on. This keeps you from hunting for facilities in the high country, where there are none. Given the cold nights and short season, having full fresh water and empty tanks also lets you settle in at the lakes without an early trip back to town.
When do dump stations close for winter near Pinedale?
Early and hard, because Pinedale is one of the coldest towns in the Lower 48. The private RV parks that provide the area's dump options are seasonal, generally open from spring through about October and closed through the long, frigid winter when lows drop near zero and any exposed plumbing freezes solid. There is no reliable winter RV dump in the immediate Pinedale area, so cold-season travelers should plan to service tanks toward Jackson or Rock Springs and keep their rigs fully winterized or heated. If you are visiting in the shoulder season, call ahead to confirm the parks are still open, since closing dates depend on the first hard freezes, which come early at this elevation.
Can I boondock or disperse camp near Pinedale?
Yes, and it is one of the area's strengths. The Bridger-Teton National Forest surrounding Pinedale allows dispersed camping in many areas for self-contained rigs, giving you free, scenic sites near the lakes and along the forest roads toward the Wind River trailheads. The catch for tank management is that these sites have no services at all, no dump, no water, and no hookups, so you must arrive fully self-contained and plan to dump and refill back in town at a private RV park. Follow Leave No Trace, camp only on durable surfaces where dispersed camping is permitted, pack out everything, and respect stay limits. Smaller, capable rigs handle the forest roads best; big rigs should stick to the developed sites.
Where can I dump my RV tanks in Pinedale, Wyoming?
In Pinedale, the private RV parks are your main and most reliable dump option. Yellowstone Trail RV Park in town, Highline Trail RV Park near Boulder, and Wind River View Campground all include a dump station with a stay and may let non-guests dump for a fee if you call ahead. The Bridger-Teton National Forest lake campgrounds at Fremont and Half Moon do not have dump stations, so do not count on the public sites. With {{stationCount}} stations tracked in the area, plan to service tanks at one of the RV parks in or near town before you head up to the lakes and trailheads, where there are no facilities.
Is there a free dump station in Pinedale?
Free standalone dump stations are scarce here, and the dependable options are tied to the private RV parks, which charge a fee for non-guests or include dumping with a stay. Unlike nearby Lander, Pinedale does not have a well-known free municipal RV dump, so budget for a small fee or fold the dump into a paid campground night. If you are dry camping in the national forest, plan to dump on your way through town at one of the RV parks rather than expecting a free roadside station. Always call ahead to confirm a park allows non-guest dumping and what it charges, since policies and seasonal hours change year to year.
Do the forest campgrounds near Pinedale have dump stations?
No. The Bridger-Teton National Forest campgrounds at Fremont Lake and Half Moon Lake are primitive, with vault toilets and, in the case of Fremont Lake, not even on-site potable water, and neither has an RV dump station. The same goes for the dispersed forest sites and the trailhead areas up toward Elkhart Park. So if you are camping at the high lakes or backpacking from the trailheads, you must arrive self-contained with empty waste tanks and full fresh water, and plan to dump back in Pinedale at one of the private RV parks. Treat the forest as a dry-camping zone and handle all tank service in or near town before and after.
Where can I refill propane near Pinedale?
Propane is available in Pinedale, with AmeriGas serving the broader region, and the local RV parks can usually point you to the nearest fill. Because Pinedale is the supply town before the Wind River high country, top off propane here rather than expecting options up at the lakes or trailheads, where there is no service. Propane matters more than usual here: at 7,175 feet, summer nights drop near freezing, so you will likely run your furnace even in July, and dry camping at the forest lakes means propane powers your fridge and heat. Carry a spare tank, and in the shoulder season call ahead since smaller refill points keep shorter hours.
Can I get potable water when I dump near Pinedale?
Yes, at the private RV parks. Yellowstone Trail RV Park, Highline Trail RV Park, and Wind River View Campground pair their dump stations with potable water for filling your fresh tank. Use the clearly marked potable spigot and keep your sewer hose separate from your fresh-water hose. This matters here because the forest campgrounds are short on water, and Fremont Lake Campground has no on-site potable water at all, so fill up in town before heading to the lakes. Pinedale is the place to top off fresh water along with propane and groceries before you go dry camping or backpacking in the range, where reliable potable water is not available at the trailheads.
What highways lead into Pinedale for RVers?
Pinedale sits on US-191, the main highway connecting Jackson about 75 miles north to Rock Springs and Interstate 80 about 100 miles south, with full fuel and diesel in town. US-189 joins from the southwest. These are well-maintained, RV-friendly highways without low-clearance concerns, making Pinedale easy to reach with a big rig from any direction in the warm months. The harder driving is on the roads up to Fremont Lake and the Elkhart Park trailhead, which are mostly paved but narrow and steep in spots, and the dispersed forest roads, which are not for big rigs. Get into town on the highways, then explore the high country in a tow vehicle.
Is there overnight RV parking in Pinedale?
Pinedale does not offer sanctioned overnight RV camping on city streets, so plan on a campground. The town and nearby Boulder have private full-hookup RV parks, including Yellowstone Trail and Highline Trail, for proper overnight stays, and the Bridger-Teton National Forest offers both developed lake campgrounds and widespread dispersed camping for self-contained rigs. So while you cannot just park on a street downtown, you have good options nearby. In the short summer season, book a private park ahead for peak weekends, since the backpacking crowd fills town. For dispersed forest camping, follow Leave No Trace and stay only where allowed, and come fully self-contained since there are no services.
Can I find diesel and RV services in Pinedale?
Yes for fuel, more limited for repairs. Pinedale has full fuel and diesel along US-191, plus propane and groceries, making it the natural place to fill up and restock before heading into the Wind River Range. RV repair options in town are limited, though, so for anything significant you may need Jackson to the north or Rock Springs to the south. The practical approach is to handle fuel, propane, dumping, water, and groceries in Pinedale, and plan ahead for any mechanical needs rather than assuming a shop is available locally. Build in a buffer if you need service during the busy short summer season, when the few local providers can be stretched.
How many dump stations are near Pinedale?
We track {{stationCount}} dump station options in and around the Pinedale area, essentially the private RV parks in town and near Boulder, since the Bridger-Teton National Forest campgrounds at Fremont and Half Moon lakes have no dump stations. Because these private parks are seasonal, the number actually open varies through the year and drops to nearly nothing in the bitterly cold winter, when the parks close. The dependable choice in season is one of the RV parks, with dumping included for guests and sometimes available to non-guests for a fee. Always confirm a specific park is open and allows non-guest dumping before making a special trip, especially outside the short summer season.
Should I dump before or after visiting the Wind River Range?
Dump and fill in Pinedale before you head up, and service again on your way back through town. Because the forest lake campgrounds and trailheads have no dump stations and limited or no water, the routine that works is to empty your waste tanks and fill fresh water at one of the Pinedale-area RV parks, then go up ready to dry camp or backpack. When you return, dump again at the same park before moving on. This keeps you from hunting for facilities in the high country, where there are none. Given the cold nights and short season, having full fresh water and empty tanks also lets you settle in at the lakes without an early trip back to town.
When do dump stations close for winter near Pinedale?
Early and hard, because Pinedale is one of the coldest towns in the Lower 48. The private RV parks that provide the area's dump options are seasonal, generally open from spring through about October and closed through the long, frigid winter when lows drop near zero and any exposed plumbing freezes solid. There is no reliable winter RV dump in the immediate Pinedale area, so cold-season travelers should plan to service tanks toward Jackson or Rock Springs and keep their rigs fully winterized or heated. If you are visiting in the shoulder season, call ahead to confirm the parks are still open, since closing dates depend on the first hard freezes, which come early at this elevation.
Can I boondock or disperse camp near Pinedale?
Yes, and it is one of the area's strengths. The Bridger-Teton National Forest surrounding Pinedale allows dispersed camping in many areas for self-contained rigs, giving you free, scenic sites near the lakes and along the forest roads toward the Wind River trailheads. The catch for tank management is that these sites have no services at all, no dump, no water, and no hookups, so you must arrive fully self-contained and plan to dump and refill back in town at a private RV park. Follow Leave No Trace, camp only on durable surfaces where dispersed camping is permitted, pack out everything, and respect stay limits. Smaller, capable rigs handle the forest roads best; big rigs should stick to the developed sites.
Are there free dump stations in Pinedale?
Yes — there are free RV waste disposal options available near Pinedale.
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