RV Dump Stations In New York

Don’t be caught unaware; when you’re RVing, it’s vitally important to know where all the RV dump stations are near you! Although it’s not the most glamorous aspect of RVing, knowing how to properly use dump stations and keep your black and grey water tanks clean is paramount to having a pain-free (and mess-free) RV experience. 

If you’re planning on a road trip through New York, there’s no need to worry about finding places to stop. Thankfully, there are plenty of RV dump stations in New York.

In our article today, we’ll be going over the ins and outs of everything dump station related— no pun intended. Plus, where to find RV dump stations in New York no matter where you are in the state.

Grab your sanitary gloves and sewer hose, and let’s get to it!

But First: How Do RV Dump Stations Work?

Before we get into the semantics of how to use a dump station properly, we have to get the golden rule out of the way first. Always remember to empty the black tank first. By emptying the grey water tank after the black tank, you’ll ensure that any residue leftover in the sewer hose is cleared out. 

To empty your black and grey water tanks, you’ll first need to line up your RV with the dump station. With gloves on, attach the sewer hose to your RV using the transparent elbow; make sure that it’s firmly attached within the sewer dump inlet. Then, firmly attach the sewer end of the hose to the dump station’s drain. Open the black tank valve by pulling on the handle.

After this is done, close the black tank valve and open the grey water valve. When it’s done draining, you’ll be able to open the black tank valve again after the grey tank has been closed. Using the RV’s flush-out hose and the station’s water tap, you can now fully rinse out the black water tank and the sewer hose.

And that’s it!

Does My RV Come With A Sewer Hose?

If you’re buying an RV, it will not come with a sewer hose and you’ll have to purchase one. RV rentals should come with a sewer hose, but be sure to check with your RV’s host ahead of time just in case. 

How Long Does It Take To Empty Black And Grey Water Tanks?

You should factor in at least a half hour to fully clean out and empty the tanks. For this reason, and also due to the fact that you can’t always count on an RV campground to have a dump station, we strongly recommend scheduling your dump station stops beforehand.  

You don’t want to have a literal mess on your hands.

Where Can I Find RV Dump Stations?

The main sources for RV dump stations are in RV campgrounds/parks and in wastewater treatment facilities or transfer stations. 

Although many RV campgrounds have dump stations on site, you shouldn’t assume that all will. Many campgrounds in state parks that have minimal to no hookups often don’t have dump stations, for instance. And while RV campgrounds typically allow guests free use of their stations if they do have them, people looking to use the dump station that aren’t staying at the park will be charged a fee. 

Because wastewater treatment facilities and transfer stations can be found in the majority of cities, you don’t necessarily have to rely on RV campgrounds to provide a dump station for you. However, they are incredibly convenient if you’re staying overnight in them!

Where To Find RV Dump Stations In New York

RV Dumps Stations In Central New York

Brookside Campground

From Route 32 off of Exit 20, Brookside Campground provides dump stations for free to guests and for $20 to all others. The campground is located at 4952 Route 32, in Catskill New York.

Thompson’s Lake State Park

From May to early October, Thompson’s Lake State Park allows anyone to use their dump station for $8. The state park is located at a 20 minute’s drive from Albany on 68 Thompsons Lake Road, East Berne. 

Arrowhead Marina & RV Park

Arrowhead Marina & RV Park operates from May to October and provides a dump station for guests to use for free. Use of the dump station for visitors stopping in is $8. Arrowhead Marina is located at 2 Van Buren Lane in Schenectady.

RV Dumps Stations In Northern New York

Whispering Pines Campground

Located just 8 miles from historic Saratoga Springs, Whispering Pines Campground provides free dump station use to guests. Otherwise, the dump station costs $35 for non-campers. Whispering Pines can be found at 550 Sand Hill Road in Greenfield Center.

Cedar Creek Campground

Cedar Creek Campground is open year round for camping and dump station use to travellers. The dump station is free for registered guests to use and otherwise costs a fee for use. Inquire as to the cost of the fee using the information listed on Cedar Creek’s website. The campgrounds are located in Schroon Lake at 1052 U.S 9.

Thornbush Acres RV Park

Situated at 211 Big Brook Road in Indian Lake, Thornbush Acres RV Park offers dump station use for $10 to non-residents. The park is open year round.

RV Dumps Stations In Western New York

Ithaca Waste Water Treatment

For $10 or less, Ithaca Waste Water Treatment’s facility provides dump station use. The facility is open year round and located at 525 3rd Street in Ithaca. 

Allegheny State Park

Allegheny State Park is another public park that provides dump station use to its overnight guests. Entrance to the park in Salamanca costs $8, which covers the fee for dump station use. You do not have to stay overnight to use the station.

Niagara Falls Campground

Seven miles from Niagara Falls, the Niagara Falls Campground offers free dump station use for guests. A nominal fee is charged to the public for use by inquiring through their phone number. The campground can be found at 2405 Niagara Falls Boulevard off of Highway 62. 

RV Dumps Stations In Southern New York

Battle Row Campground

In Old Bethpage, Battle Row Campground provides dump station use for $6 to guests and visitors. Battle Row Campground is located on 1 Claremont Road by Highway 135.

Black Bear Campground

Registered guests can use the dump station at Black Bear Campground for free. Otherwise, the campground charges $55 for public use or non-registered guests. Black Bear can be found at 197 Wheeler Road in Florida, New York.

Interlake RV Park

Open from mid-April to mid-October, Interlake RV Park charges a fee for usage of their dump station and asks prospective users to call for inquiry. The park is located at 428 Lake Drive in Rhinebeck.

There are plenty of RV dump stations in New York due to the high popularity of RV camping in the state! So no matter where you are on your trip, you’ll be all set as long as you plan accordingly.