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RV Dump Stations Illinois

The state of Illinois has a lot to see and do. As you are traveling, you are probably going to need to drain your holding tanks during your travels. Below is a list of Illinois dump sites throughout the state. Many offer additional features like propane refill, water and other basic services. Travel centers are going to offer additional features like food, boondocking, laundry facilities and fuel to RVers as well. Many of these dump stations do have a service fee, but there are free RV dump stations in Illinois that are available to use. 

Top Illinois RV Dump Stations

1. Pilot Flying J Travel Plazas #645

Location
  • 1310 East Chain of Rocks Road
  • Granite City, IL 62040
Additional Info
Pricing: $10.00 or $5.00 with Flying J Card or Pilot Flying J RV Plus Card

2. Rustic Acres Campground

Location
  • 12246 Binney Road
  • New Douglas, IL 62074
Hours
  • Open April through October
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for Registered Guests or fee for dump station use only

3. Love’s Travel Stop

Location
Hours
  • 24/7 
Features
You can find propane refill, food, tire care and other amenities at this location.
Additional Info
Pricing: $10 
Website

4. TA-Petro Rochelle Stopping Center 

Location
Hours
  • 24/7 
Features
This location offers a pet area, a laundry facility, food, walking trails and other amenities. 
Additional Info
Pricing: $10 or free when other services are purchased that are more than $10. 
Website

5. Carl Spindler Marina and Campground 

Location
Hours
  • Open March 1- December 1 
Features
This campground is a part of the Fon du Lac Park District. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for guests or $5 for the public 
Website

6. LanKel's Lazy Days Campground & Resort Homes

Location
  • 22756 Whitepark Lane
  • Litchfield, IL 62056
Hours
  • Open April through October
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for Registered Guests or fee for dump station use only

7. Pilot Flying J 

Location
Hours
  • 24/7 
Features
Located off of I-80, exit 77, this location has four RV fuel lanes, RV parking, food and other features.
Additional Info
Pricing: $10 
Website

8. Martin Campground

Location
Hours
  • Monday- Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Features
This is the closest campground to Chicago, and it also has propane refill. Water is shut off from November through mid-March due to cold weather. It is located off of I-80, exit 134.
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for registered guests, $20 for the public 
Website

9. Burnidge & Paul Wolff Forest Preserve

Location
Hours
  • Open seasonally from May 1 to October 31. Call for office hours. 
Features
This location is a part of the Illinois state park system. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for registered guests, $15 for the public 
Website

10. Auburn Travel Center 

Location
Hours
  • 24/7 
Features
This location has a convenience store, a truck/RV wash and other amenities. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Free service 
Website

11. Pilot Flying J Travel Plazas #642

Location
  • 140 Racehorse Drive
  • East Saint Louis, IL 62205
Additional Info
Pricing: $10.00 or $5.00 with Flying J Card or Pilot Flying J RV Plus Card

12. Shell Gas Station in Wenona

Location
  • 1 Carrier Lane
  • Wenona, IL 61377
  • NA 
Hours
  • 24/7 
Features
Non-potable rinse water is available. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Free service 

13. Kamp Komfort RV Park 

Location
Hours
  • Open April through October 
Features
It is located off of Interstate 74, exit 120. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for registered guests or a nominal fee for the public 
Website

14. Archway RV Park 

Location
Hours
  • Open all year. Monday- Saturday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Sunday 12 p.m.- 7 p.m. 
Features
Propane refill station hours are 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for registered guests, $10 for the public 
Website

15. Crazy Horse Campground 

Location
Hours
  • Open seasonally April through October 
Features
Water is available.
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for registered guests, $5 for the public 
Website

16. Casino Queen RV Park

Location
  • 200 South Front Street
  • East Saint Louis, IL 62201
Hours
  • Open year round
Additional Info
Pricing: $5.00

17. Love's - Travel Stops & Country Stores

Location
  • 9191 State Route 140
  • Hamel, IL 62046
Additional Info
Pricing: $10.00

18. Fort Kaskaskia State Park 

Location
Hours
  • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • seven days a week 
Features
This location is a part of the Illinois historic preservation division of the department of natural resources. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Donations requested 
Website

19. Cahokia RV Parque

Location
  • 4060 Mississippi Avenue
  • Cahokia, IL 62206
Hours
  • Open year round
Additional Info
Pricing: $10.00

20. Horseshoe Lake State Park

Location
  • Granite City, IL
Hours
  • Open May through October
Additional Info
Pricing: $5.00 or nightly campground fee ($8.00 for 2 people) and dump is Free

21. Jubilee College State Park 

Location
Hours
  • Open mid-April through October 
Features
This is an Illinois state park. It is open all year but does not have water during the offseason.
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for registered guests, $5 for the public 
Website

22. Robin Hood Woods Campground & Cottage Resort

Location
Hours
  • Open seasonally April through October 
Features
The campground has propane refill, and there is an RV repair shop in town. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for registered guests, nominal fee for the public 
Website

23. Love’s Travel Stop 

Location
Hours
  • 24/7 
Features
This location offers overnight parking, food, laundry facilities, tire refill and other amenities. 
Additional Info
Pricing: $10 
Website

24. TA-Petro Stopping Center of Troy

Location
Hours
  • 24/7 
Features
This location offers a pet area, laundry facilities, food and other features. 
Additional Info
Pricing: $10 or free if something else is purchased of equal or greater value 
Website

25. Beaver Dam State Park 

Location
Hours
  • Open all year. Call for office hours. 
Features
This location is a part of the Illinois state park system. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for registered guests, $5 for the public 
Website

26. Military Park - Scott AFB FamCamp

Location
  • Belleville, IL
Hours
  • Open year round
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for Military Use Only with Military ID Card

27. TA-Petro Stopping Center of Mt

Location
Hours
  • 24/7 
Features
It's located at I-64, exit 95. 
Additional Info
Pricing: $10 or free when something is purchased of equal or greater value 
Website

28. Eddies Travel Center / Roady's

Location
  • 9810 Perrin Road
  • Mascoutah, IL 62258
Hours
  • Open year round
Additional Info
Pricing: Free

29. Loves Travel Stop

Location
Hours
  • 24/7 
Features
This travel stop center offers food, a dog park, propane refill and other features. 
Additional Info
Pricing: $10 
Website

30. Lake Louise Campground 

Location
Hours
  • Open April 12 through October 20. Sunday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Features
It is located off of Highway 2, south of Rockford. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for registered guests, nominal fee for the public
Website

31. Tomahawk Campground

Location
  • 119 Tomahawk Drive
  • Pocahontas, IL 62275
Hours
  • Open year round
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for Registered Guests or fee for dump station use only

32. Vacationland 

Location
Hours
  • Open all year 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
Features
It offers repair service, parts, storage and other services. 
Additional Info
Pricing: $10
Website

33. MGM Lakeside Campground

Location
  • 3133 West Chain of Rocks Road
  • Granite City, IL 62040
Hours
  • Open year round
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for Registered Guests or fee for dump station use only

34. Rock Cut State Park 

Location
Hours
  • Open May through October 
Features
The dump station is located at the registration office. It is open during the offseason but does not have rinse water available. 
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for registered guests, $5 for the public
Website

35. Novak’s 83RV Inc

Location
  • 25514 Illinois 83
  • Mundelein, IL 60060
Features
It's located at the intersection of Highways 60 and 83. The facility also offer repairs, parts and other services. 
Additional Info
Pricing: $29.95
Website

36. Beaver Dam State Park

Location
  • 14548 Beaver Dam Lane
  • Plainview, IL 62626
Hours
  • Open year round
Additional Info
Pricing: Free for Registered Guests or $5.00 for dump station use only

37. Camping World of Rockford 

Location
Hours
  • Monday- Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Closed Sunday 
Features
This location has repair, parts and other services available.
Additional Info
Pricing: Contact the service department for details 
Website
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Explore Dump Stations by City

Springfield

Springfield is the city that President Lincoln once called his home. Here, you can see where he lived, view his tomb and visit the museum dedicated to his life. Springfield is also a stop on the historic "mother road" Route 66. Did you know that the road that President Lincoln used to deliver his stump speeches through Illinois would later become a part of Route 66? There are plenty of Illinois RV dump stations in Springfield you can find while you are traveling in the area.

Springfield map

Rockford

Home to the legendary band Cheap Trick, Rockford has plenty of outdoor and indoor attractions. Whether it’s natural history, Japanese gardens or outdoor activities, there is plenty to do in this northern Illinois city. The forest preserves in Winnebago County have over 10,000 acres of natural land that many travelers enjoy. Hikers, kayakers and wildlife enthusiasts can enjoy the area and try to see it all. Because Rockford is a border town, you will find many waste dump stations in the area.

Rockford map

Peoria

Peoria is a town that was once on the edge of the western frontier. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the parks with trails and wildlife that are worth seeing. Wildlife such as bison, cougar and bears are native to this area, so have your cameras ready. Peoria also has great museums for art and sculpture that many will enjoy. RV dump stations in Illinois’ Peoria region are easy to find and convenient.

Peoria map

Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon is located in the southern region of Illinois. It is known for its history, culture and gateway to the South. One of its big attractions is its aquatic theme park. You can also visit the Colonel R.D. White Veteran’s Museum that houses war memorabilia from the American Civil War to the present. There are many dump stations in Illinois’ Mt. Vernon region.

Mount Vernon map

Chicago

Chicago is filled with iconic landmarks, food, nightlife and many other attractions that can keep anyone busy for weeks. This city has some amazing parks and architecture to fascinate the eye. You can also take various tours or dinner cruises to explore the city in unique ways. When you need a break in your travels, RV dump stations in Illinois’ Chicago metro region are found throughout the suburban areas.

Chicago map

In Summary

Most motorhome dump stations in Illinois are going to be in campgrounds. You will find higher prices for dump services around Chicago. If you are traveling in the offseason, it’s recommended that you use the various travel centers since the majority of the campgrounds will be closed for the winter. Another great option is finding RV repair centers. Many do offer dump stations through their service department. Make sure to call ahead first for their hours of operation and see if they offer dump station services. If you do find a free dump site that has a store, remember to be courteous and try to buy something from the shop.

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Visit Nearby State Parks

Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area

You will find Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area spread on 2,900 acres on the Illinois River's east side. Approximately 2,462 acres of this state park is water, making it an ideal place for fishing. This state park is also among the favorite places for waterfowl during the migration season and is an excellent place for anglers. There are duck hunting tours for enthusiasts and three miles of trails for families looking to enjoy quality camping and hiking opportunities together... Read more