12 RV Dump Stations In Hot Springs, AR -- 9 Free Sani-Dumps

Hot Springs has several RV dump stations, and here's the good news: some of them won't cost you a dime. That's a solid lineup for a city this size, especially one that sees as many RVs roll through as Hot Springs does. Whether you're here for the thermal waters or just passing through on US-70, you've got options for dumping your tanks.

This city sits in the Ouachita Mountains of central Arkansas, about an hour southwest of Little Rock. It's a tourist town built around Bathhouse Row and Hot Springs National Park, which means the infrastructure here is well-tuned for visitors -- including those of us towing our homes behind us. The area sees steady RV traffic year-round, though snowbirds heading south in fall and returning north in spring create noticeable seasonal bumps.

You'll find a mix of sanitary dump stations here: state park facilities at Lake Catherine and Lake Ouachita (both excellent), a couple of gas station sani-dumps along the main drags, and RV parks that open their dump stations to non-guests. The paid stations typically run $10-15, but honestly, with this many free options, you shouldn't need to pay unless you're already fueling up somewhere convenient. Most stations can handle big rigs -- this isn't back-country Arkansas with tight turns and low branches.

Getting to dump stations here is straightforward. US-70 runs right through town east-west, and US-270 comes up from the south. If you're on I-30, take exit 111 onto US-70 West and you're 30 minutes out. The roads are RV-friendly, though downtown Hot Springs has some narrow historic streets you'll want to avoid in a 40-footer. Stick to the main highways and you'll be fine.

The listings below show exactly where each station sits, what it costs (if anything), and what amenities you'll find. We keep this data current, so if a station closes or a new one opens, you'll see it reflected here.

Of the several stations in Hot Springs, some (a portion%) are free to use, while a portion% charge a fee. That's better than most tourist towns, where paid stations often outnumber free ones. The free options include state park facilities -- if you've got an Arkansas State Parks pass, you're golden. Without a pass, day-use fees at state parks typically run $5-10 per vehicle, but the dump station access is included.

Paid stations in the area charge between $10 and $15 for non-guests. RV parks sometimes waive the dump fee if you buy fuel or propane, so ask before you pay. Gas station dumps are hit-or-miss on pricing -- some are free for customers, others charge regardless. The Pilot Travel Center charges around $12 last we checked, which is standard for truck stops.

If you're staying in the area for a few days, consider camping at one of the state parks -- you get unlimited dump access plus hookups for about $25-35 per night, which beats paying for hotel parking downtown and then paying again to dump. Arkansas residents over 62 get half-price camping at state parks, and that includes dump station access. It's one of the better senior deals in the South.