Dump Stations In Pollock Pines, CA -- Sani-Dumps Online
38.7616° N, 120.5861° W
Quick Overview
Pollock Pines is a small mountain community in El Dorado County at about 3,900 feet elevation, sitting along US-50 on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada between Placerville and Lake Tahoe. The area has several motorhome dump stations, with some offering free access. You'll find service point facilities at local campgrounds and motorhome parks that serve the flow of travelers heading to and from the Tahoe basin. Pollock Pines sits in the pine and fir zone of the Sierra, with Sly Park Recreation Area and Jenkinson Lake nearby offering camping, fishing, and hiking opportunities. For RVers, it's a useful service stop on the US-50 corridor with a mountain setting that's cooler and more pleasant than the valley floor below, and the dump stations here fill an important service gap between the lower-elevation facilities around Placerville and the higher-elevation stations near Lake Tahoe that frequently close during the long winter season due to snow and cold temperatures.
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All Dump Stations Near Pollock Pines
| Station Name | Distance | Rating | Category | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldorado National Forest - Stumpy Meadows Campground | 10.0 mi | \u2014 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Eldorado National Forest - Sunset Campground | 12.2 mi | \u2014 | Dump Station | Varies |
| USDA Forest Service - Fashoda Campground | 12.7 mi | \u2014 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Eldorado National Forest - Ice House Campground | 12.9 mi | \u2014 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Eldorado National Forest - Yellowjacket Campground | 13.9 mi | \u2014 | Dump Station | Varies |
| American River Resort | 16.3 mi | \u2014 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Bear River Lake Resort | 23.1 mi | \u2014 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Far Horizons 49er Village RV Resort | 24.3 mi | \u2014 | Dump Station | Varies |
| Tahoe National Forest - Shirttail Creek Campground | 28.4 mi | \u2014 | Dump Station | Varies |
| D L Bliss State Park | 31.2 mi | \u2014 | Dump Station | Free |
Eldorado National Forest - Stumpy Meadows Campground
10.0 miEldorado National Forest - Sunset Campground
12.2 miUSDA Forest Service - Fashoda Campground
12.7 miEldorado National Forest - Ice House Campground
12.9 miEldorado National Forest - Yellowjacket Campground
13.9 miAmerican River Resort
16.3 miBear River Lake Resort
23.1 miFar Horizons 49er Village RV Resort
24.3 miTahoe National Forest - Shirttail Creek Campground
28.4 miD L Bliss State Park
31.2 miTraveling to Pollock Pines by RV
US-50 runs through the Pollock Pines area as the main route between Sacramento (about 55 miles west) and South Lake Tahoe (about 50 miles east). The Sly Park Road exit off US-50 leads to Jenkinson Lake. From Placerville, it's about 15 miles east and uphill on US-50. The highway handles RVs well but the grade is steady climbing heading east. Fuel is available at the US-50 commercial area. For supplies, Placerville offers more options about 15 miles west, and South Lake Tahoe has full services at the top of the pass.
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Dump Station Costs in Pollock Pines
Of the dump stations near Pollock Pines, a portion% are free and a portion% charge a fee. Paid options run $10 to $15, standard for Sierra foothill communities. Pricing here is more affordable than at Lake Tahoe elevation where everything costs more. Free dump options provide good value for RVers who are camping in the national forest or at Sly Park and need regular tank service without driving down to the valley or up to the lake.
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Best Time to Visit Pollock Pines by RV
Winter
Nov - Feb
28-48°F
Crowds: Low
Cold and snowy at this elevation. US-50 may require chains. Some campgrounds and dump stations close seasonally. A quiet mountain winter.
Spring
Mar - May
35-65°F
Crowds: Low
Snow melts and facilities open gradually. Dogwood blooms in the forest. Rivers run high with snowmelt. A beautiful transitional season.
Summer
Jun - Aug
52-88°F
Crowds: Medium
The prime camping season with warm days and cool mountain nights. Tahoe traffic on US-50 keeps things moving. Dump stations are at moderate use.
Fall
Sep - Oct
38-75°F
Crowds: Low
Fall colors arrive in the Sierra. Cooler nights. A wonderful shoulder season for camping at Sly Park or in the national forest.
Explore the Pollock Pines Area
Dump stations here are busiest during summer weekends with Tahoe-bound traffic. Jenkinson Lake at Sly Park is a great alternative to the more crowded Tahoe campgrounds -- good fishing, less hectic, and lower elevation means a longer camping season. Fill your water tanks here if you're heading to any dispersed camping spots in the Eldorado National Forest. Winter brings snow at this elevation, and US-50 may require chains during storms, so check CalTrans conditions before heading east in the colder months.
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Read more →Frequently Asked Questions About Dump Stations in Pollock Pines
Where can I dump my motorhome tanks in Pollock Pines?
Pollock Pines has {{stationCount}} dump stations at campgrounds and motorhome parks along the US-50 corridor in the Sierra foothills. These fill an important service gap between Placerville below and the Tahoe basin above.
Are there free dump stations in Pollock Pines?
Yes, {{freeCount}} dump stations in the area are free. Free access at this mid-elevation Sierra location is valuable for campers in the Eldorado National Forest who need regular tank service.
Is there camping near Pollock Pines?
Jenkinson Lake at Sly Park Recreation Area offers developed camping with good fishing about 5 miles south of US-50. The Eldorado National Forest surrounding the area has dispersed camping options as well. Both are less crowded alternatives to Lake Tahoe.
How much do dump stations cost in Pollock Pines?
Paid dump stations near Pollock Pines charge $10 to $15 per use, more affordable than Tahoe-elevation facilities. Sierra foothill pricing is reasonable and competitive with other small mountain communities along US-50.
Where can I dump my motorhome tanks in Pollock Pines?
Pollock Pines has {{stationCount}} dump stations at campgrounds and motorhome parks along the US-50 corridor in the Sierra foothills. These fill an important service gap between Placerville below and the Tahoe basin above.
Are there free dump stations in Pollock Pines?
Yes, {{freeCount}} dump stations in the area are free. Free access at this mid-elevation Sierra location is valuable for campers in the Eldorado National Forest who need regular tank service.
Is there camping near Pollock Pines?
Jenkinson Lake at Sly Park Recreation Area offers developed camping with good fishing about 5 miles south of US-50. The Eldorado National Forest surrounding the area has dispersed camping options as well. Both are less crowded alternatives to Lake Tahoe.
How much do dump stations cost in Pollock Pines?
Paid dump stations near Pollock Pines charge $10 to $15 per use, more affordable than Tahoe-elevation facilities. Sierra foothill pricing is reasonable and competitive with other small mountain communities along US-50.
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