RV Dump Stations Cloverdale, IN -- Sani-Dumps & Free Options

Cloverdale has several RV dump stations, and some of them won't cost you a dime. That's a solid ratio for a small Indiana town that sits right along the I-70 corridor between Indianapolis and Terre Haute.

This area sees steady RV traffic year-round -- snowbirds heading south in fall, families road-tripping in summer, and weekenders exploring Putnam County's covered bridges and Cataract Falls. The town itself is compact, population around 2,100, but it punches above its weight for RV services thanks to its location on a major east-west route.

Your dump station options here range from public sanitary dump stations at campgrounds to commercial RV parks that allow non-guests to use their facilities. Blackhawk Campground is the newest addition to the lineup. Most stations are clustered within a few miles of the I-70 corridor, making them easy to access without navigating tight downtown streets. A couple are at state recreation areas where you'll find proper concrete pads and rinse water -- not just a pipe in a gravel lot.

Getting to these sani-dump locations is straightforward. I-70 runs right through Putnam County with exits at Cloverdale (Exit 41) and nearby Greencastle. US-231 runs north-south through town, connecting to I-70 and providing a direct route if you're coming from Bloomington or Lafayette. Most dump stations here can handle big rigs without issue.

Scroll down to see the full list of dump stations with addresses, hours, and whether they charge a fee. We've got the details that'll help you plan your stop.

Of the several stations, some (a portion%) are free, while a portion% charge a fee. That's better than average for Indiana towns this size.

Paid stations typically run $5 to $12 for non-guests. If you're staying at an RV park overnight, dumping is usually included in your site fee. State recreation areas often charge a gate fee ($7-9 for Indiana residents, more for out-of-state) but then the dump station itself is free once you're inside.

The free stations are mostly at county parks or public campgrounds that don't gate their facilities. These can get busy on holiday weekends, so have a backup plan. If you've got an Indiana State Parks annual pass ($50 for residents, $70 for non-residents), you can access state park dump stations without paying daily gate fees -- that pass pays for itself fast if you're camping multiple weekends.

Some commercial campgrounds charge less if you buy fuel or propane from them when you dump. Ask about combo deals.