Dump Station
This is a day-use facility only; no overnight camping is allowed. The dump station typically opens late May and closes in October, weather permitting. As of mid-May, it may not yet be operational. Fee is $10 per dump.
Flood Watch issued July 20 at 8:56AM PDT until July 21 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Monsoonal moisture will stream northward into most of Northern and Central Nevada Tuesday, with historically high atmospheric moisture content. The strongest showers and thunderstorms Tuesday will produce intense rainfall rates, resulting in the potential of flash flooding. * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Most of Northern and Central Nevada. * WHEN...From 11 AM PDT Tuesday morning until 9 PM PDT Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The strongest showers and thunderstorms Tuesday will produce rainfall rates of around one inch per hour, resulting in the potential of flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Special Weather Statement issued July 20 at 7:09PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
At 708 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 16 miles east of Lund, moving northwest at 10 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of south central White Pine County.
Flood Advisory issued July 20 at 7:23PM PDT until July 20 at 10:30PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of northeast Nevada, including the following county, White Pine. * WHEN...Until 1030 PM PDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 719 PM PDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.3 and 1.3 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.1 to 0.4 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Shoshone, and Great Basin National Park. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
The Dump Station at Great Basin National Park is a day-use service facility, not a campground. It provides RV sewage disposal, potable water, and trash receptacles for visitors camping elsewhere in the park. No overnight camping is allowed at this site. The facility is located 1/2 mile inside the park entrance on Nevada Highway 488. It typically operates from late May through October, weather permitting. The fee is $10 per use for dumping RV sewage, with no discounts available for Senior or Access Pass holders. Composting toilets are available seasonally. Visitors should contact the park at (775) 234-7331 to confirm the station is operational before arriving, as exact opening dates depend on weather conditions.
Directions
Located 1/2 mile inside the park entrance on Nevada Highway 488.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| grba_interpretation@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (775) 234-7331 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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