Methodology
- Rules come from state agencies (DNR, DOT) and administrative code; station rows from the agency or business page linked in that row.
- Crowd-sourced directories are not used as sources.
- Unknowns are written as not listed - check official page.
- Fees and seasons change; every page shows the date checked.
Sources
- Wisconsin DNR - Camping rules (dump stations, seasonal water)
- Wis. Admin. Code NR 45.12(3)
- WisDOT - Safety rest area locations
- Michigan DNR - Camping at state parks FAQ
- MDOT - Rest areas
- Ill. Admin. Code 17-130.70 (fees)
- Ill. Admin. Code 17-130.20 (non-camper dump use)
- IDNR - 2027 camping fee changes FAQ (PDF)
- Iowa DOT - Rest areas
- Iowa DOT - RV dumpsite alternatives map (PDF)
- Iowa DNR - Oct 13, 2026 winter transition release
- Minnesota DNR - State park fees
- Minnesota DNR - Amenity glossary
- MnDOT - Rest area map layer legend