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Pokegama Dump Station

Grand Rapids, Minnesota · Itasca County · Activity Pass

Pokegama Recreation Area offers Dump Station passes for non-campers. A QR code will be available at the dump station for visitors to pay on their own.Pokegama Recreation Area, located on the Mississippi River is a popular Day-Use Area and campground. Location includes a boat ramp, 2 fishing piers, a fish cleaning stati…

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Pokegama Dump Station

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High59°F
Avg Low41°F
Peak Rain Chance13%
Humidity67%
UV (avg)4
Air Quality35 · Good
Today
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Overcast
60°/43°
🌬 15mph
↑ 7:13 AM ↓ 6:53 PM
Fri
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Overcast
56°/38°
🌬 8mph
↑ 7:14 AM ↓ 6:51 PM
Sat
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Light Drizzle
59°/46°
💧 13%🌬 16mph
↑ 7:16 AM ↓ 6:49 PM
Sun
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Overcast
59°/42°
💧 1%🌬 12mph
↑ 7:17 AM ↓ 6:47 PM
Mon
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Overcast
60°/37°
🌬 11mph
↑ 7:18 AM ↓ 6:45 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Pokegama Dump Station

Pokegama Recreation Area offers Dump Station passes for non-campers. A QR code will be available at the dump station for visitors to pay on their own.Pokegama Recreation Area, located on the Mississippi River is a popular Day-Use Area and campground. Location includes a boat ramp, 2 fishing piers, a fish cleaning station, and a large picnic shelter, a public campfire ring, several grilling and picnic areas along with a sanitation facility.Public website about the location: https://www.mvp.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Pokegama-Recreation-Area/Reservations/Area Information: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233588This pass allows the pass holder to use the dump station at Pokegama Recreation Area 1 time only. It is non-transferable, non-refundable, cannot be replaced if it is lost or stolen, and is void if altered or reproduced. Additional passes can be purchased for each use.Passes & dumps station available May 1st - October 15th.

Plan Your Visit to Pokegama Dump Station

Heading to Pokegama Dump Station? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Pokegama Dump Station?

No central reservation system listed for Pokegama Dump Station. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/AP26202) for the latest entry policy and availability.