Reviewed by Noel, owner of Noel Portable Toilets Rental
Do you deliver porta potties anywhere in Pope County?
We deliver porta potties to every town and rural address in Pope County, Minnesota, about 15–25 road miles from our Alexandria yard. Pope County sits just south of Alexandria down MN-29, so Glenwood, Starbuck and the Lake Minnewaska shore are inside our same-day zone.
| Town | ZIP | Road miles | Call by for same-day | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood | 56334 | ~19 | 12:00 PM | Included |
| Starbuck | 56381 | ~24 | 12:00 PM | Included |
Also served: Villard, Cyrus, Lowry, Sedan, Long Beach.
What should renters in Pope County know before booking?
Renters in Pope County should know the delivery route and same-day cutoff for their town, the local event and lake calendar that books trucks early, which office handles permits, and how the county's 3.5-foot frost depth affects winter and spring placement.
20 minutes down MN-29
Glenwood is about 19 miles from the yard and Starbuck about 24. Both get same-day delivery when you call by noon.
Lake Minnewaska events
Waterama in Glenwood and summer events in Starbuck draw big crowds to the lake. Event units go out Thursday or Friday and come back Monday.
Glacial Lakes State Park area
Rural sites near Glacial Lakes State Park and Lake Emily often have gravel drives. A level 6-by-6-foot spot near the drive is all a standard unit needs.
Same public health office as Douglas
Pope and Douglas share Horizon Public Health. Food stand hand washing rules are the same in both counties.
Glacial Lakes State Park
Campers and group events near Glacial Lakes State Park rent units for the park's busy summer weekends; book group events at least a week ahead.
Villard and Lake Amelia
Cabins around Villard and Lake Amelia are about 15 miles from the yard, so delivery and pickup are included.
Which offices handle permits in Pope County?
A porta potty on private property in Pope County normally needs no permit. Units on public roads, right-of-way or public land, and events with food or camping, can involve the county or city. Start with the offices below, and confirm with your venue or city hall.
- Pope County (land use and SSTS ordinance)
- Public health for food stands: Horizon Public Health
Building-code frost footing depth: 3.5-foot (Minn. R. 1303.1600).
How much does portable toilet rental cost in Pope County?
Portable toilet rental in Pope County starts at $165 for a standard event unit and $175 per 28 days for a weekly-serviced jobsite unit. Addresses within 25 miles of Alexandria include delivery and pickup; farther Pope County towns add one flat trip charge per delivery. Sales tax is added.
| Typical Pope County order | Starting price |
|---|---|
| 1 standard unit for a Pope County weekend party | from $165 |
| 100 guests, 5 hours, bar, in Pope County (5 units + 2 hand wash) | from $1,075 |
| Pope County jobsite, 10 workers, weekly service | from $175 per 28 days |
| Pope County wedding, 2-stall restroom trailer | from $1,295 |
| Public event in Pope County: add 1 accessible unit | from $225 each |
| Delivery and pickup, Pope County (~25 mi) | Included |
Worked examples from 2026 starting prices, before sales tax. See every price and fee.
