Dumps NearbyLandfillVerified October 2026
Johnson Canyon Sanitary Landfill
You will find Johnson Canyon Sanitary Landfill in Gonzales, CA. It is a landfill in Monterey County. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush and household hazardous waste. We list 21 other drop-off sites in Monterey County. In 2022 it accepted roughly 227,172 tons, according to EPA data.
| Address | 31400 Johnson Canyon Road, Gonzales, CA 93926 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Monterey County, CA |
| Phone | (831) 675-2165 |
| Website | countyofmonterey.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm Sat-Sun: 8 am to 4 pm |
| Fees | No published rate on file. Most dumps charge by weight or by load, often with a minimum. |
| Access | Operated by a local government agency |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, antifreeze, batteries, motor oil, paint |
| Not accepted | hazardous waste |
| Operator | Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority (publicly owned) |
| Opened | 1976 |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: countyofmonterey.gov, countyofmonterey.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Monterey County
- The county runs a disposal voucher program for cleanup loads; each voucher is valid for one load at Johnson Canyon Landfill, Jolon Road Transfer Station or ReGen Monterey. Eligibility is explained on the county Environmental Health page. Source
- Johnson Canyon Landfill and Jolon Road Transfer Station do not accept household hazardous waste, but take antifreeze, batteries, oil and oil filters, and latex paint. Household hazardous waste goes to the ReGen Monterey HHW facility in Marina or the Salinas Valley Recycles HHW facility on Madison Lane. Source
Before you go
- Strap down furniture and cover light material so nothing blows out on the way.
- Tires, appliances with refrigerant and electronics often cost extra or go to a separate area.
- Sort recyclables, metal and yard waste before you go; many sites have separate areas for them.
Other landfills nearby
- John Smith Road Landfill Landfill
- Monterey Peninsula Landfill Landfill
- Monterey Regional Waste Management District / Marina Landfill and Smartferm Composting Landfill VerifiedHours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brush
- Buena Vista Drive Sanitary Landfill Landfill
- Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm … Garbage per ton: $105.50Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm … Minimum charge per load: $39.00Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Household hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Monterey County
All 22 drop-off sites in Monterey County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · California
Frequently asked questions
Where is Johnson Canyon Sanitary Landfill?
31400 Johnson Canyon Road, Gonzales, CA 93926.
What can I drop off at Johnson Canyon Sanitary Landfill?
Johnson Canyon Sanitary Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush and household hazardous waste. Not accepted: hazardous waste.
Is Johnson Canyon Sanitary Landfill open to the public?
Operated by a local government agency. Call if you are hauling for a business.
When is Johnson Canyon Sanitary Landfill open?
Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm; Sat-Sun: 8 am to 4 pm.
What other landfills are near Johnson Canyon Sanitary Landfill?
John Smith Road Landfill in Hollister (21 mi), Monterey Peninsula Landfill in Marina (23 mi) and Monterey Regional Waste Management District / Marina Landfill and Smartferm Composting in Marina (25 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Gonzales?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Republic Post Collection Facility, about 19 miles away.
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