Dumps NearbyDumps & landfills in San Luis Obispo County, CA
In San Luis Obispo County, CA you can take waste to 14 sites we know of (4 landfills, 7 transfer stations and drop-off centers and 4 hazardous waste drop-offs). The largest city in the county is San Luis Obispo. For 7 sites we checked hours and fees against the operator's own website.
Landfills (4)Transfer stations & drop-off centers (7)Household hazardous waste (1)Yard waste & compost (1)Electronics, tires & scrap metal (1)
County rules
- San Luis Obispo County residents can drop off up to 15 gallons or 125 pounds of household hazardous waste per visit at no cost at IWMA facilities and collection events. Businesses must call (805) 782-8530 for an appointment. Source
- Free Bye Bye Mattress drop-off at Chicago Grade Landfill: up to 3 mattresses per day, Monday-Saturday. Source
- Loads must be covered or secured at county landfills. Uncovered or unsecured loads are charged double at Cold Canyon, Chicago Grade and Paso Robles. Source
Upcoming collection days
Landfills in San Luis Obispo County
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7:30 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pm Loads up to 1,000 lbs: $35 flatHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsMattresses
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Camp Roberts Landfill Landfill
Transfer stations & drop-off centers in San Luis Obispo County
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 8 am to 2 pm
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 3 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brush
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7:30 am to 4 pm
- Chicago Grade Transfer Station Transfer station
- Exploration Discovery Center Recycling centerHours: Mon to Sat 10 am to 5 pm
- R&R Rolloff LLC Transfer station
- Recycle 101 INC Recycling center
Household hazardous waste in San Luis Obispo County
- Hours: Sat: 11 am to 3 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
Yard waste & compost in San Luis Obispo County
- B Goodrow INC Compost & yard waste site
Electronics, tires & scrap metal in San Luis Obispo County
- Sa Recycling - Paso Robles Scrap metal yard
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I dump trash in San Luis Obispo County?
Buckeye Processing & MRF, LLC (Paso Robles), Chicago Grade Landfill (Templeton), City of Paso Robles Landfill (Paso Robles) and Cold Canyon Landfill, INC. (San Luis Obispo) and 5 more take household trash or bulky items.
How many landfills are in San Luis Obispo County?
We list 4 active landfills in San Luis Obispo County: Chicago Grade Landfill, City of Paso Robles Landfill, Cold Canyon Landfill, INC. and Camp Roberts Landfill.
Where do I take paint and chemicals in San Luis Obispo County?
Household hazardous waste goes to Chicago Grade Landfill, City of Paso Robles Landfill and Cold Canyon Landfill, INC..
How much does the dump cost in San Luis Obispo County?
City of Paso Robles Landfill: loads up to 1,000 lbs $35 flat. Rates as published by the operators, checked October 2026.
Do I need to be a resident to use the dump in San Luis Obispo County?
Nipomo HHW Facility is for residents only.
Where can I recycle tires, electronics or scrap metal in San Luis Obispo County?
See the pages for hazardous waste, electronics, tires, yard waste, construction debris and scrap metal in San Luis Obispo County below.
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