Dumps NearbyTransfer stationVerified October 2026
Watsonville Waste and Recycling Drop - Off
Watsonville Waste and Recycling Drop - Off is a transfer station in Santa Cruz County, CA, listed under Watsonville. A private company runs it. Expect to pay at the scale house, and check whether they take small loads from residents. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal and mattresses. We list 8 other drop-off sites in Santa Cruz County.
| Address | 320 Harvest Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Santa Cruz County, CA |
| Phone | (831) 768-3133 |
| Website | watsonville.gov |
| Hours | Tue-Sat: 9 am to 3:30 pm Closed Sundays, Mondays and listed holidays including New Year's, Thanksgiving and Christmas. |
| Fees | We have no rate sheet for this site. Expect a charge by weight, by load or a flat minimum. |
| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Address verification required; the page does not list which documents are accepted. |
| Access | Run by a waste company, expect a gate fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Tires, Scrap metal, Mattresses, paint, motor oil, batteries |
| Load cover | Loads must be covered or tied down |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: watsonville.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Santa Cruz County
- County disposal sites charge a 28% surcharge on loads from Capitola, Santa Cruz, Watsonville and outside the county. An uncovered or unsecured load is $30.75 per load. Source
- Household hazardous waste is free for residents of unincorporated Santa Cruz County, Scotts Valley, Capitola and the City of Santa Cruz (proof of residency required, up to 15 gallons or 125 lbs per trip). City of Watsonville residents are not served by the county program. Source
Before you go
- Tarp the load; uncovered loads often cost more at the gate.
- Leave car batteries, paint and propane tanks at home; they need a separate drop-off.
- Call to ask about minimum charges for a single car or pickup load.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Pajaro Debris Removal Staging Area and Drop Off Transfer station
- Eagle Hauling & Recycling, INC. Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Randazzo Enterprises, INC. Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Randazzo Enterprises INC Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Crazy Horse Transfer Station Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- 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
- Household hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Santa Cruz County
All 9 drop-off sites in Santa Cruz County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · California
Frequently asked questions
Where is Watsonville Waste and Recycling Drop - Off?
320 Harvest Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076. Directions open in Google Maps on your phone or computer.
What can I drop off at Watsonville Waste and Recycling Drop - Off?
Watsonville Waste and Recycling Drop - Off is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal and mattresses.
Can non-residents use Watsonville Waste and Recycling Drop - Off?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Address verification required; the page does not list which documents are accepted..
When is Watsonville Waste and Recycling Drop - Off open?
Tue-Sat: 9 am to 3:30 pm. Closed Sundays, Mondays and listed holidays including New Year's, Thanksgiving and Christmas..
What other transfer stations are near Watsonville Waste and Recycling Drop - Off?
Pajaro Debris Removal Staging Area and Drop Off in Pajaro (1.3 mi), Eagle Hauling & Recycling, INC. in Salinas (9.4 mi) and Randazzo Enterprises, INC. in Castroville (10 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Watsonville?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Buena Vista Transfer Operation, about 2.9 miles away.
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