Transfer stationVerified October 2026

Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off

Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off is a transfer station in Nederland, CO, in Boulder County. This is a privately run site; most take paying customers off the street, though some only serve commercial haulers. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. It is one of 15 drop-off sites we list in Boulder County.

Address	286 Ridge Rd, Nederland, CO 80466 Directions
County	Boulder County, CO
Phone	(303) 258-7878
Website	bouldercounty.gov
Hours	Sun-Tue, Thu-Sat: 8 am to 4 pm Closed Wednesdays. 2026 closures include Nov. 3 (Election Day), Nov. 10 (Veterans Day observed), Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving), Nov. 27 and Dec. 25. Open 8 a.m. to noon on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31.
Fees	Bagged trash, 13-gallon bag $2 Bagged trash, 30-33-gallon bag $4 Yard and leaf bag $6 Trash permit (ten 30-33-gal. bags or twenty 13-gal. bags) $40 Loose trash $16 per cubic yard Furniture (couch, desk, table, etc.) $25 Mattress $30 each Box spring $30 each Appliances with refrigerants (refrigerator, freezer, air conditioner) $65 (2026) Car load $25 Station wagon $35 Small pickup $40 Standard pickup (bed level or van) $50 Pickup halfway up the cab $65 Pickup with side rails to the top of the cab $80 #6 white foam block, 30-33-gallon bag $4 Compost bag, 1-4 gal. $1 Compost bag, 5-13 gal. $2 Compost bag, 14-33 gal. $5 Compost bag, 34+ gal. $7 Scrap metal Free Fees as listed on the county page (appliance fee marked 2026); no other effective date is stated.
Who can use it	Open to non-residents
Access	Privately run, usually open to the public for a gate fee
Accepts	Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Scrap metal, Appliances, Mattresses
Not accepted	tires, electronics, hazardous waste, motor oil, batteries, construction debris, slash

Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: bouldercounty.gov, bouldercounty.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.

Rules in Boulder County

Boulder County's household hazardous waste facility is free for residents of Boulder County, Broomfield and the Town of Erie, with proof of residency, a 400 pound daily limit and no appointment needed. Other counties pay $50 per visit. Source
The county-run Nederland and Allenspark transfer stations take trash for a fee (bags, loose cubic yards or vehicle load) and do not accept tires, electronics, batteries or hazardous waste. Source

Before you go

Secure everything in the truck bed; loose debris on the road can mean a fine.
Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
Ask on the phone whether they take small loads from individuals.
Unload quickly and safely: stay clear of heavy equipment on the tipping floor.

Other transfer stations nearby

Mid County Transfer Station Transfer station

278 Jankowski Drive, Coal Creek · 7.4 mi · (303) 582-5004

Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisElectronicsTiresScrap metal
Allenspark Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off Transfer station Verified

14857 State Hwy 7, Allenspark · 15 mi · (303) 747-2107

Hours: Sun, Mon, Wed, Fri: 8 am to 4 pm Bagged trash, 13-gallon bag: $2

Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsScrap metalAppliancesMattresses
Western Disposal Compost Site/Wdc Transfer station

5880 Butte Mill Rd, Boulder · 16 mi
Western Disposal Services, INC Trash & Recycle Center Transfer station

5880 Butte Mill Road, Boulder · 16 mi · (303) 444-2037

Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushScrap metal
Western Disposal Material Management Center Transfer station Verified

2051 63rd St, Boulder · 16 mi · (303) 444-5794

Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 5 pm Mattress or box spring: $57.50

Household trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushElectronicsTiresScrap metal

Hazardous waste drop-off nearby

Hazardous Materials Management Facility Recycling center

1901 63rd Street, Boulder · 16 mi
Boulder County Hazardous Materials Management Facility Hazardous waste drop-off Verified

1901 63rd St, Boulder · 16 mi · (720) 564-2251

Hours: Wed-Sat: 8:30 am to 4 pm Visitors from counties other than Boulder, Broomfield and Erie: $50.00 per visit

More in Boulder County

All 15 drop-off sites in Boulder County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Colorado

Frequently asked questions

Where is Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off?

286 Ridge Rd, Nederland, CO 80466. The map link above starts navigation from your location.

What can I drop off at Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off?

Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: tires, electronics, hazardous waste, motor oil, batteries and construction debris.

Can non-residents use Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off?

Yes, according to the operator it is not limited to residents.

How much does it cost to dump at Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off?

Bagged trash, 13-gallon bag: $2; Bagged trash, 30-33-gallon bag: $4; Yard and leaf bag: $6; Trash permit (ten 30-33-gal. bags or twenty 13-gal. bags): $40. Fees as listed on the county page (appliance fee marked 2026); no other effective date is stated.. Source checked October 2026.

When is Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off open?

Sun-Tue, Thu-Sat: 8 am to 4 pm. Closed Wednesdays. 2026 closures include Nov. 3 (Election Day), Nov. 10 (Veterans Day observed), Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving), Nov. 27 and Dec. 25. Open 8 a.m. to noon on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31..

What other transfer stations are near Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off?

Mid County Transfer Station in Coal Creek (7.4 mi), Allenspark Transfer Station and Recycling Drop - Off in Allenspark (15 mi) and Western Disposal Compost Site/Wdc in Boulder (16 mi).

Where can I take paint and chemicals near Nederland?

The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Hazardous Materials Management Facility, about 16 miles away.

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