Dumps & landfills in Larimer County, CO
Larimer County has 18 drop-off sites in our directory, among them 2 landfills, 7 transfer stations and drop-off centers and 1 hazardous waste drop-off. Most people here live in or around Fort Collins. For 6 sites we checked hours and fees against the operator's own website.
Landfills (2)Transfer stations & drop-off centers (7)Household hazardous waste (1)Yard waste & compost (1)Electronics, tires & scrap metal (7)
County rules
- Larimer County Landfill (Taft Hill Rd) stopped taking waste on August 3, 2026; household disposal moved to the Central Diversion & Transfer Station (2388 W Trilby Rd). The North Landfill near Wellington opened the same day for haulers and residents within roughly 10 miles. Source
- All loads must be covered and secured, including bagged trash. Uncovered loads are charged double fees at all locations. Source
- Landfill sites close during high winds (sustained 40 mph or gusts of 55 mph); call the 24-hour line (970) 498-5770 before heading out on windy days. Source
- Colorado state law caps tires accepted at 9 per trip; the county may limit tires per visit. Source
Landfills in Larimer County
- Car, SUV, passenger van (flat fee): $20 (includes CO surcharge)
Transfer stations & drop-off centers in Larimer County
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 4:30 pm Car, SUV, passenger van (flat fee): $20 (includes CO surcharge)Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushElectronics
- Hours: Tue, Thu, Sat (Nov-Mar): 8 am to 4 pm … Car/SUV: $22 per vehicleHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisMattresses
- Hours: Sat (May-Oct, every Saturday): 9 am to 4 pm … Car/SUV or truck: $20
- Hours: Sat: 9 am to 4 pm Car/SUV or truck: $20
- Aragon Iron & Metal Recycling centerHours: Mon to Fri 8 am to 4 pm
- City Of Loveland Recycling Center Recycling centerHours: Tue to Sun 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
- RAM Waste Systems Transfer station
Household hazardous waste in Larimer County
- Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat: 8 am to 4:30 pm Residential household hazardous waste drop-off: FreeHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTiresScrap metal
Yard waste & compost in Larimer County
- Hageman Earth Cycle, INC. Compost & yard waste site
Electronics, tires & scrap metal in Larimer County
- Colorado Iron & Metal INC. - Hq Scrap metal yard
- Environmental Office Solutions Electronics recycler
- Gallegos Recycling Center Electronics recyclerConstruction debrisElectronicsScrap metal
- Rmb Recycling Center Electronics recyclerHours: Mon to Fri 8 am to 5 pmYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
- Spring Back Colorado Electronics recycler
- Timberline Recycling Center Electronics recyclerHours: Apr to Oct: Mon to Sun 6 am to 8 pm, Nov to Mar: Mon to Sun 7 am to 6 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
- Waste - Not Recycling Electronics recycler
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I dump trash in Larimer County?
Central Diversion & Transfer Station (Fort Collins), Estes Park Transfer Station - Waste Management (Estes Park), Larimer County North Landfill (Wellington) and Red Feather Lakes Residential Convenience Center (Red Feather Lakes) and 3 more take household trash or bulky items.
How many landfills are in Larimer County?
We list 2 active landfills in Larimer County: Larimer County North Landfill and Rawhide Energy Station - Platte River Power Authority.
Where do I take paint and chemicals in Larimer County?
Household hazardous waste goes to Larimer County Hazardous Waste Drop-off and Electronics Recycling.
How much does the dump cost in Larimer County?
Central Diversion & Transfer Station: car, suv, passenger van (flat fee) $20 (includes CO surcharge); Estes Park Transfer Station - Waste Management: car/suv $22 per vehicle; Larimer County Hazardous Waste Drop-off and Electronics Recycling: residential household hazardous waste drop-off Free. Rates as published by the operators, checked October 2026.
Do I need to be a resident to use the dump in Larimer County?
Larimer County Hazardous Waste Drop-off and Electronics Recycling is for residents only.
Where can I recycle tires, electronics or scrap metal in Larimer County?
See the pages for hazardous waste, electronics, tires, yard waste, construction debris and scrap metal in Larimer County below.
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