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Wellington Transfer Station
Wellington Transfer Station is a transfer station in Larimer County, CO, listed under Wellington. It is privately operated. Private transfer stations generally accept loads from the public for a gate fee, but rules differ, so call before you go. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items. We list 17 other drop-off sites in Larimer County.
| Address | Wellington, CO 80549 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Larimer County, CO |
| Phone | (970) 498-5770 |
| Website | larimer.gov |
| Hours | Sat: 9 am to 4 pm Saturdays only, year-round. |
| Fees |
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| Access | Commercial operator that usually takes public loads for a fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items |
| Not accepted | tires, mattresses, appliances, furniture, construction debris |
| Load cover | Loads must be covered or tied down |
| Payment | cash, card |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: larimer.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Larimer County
- 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
Before you go
- Cover and tie down your load. Many sites charge extra for loose loads.
- Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
- Call to ask about minimum charges for a single car or pickup load.
- Gloves and closed shoes help when you unload by hand.
Other transfer stations nearby
- RAM Waste Systems Transfer station
- 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
- Ram Trucking, INC. Recycling and Transfer Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat: 8 am to 4:30 pm Residential household hazardous waste drop-off: FreeHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTiresScrap metal
- Hours: Tue, Thu, Sat: 8 am to 5 pm
More in Larimer County
All 18 drop-off sites in Larimer County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Colorado
Frequently asked questions
Where is Wellington Transfer Station?
Wellington, CO 80549.
What can I drop off at Wellington Transfer Station?
Wellington Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items. Not accepted: tires, mattresses, appliances, furniture and construction debris.
Is Wellington Transfer Station open to the public?
Commercial operator that usually takes public loads for a fee, as far as our sources show.
How much does it cost to dump at Wellington Transfer Station?
Car/SUV or truck: $20; Loose waste (1 cu yd minimum): $20 per cu yd. 2026 fees as listed by Larimer County.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Wellington Transfer Station open?
Sat: 9 am to 4 pm. Saturdays only, year-round..
What other transfer stations are near Wellington Transfer Station?
RAM Waste Systems in Fort Collins (17 mi), Central Diversion & Transfer Station in Fort Collins (19 mi) and Ram Trucking, INC. Recycling and Transfer in Cheyenne (28 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Wellington?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Larimer County Hazardous Waste Drop-off and Electronics Recycling, about 18 miles away.
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