Transfer stationVerified October 2026
Ke‘ei
Ke‘ei is a transfer station in Hawaii County, HI, listed under Captain Cook. 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. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, scrap metal and appliances. Hawaii County has 39 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 83-6180 Puʻuhonua Road, Captain Cook, HI 96704 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Hawaii County, HI |
| Phone | (808) 961-8270 |
| Website | dem.hawaiicounty.gov |
| Hours | Sun, Tue, Fri: 6 am to 6 pm Open Sun, Tue, Fri. Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. |
| Fees | Free for residents |
| Who can use it | Residents only |
| Access | Run by a waste company, expect a gate fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Scrap metal, Appliances, recycling |
| Not accepted | commercial waste, farm waste, government agency waste, hazardous waste, automobiles |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: dem.hawaiicounty.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Hawaii County
- County recycling and transfer stations are free for household self-haul rubbish. Only household-generated waste is allowed; no commercial, government agency or farm waste. One load per vehicle per day, 3 cubic yard limit, no trailers or dump-bed trucks. Source
- Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and dehumidifiers with refrigerant go to the designated appliance area at stations that take appliances; microwaves count as rubbish. Source
- Holiday closures at all county recycling and transfer stations: New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day. Source
Before you go
- Tarp the load; uncovered loads often cost more at the gate.
- Most dumps turn away hazardous waste, so keep paint and chemicals out of the load.
- Check whether you need to book or register before your first visit.
- Bring a photo ID; many public sites ask for proof of address.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Ke'ei Transfer Station Transfer stationHours: Sun,Tue,Fri 6 am to 6 pm
- Hours: Daily: 6 am to 6 pm
- Hours: Daily: 6 am to 6 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushScrap metalAppliances
- Superior Sanitation Transfer stationHours: Mon to Fri 7:30 am to 4 pm
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 4:15 pm Tip fee per ton: $128.00Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
More in Hawaii County
All 39 drop-off sites in Hawaii County · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Hawaii
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ke‘ei?
83-6180 Puʻuhonua Road, Captain Cook, HI 96704.
What can I drop off at Ke‘ei?
Ke‘ei is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, scrap metal and appliances. Not accepted: commercial waste, farm waste, government agency waste, hazardous waste and automobiles.
Can non-residents use Ke‘ei?
No, it is for residents only.
Is Ke‘ei free?
It is free for residents, according to the operator.
When is Ke‘ei open?
Sun, Tue, Fri: 6 am to 6 pm. Open Sun, Tue, Fri. Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day..
What other transfer stations are near Ke‘ei?
Ke'ei Transfer Station in Captain Cook (< 1 mi), Keauhou in Keauhou (6.6 mi) and Kailua - Kona (Kealakehe) in Kailua-Kona (15 mi).
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