Dumps NearbyTransfer stationVerified October 2026
Pāpa‘ikou
Pāpa‘ikou is a transfer station in Hawaii County, HI, listed under Pāpaʻikou. This is a privately run site; most take paying customers off the street, though some only serve commercial haulers. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items. We list 38 other drop-off sites in Hawaii County.
| Address | 27-215 Old Māmalahoa Highway, Pāpaʻikou, HI 96781 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 | Private site, call to confirm small loads are accepted |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, 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
- Cover and tie down your load. Many sites charge extra for loose loads.
- Tires, appliances with refrigerant and electronics often cost extra or go to a separate area.
- Ask which payment methods they take; some commercial sites bill on account only.
- Sort recyclables, metal and yard waste before you go; many sites have separate areas for them.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Hours: Sun, Tue, Fri: 6 am to 6 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsScrap metalAppliances
- Hilo Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: 6 am to 6 pm
- Hours: Daily: 6 am to 6 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsScrap metalAppliances
- Hours: Daily: 6 am to 6 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushScrap metalAppliances
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 Pāpa‘ikou?
27-215 Old Māmalahoa Highway, Pāpaʻikou, HI 96781. The map link above starts navigation from your location.
What can I drop off at Pāpa‘ikou?
Pāpa‘ikou is listed for household trash & bulky items. Not accepted: commercial waste, farm waste, government agency waste, hazardous waste and automobiles.
Can non-residents use Pāpa‘ikou?
No, it is for residents only.
Is Pāpa‘ikou free?
It is free for residents, according to the operator.
When is Pāpa‘ikou 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 Pāpa‘ikou?
Pāhala in Pāhala (4.4 mi), Hilo Transfer Station in Hilo (5.9 mi) and Honomū in Honomū (6.9 mi).
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