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Orcas Transfer Station

Orcas Transfer Station is a transfer station in Friday Harbor, WA, in San Juan County. A private company runs it. Expect to pay at the scale house, and check whether they take small loads from residents. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items. San Juan County has 2 sites in our directory, including this one.

Address	3398 Orcas Rd, Friday Harbor, WA 98245 Directions
County	San Juan County, WA
Phone	(360) 370-0534
Hours	Opening times are missing from our sources, so confirm them first.
Fees	We have no rate sheet for this site. Expect a charge by weight, by load or a flat minimum.
Access	Private operator; paying customers are generally welcome
Accepts	Household trash & bulky items

Source: EPA facility record, last updated April 2025. We have not checked it ourselves yet. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.

Before you go

Ask about the last entry time; scales often stop taking loads before closing.
A cargo net or tarp keeps bags and boards in place and saves an uncovered-load fee.
Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
Call to ask about minimum charges for a single car or pickup load.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Orcas Transfer Station?

3398 Orcas Rd, Friday Harbor, WA 98245. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.

What can I drop off at Orcas Transfer Station?

Orcas Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items. Large or unusual items are best checked by phone.

Is Orcas Transfer Station open to the public?

As far as we know: private operator; paying customers are generally welcome.

What other transfer stations are near Orcas Transfer Station?

Republic Services Ferndale Transfer Station in Ferndale (20 mi), Recycling & Disposal Services in Ferndale (20 mi) and Sanitary Service Company Bellingham in Bellingham (21 mi).

Where can I take paint and chemicals near Friday Harbor?

The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Sanitary Service Company, about 21 miles away.

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