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Dumps and Transfer Stations in San Mateo County, CA

Compare 2 public drop-off sites in San Mateo County: published fees, hours and what each one accepts. Checked October 23, 2026.

2Facilities
2Cities
1Take Mattresses
$15Lowest Starting Price

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  1. 1
    Pescadero Transfer Station921 Bean Hollow Road, Pescadero
  2. 2
    Shoreway Environmental Center333 Shoreway Road, San Carlos

💡 Good to Know in San Mateo County

✅ Before You Go

  • San Mateo County's household hazardous waste program is free for county residents by appointment: call (650) 372-6200. Drop-off addresses are given when you book, so it is not listed as a map pin.
  • Ox Mountain Landfill near Half Moon Bay and Blue Line Transfer Station in South San Francisco are not listed yet: we could not confirm public access and current rates.
  • Call ahead. Rates are set at the scale and many add fuel or environmental surcharges.
  • Bring ID and proof of address if you want resident rates or a free mattress drop-off.
  • Separate your load. Mixed loads usually pay the higher rate.

🎟️ Free Drop-Offs

  • No free drop-off programs published for this county yet.

📍 Dumps Near Your City

Daly CityHalf Moon BayMenlo ParkPescaderoRedwood CitySan CarlosSan MateoSouth San Francisco

🔎 Browse by Item in San Mateo County

🗑️ Household Trash (2)🛋️ Furniture (2)🛏️ Mattresses (1)🔌 Appliances (2)📺 Electronics (2)🛞 Tires (2)🌿 Yard Waste (2)🧱 Construction Debris (1)🪨 Concrete and Dirt (2)🔩 Scrap Metal (2)☣️ Hazardous Waste (1)

🏢 All 2 Facilities in San Mateo County

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Pescadero Transfer Station

📍 921 Bean Hollow Road, Pescadero, CA 94060

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Fees and what they take

Household trash, small (32 to 63 gal)$15
Household trash, 1 to 3 cubic yards$40 / cubic yard
Recyclables, 32 to 64 gal$7
Yard and wood waste$34 minimum
🗑️ Household Trash🛋️ Furniture🔌 Appliances📺 Electronics🛞 Tires🌿 Yard Waste

⚠️ The county page says a rate change may be considered at an October 27 meeting, so these 20...

Hours

Thursday and Friday10 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday9 AM to 4:30 PM
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2

Shoreway Environmental Center

📍 333 Shoreway Road, San Carlos, CA 94070

🚛 Transfer Station💵 From $68
Is this your facility? Claim it free

Fees and what they take

Garbage$68 / cubic yard
Clean construction and demolition debris$65 / cubic yard
Clean green waste$62.50 / cubic yard
Clean wood$65.50 / cubic yard
🗑️ Household Trash🛋️ Furniture🛏️ Mattresses🔌 Appliances📺 Electronics🛞 Tires

⚠️ The page states rates effective January 1, 2025 and we found no newer table. Call before y...

Hours

Transfer station, Monday to Friday6 AM to 6 PM
Transfer station, Saturday and Sunday8 AM to 5 PM
Public recycling center, every day8 AM to 5 PM
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❓ Common Questions

Which San Mateo County facility has the lowest starting price?

Based on published rates checked October 23, 2026, Pescadero Transfer Station in Pescadero lists the lowest minimum: $15 (minimum for a small trash load). Fees and surcharges are added at the scale, so call ahead.

Where can I take mattresses in San Mateo County?

These facilities list mattresses as accepted: Shoreway Environmental Center. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

Where can I take tires in San Mateo County?

These facilities list tires as accepted: Pescadero Transfer Station, Shoreway Environmental Center. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

Where can I take electronics in San Mateo County?

These facilities list electronics as accepted: Pescadero Transfer Station, Shoreway Environmental Center. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

Where can I take hazardous waste in San Mateo County?

These facilities list hazardous waste as accepted: Shoreway Environmental Center. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

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