Waste Disposal in San Luis Obispo County, CA

22 facilities across 8 cities: landfills, transfer stations, recycling centers, and more.

3.4

WM – Atascadero Waste Alternatives

Atascadero, CA · 175 reviews

Recycling CenterRecycling centerDebris removal service

3.5

San Luis Auto Salvage

San Luis Obispo, CA · 118 reviews

Scrap MetalSalvage yardAuto parts store

4.5

A-1 Metals & Auto Salvage

Paso Robles, CA · 112 reviews

Scrap MetalRecycling centerSalvage yard

4.3

SOUTH COUNTY SANITARY

San Luis Obispo, CA · 96 reviews

LandfillWaste management serviceDumpster rental service

4.3

Santa Maria Transfer Station

Nipomo, CA · 85 reviews

Transfer StationWaste management service

4.4

Recycle 101 INC

Oceano, CA · 85 reviews

Recycling CenterRecycling center

3.6

COLD CANYON LANDFILL

San Luis Obispo, CA · 71 reviews

LandfillWaste management serviceGarbage collection service

4.6

WM - SLO Transfer Station

Paso Robles, CA · 63 reviews

Transfer StationWaste management service

3.2

SAN LUIS GARBAGE CO.

San Luis Obispo, CA · 48 reviews

LandfillWaste management serviceGarbage dump

3.9

AGS Recycling Inc.

Arroyo Grande, CA · 48 reviews

Recycling CenterRecycling center

4.5

Chicago Grade Landfill

Templeton, CA · 47 reviews

LandfillWaste management service

3.1

Dump Run Pro

San Luis Obispo, CA · 32 reviews

LandfillGarbage dumpArt dealer

4.3

SA Recycling

Paso Robles, CA · 26 reviews

Recycling CenterRecycling center

4.5

R & R Auto Wrecking - Reliable Recycling

Arroyo Grande, CA · 24 reviews

Scrap MetalScrap metal dealerAuto wrecker

4.1

AGS Recycling, Inc.

Morro Bay, CA · 17 reviews

Recycling CenterRecycling center

3.4

Paso Robles Landfill

Paso Robles, CA · 16 reviews

LandfillGarbage dump

3.8

SAN LUIS MRF

San Luis Obispo, CA · 8 reviews

LandfillWaste management serviceGarbage collection service

5.0

Morro Bay Household Hazardous Waste Facility

Morro Bay, CA · 3 reviews

Hazardous Waste DisposalWaste management service

4.3

Mission Country Disposal

San Luis Obispo, CA · 3 reviews

LandfillWaste management serviceDumpster rental service

5.0

SLO County Integrated Waste

San Luis Obispo, CA · 1 reviews

Waste FacilityCounty government office

Managed Organic Recycling, Inc.

San Luis Obispo, CA

Recycling CenterWaste management service

Nipomo Household Hazardous Waste Facility

Nipomo, CA

Hazardous Waste DisposalWaste management service

About Waste Disposal in San Luis Obispo County

San Luis Obispo County in California has 22 listed waste disposal facilities spread across 8 cities. Listings include hours, contact info, and ratings so you can pick a site before you load up. The highest rated is WM – Atascadero Waste Alternatives in Atascadero, rated 3.4 stars from 175 reviews.

County facilities are where residency rules show up most: many San Luis Obispo County sites offer free or discounted dumping for residents and turn away or surcharge everyone else. Bring ID, call ahead for current fees, and keep hazardous materials separate. Paint, chemicals, and batteries usually need a dedicated hazardous waste drop-off.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I dump trash in San Luis Obispo County, California?

There are 22 waste disposal facilities across 8 cities in San Luis Obispo County, California, including landfills, transfer stations, and recycling centers.

Do I have to be a San Luis Obispo County resident to use the dump?

It depends on the facility. County-run sites often serve residents only, or charge non-residents a higher rate, and may ask for ID or a utility bill as proof of residency. Private facilities usually take anyone willing to pay the gate fee. Check the listing or call ahead.

What is the best-rated facility in San Luis Obispo County?

The top facility in San Luis Obispo County is WM – Atascadero Waste Alternatives in Atascadero with a 3.4-star rating from 175 Google reviews.

Cities in San Luis Obispo County

Arroyo Grande2 facilities Atascadero1 facility Morro Bay2 facilities Nipomo2 facilities Oceano1 facility Paso Robles4 facilities San Luis Obispo9 facilities Templeton1 facility

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