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Santa Ynez Valley Recycling & Transfer Station
Transfer stationPublicly ownedLos Olivos, Santa Barbara, California
- Hours
- Tue–Sat 8:30am–4pm (from map data, may be outdated)
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About this transfer station
Santa Ynez Valley Recycling & Transfer Station is a publicly owned transfer station in Los Olivos, Santa Barbara, California. It is operated by Santa Barbara County. At a transfer station you drop off your trash and bulky items; the waste is then consolidated and trucked to a landfill. Transfer stations are usually closer to town than a landfill and are often the easier place to unload a pickup or trailer.
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Before you haul a load here
- Secure and cover your load. Most facilities charge extra or turn away untarped loads.
- Separate items. Keep tires, appliances, mattresses, electronics and yard waste apart from household trash — they're usually charged or unloaded separately.
- Bring ID and payment. Many public sites check residency, and some take cash or check only.
- Leave hazardous waste at home. Paint, chemicals, batteries, propane tanks and motor oil go to household hazardous waste drop-offs, not the regular tipping floor.
Full checklist: what to know before going to the dump →
Frequently asked questions
What are the hours at Santa Ynez Valley Recycling & Transfer Station?
Posted hours are Tue–Sat 8:30am–4pm. Hours change around holidays and bad weather, so call ahead before you load up.
How much does it cost to dump at Santa Ynez Valley Recycling & Transfer Station?
Most transfer stations charge by weight at the scale house, with a minimum charge for small loads, and add separate fees for tires, appliances with refrigerant, and mattresses. We have not verified this location's rates — ask when you call.
Can I use Santa Ynez Valley Recycling & Transfer Station if I don't live in Santa Barbara?
Many publicly owned facilities give residents lower rates or limit self-haul to residents. Bring ID showing your address and confirm the rules by phone first.
What is the closest other dump to Santa Ynez Valley Recycling & Transfer Station?
The nearest other facility in our directory is Tajiguas SLF (landfill), about 15.2 miles away in Santa Barbara County, CA.
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Nearest other dumps and transfer stations
| Facility | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tajiguas SLF Santa Barbara County, CA | Landfill | 15.2 mi |
| City of Lompoc SLF Santa Barbara County, CA | Landfill | 18.0 mi |
| Santa Maria Regional Landfill Santa Barbara County, CA | Landfill | 22.8 mi |
| South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station Santa Barbara County, CA | Transfer station | 26.6 mi |
| Cold Canyon LF Solid Waste Disposal Site San Luis Obispo County, CA | Landfill | 43.0 mi |
| Taft SLF Kern County, CA | Landfill | 52.0 mi |