Where to dump trash in Oakland, California

Find public landfills, transfer stations, and recycling drop-offs in Oakland, California, with hours, rules, and accepted materials when available.

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Transfer

Berkeley Transfer Station

1201 2nd St, Berkeley, CA 94710

Accepts: General disposal loads, Bulky items, Select recyclable streams

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Recycling

Berkeley Recycling Center

669 Gilman St, Berkeley, CA 94710

Accepts: Cardboard and paper, Bottles and cans, Sorted recyclable materials

Verified 2026-03-03

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Transfer

Davis Street Resource Recovery Complex

2615 Davis St, San Leandro, CA 94577

Accepts: General disposal loads, Recycling drop-off, Household hazardous waste programs

Verified 2026-03-03

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Recycling

California Waste Solutions

1820 10th St, Oakland, CA 94607

Accepts: Common recyclables, Cardboard and paper, Sorted drop-off materials

Verified 2026-03-03

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Hazardous

Alameda County Household Hazardous Waste Facility

2100 East 7th St, Oakland, CA 94606

Accepts: Household chemicals, Paint, Batteries

Verified 2026-03-03

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Looking for a dump, landfill, transfer station, or recycling drop-off near Oakland? JunkScout lists nearby disposal and drop-off locations with hours, rules, and accepted materials when available.

Where can I dump trash in Oakland today?

Most areas have a mix of public drop-off centers, private landfills, and transfer stations. The right choice depends on what you’re hauling - furniture, household trash, construction debris, brush, or recyclables. Use the listings above to confirm what’s accepted before you drive out.

Where can I drop off trash for free in Oakland?

Some Oakland-area services are resident-focused and may offer free or lower-cost drop-off for specific materials, while private transfer stations and landfills usually charge by load size or material type.

What items are typically accepted?

Commonly accepted items include furniture, yard waste, brush, construction debris (C&D), appliances (sometimes restricted), and mixed recyclables. Some facilities accept only certain materials or require loads to be separated.

Fees, hours, and resident requirements

Disposal rules vary by site. Some facilities are resident-only and require ID or proof of address. Others charge based on load size, weight, or material type. Hours can change seasonally - always check the facility’s website or call ahead when possible.

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ID

Resident rules vary

Some public facilities require proof of residency. Call ahead if unsure.

C&D

Construction debris

C&D may be accepted only at certain sites or for a fee.

Call

Always confirm

Hours and accepted materials change. Check the facility’s site or call first.

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