LandfillEPA / OSM listing
Las Pulgas LF
Las Pulgas LF is a landfill in San Diego County, CA, listed under Oceanside. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items. We list 64 other drop-off sites in San Diego County. It handled about 25,070 tons of waste in 2022 (EPA LMOP).
| Address | 1 mi N of Camp Pulgas, Oceanside, CA 92055 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | San Diego County, CA |
| Hours | Hours unknown to us so far. Check with the operator first. |
| Fees | We found no official prices. Some sites post them only at the scale house. |
| Access | Government-operated drop-off |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items |
| Operator | United States Marine Corps (publicly owned) |
| Opened | 1972 |
Source: EPA landfill data (LMOP). We have not verified it yet. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in San Diego County
- Unincorporated San Diego County residents can use four county HHW facilities (Ramona, Chula Vista, Escondido, El Cajon); bring proof of address, max 15 gallons or 125 pounds. El Cajon is temporarily closed to unincorporated residents. Source
- Residents of incorporated cities must use their own city's HHW program (e.g., City of San Diego residents use the Miramar HHW facility by appointment). Source
Before you go
- Gates at smaller sites often close early or on certain weekdays; call first.
- Tarp the load; uncovered loads often cost more at the gate.
- Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
- Bring a photo ID; many public sites ask for proof of address.
Other landfills nearby
- San Onofre Landfill Landfill
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 5 pm Cars, passenger minivans, SUVs (loads under 360 lbs): $15.00Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsMattresses
- Frank R. Bowerman Landfill Landfill
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 6 am to 6 pm Mattresses/box springs free per customer per day: 2 free (max 5)Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- OC Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center - San Juan Capistrano Hazardous waste drop-off VerifiedHours: Tue-Sat: 9 am to 3 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Select Sat: 12:30 pm to 2:45 pm
More in San Diego County
All 65 drop-off sites in San Diego County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · California
Frequently asked questions
Where is Las Pulgas LF?
1 mi N of Camp Pulgas, Oceanside, CA 92055. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation.
What can I drop off at Las Pulgas LF?
Las Pulgas LF is listed for household trash & bulky items. Large or unusual items are best checked by phone.
Is Las Pulgas LF open to the public?
Government-operated drop-off, as far as our sources show.
What other landfills are near Las Pulgas LF?
San Onofre Landfill in San Clemente (7.3 mi), Prima Deshecha Landfill in San Juan Capistrano (15 mi) and Frank R. Bowerman Landfill in Irvine (29 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Oceanside?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is OC Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center - San Juan Capistrano, about 17 miles away.
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