Transfer stationVerified October 2026
South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station
South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station is a transfer station in Santa Barbara County, CA, listed under Santa Barbara. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Santa Barbara County has 19 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 4430 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Santa Barbara County, CA |
| Phone | (805) 681-4345 |
| Website | countyofsb.org |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 7 am to 5 pm Call ahead to confirm current hours and rates. |
| Fees | No published rate on file. Most dumps charge by weight or by load, often with a minimum. |
| Access | Run by the county, city or a waste district |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush, Electronics, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, Mattresses |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: sustainability.santabarbaraca.gov, countyofsb.org. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Santa Barbara County
- The City of Lompoc charges $40.00 per 15-minute interval for curbside bulky item collection (rate schedule effective July 1, 2026); check with your hauler or city for the service available at your address. Source
- Many South Coast drop-off sites accept e-waste, batteries, paint, oil and antifreeze free of charge for residents; call ahead for current details and rates. Source
Before you go
- Secure everything in the truck bed; loose debris on the road can mean a fine.
- Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 5 pm … Refrigerator, freezer or A/C unit with freon: $10 freon fee unless freon removed beforehandHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushElectronics
- Santa Ynez Valley Recycling & Transfer Stat Transfer stationHours: Tue to Sat 8:30 am to 4 pm
- Caltrans - Ventura Maintenance Station Transfer station
- Caltrans - Ojai Maintenance Station Transfer station
- Ventucopa TS Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 9 am to 4 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Sat: 9 am to 3 pm …
More in Santa Barbara County
All 19 drop-off sites in Santa Barbara County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · California
Frequently asked questions
Where is South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station?
4430 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station?
South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses.
Is South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station open to the public?
Run by the county, city or a waste district.
When is South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station open?
Mon-Sat: 7 am to 5 pm. Call ahead to confirm current hours and rates..
What other transfer stations are near South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station?
Marborg C&D Recycling &transfer Facility in Santa Barbara (5.5 mi), Santa Ynez Valley Recycling & Transfer Stat in Los Olivos (26 mi) and Caltrans - Ventura Maintenance Station in Ventura (29 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Santa Barbara?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Goleta Recycling Center, about 5.1 miles away.
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