Dumps NearbyTransfer stationVerified October 2026
Kea‘au
Kea‘au is a transfer station in Hawaii County, HI, listed under Keaʻau. This is a privately run site; most take paying customers off the street, though some only serve commercial haulers. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, scrap metal and appliances. It is one of 39 drop-off sites we list in Hawaii County.
| Address | 16-921 Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road, Keaʻau, HI 96749 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Hawaii County, HI |
| Phone | (808) 961-8270 |
| Website | dem.hawaiicounty.gov |
| Hours | Daily: 6 am to 6 pm Open Daily. Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. |
| Fees | Free for residents |
| Who can use it | Residents only |
| Access | Commercial operator that usually takes public loads for a fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Scrap metal, Appliances, recycling |
| Not accepted | commercial waste, farm waste, government agency waste, hazardous waste, automobiles |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: dem.hawaiicounty.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Hawaii County
- County recycling and transfer stations are free for household self-haul rubbish. Only household-generated waste is allowed; no commercial, government agency or farm waste. One load per vehicle per day, 3 cubic yard limit, no trailers or dump-bed trucks. Source
- Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and dehumidifiers with refrigerant go to the designated appliance area at stations that take appliances; microwaves count as rubbish. Source
- Holiday closures at all county recycling and transfer stations: New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day. Source
Before you go
- Secure everything in the truck bed; loose debris on the road can mean a fine.
- Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
- Ask on the phone whether they take small loads from individuals.
- Keep your receipt; some sites need it for return visits or disputes.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Hours: Daily: 6 am to 6 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushScrap metalAppliances
- Hours: Daily: 6 am to 6 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsScrap metalAppliances
- Hilo Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Sun, Tue, Fri: 6 am to 6 pm
- Hours: Sun, Tue, Fri: 6 am to 6 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsScrap metalAppliances
More in Hawaii County
All 39 drop-off sites in Hawaii County · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Hawaii
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kea‘au?
16-921 Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road, Keaʻau, HI 96749. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation.
What can I drop off at Kea‘au?
Kea‘au is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, scrap metal and appliances. Not accepted: commercial waste, farm waste, government agency waste, hazardous waste and automobiles.
Can non-residents use Kea‘au?
No, it is for residents only.
Is Kea‘au free?
It is free for residents, according to the operator.
When is Kea‘au open?
Daily: 6 am to 6 pm. Open Daily. Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day..
What other transfer stations are near Kea‘au?
Pāhoa in Pāhoa (6.2 mi), Hilo (Transfer Station) in Hilo (8.1 mi) and Hilo Transfer Station in Hilo (9.9 mi).
Reviews
Still no reviews. If you used this site, a quick rating helps neighbors plan their trip.