Transfer stationVerified October 2026
Pāhoa
Pāhoa is a transfer station in Pāhoa, HI, in Hawaii County. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, scrap metal and appliances. Hawaii County has 39 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 15-1870 Cemetery Road, Pāhoa, HI 96778 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 | Government-operated drop-off |
| 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
- A cargo net or tarp keeps bags and boards in place and saves an uncovered-load fee.
- Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
- Load the heaviest items last so they come off first.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Hours: Daily: 6 am to 6 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushScrap metalAppliances
- Hours: Wed, Sat: 6 am to 6 pm
- Hours: Sun, Tue, Fri: 6 am to 6 pm
- Hours: Daily: 6 am to 6 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsScrap metalAppliances
- Hilo Transfer Station Transfer station
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 Pāhoa?
15-1870 Cemetery Road, Pāhoa, HI 96778. The map link above starts navigation from your location.
What can I drop off at Pāhoa?
Pāhoa 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 Pāhoa?
No, it is for residents only.
Is Pāhoa free?
It is free for residents, according to the operator.
When is Pāhoa open?
Daily: 6 am to 6 pm. Open Daily. Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day..
What other transfer stations are near Pāhoa?
Kea‘au in Keaʻau (6.2 mi), Kalapana in Kalapana (8.3 mi) and Glenwood in Glenwood (12 mi).
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