Mariposa County Sanitary Landfill

Mariposa County Sanitary Landfill sits on Hwy 49 north of town and handles the county's trash that ends up being buried. Homeowners and local haulers bring household waste and bulky debris here. County landfills like this commonly accept commercial loads and operate with tipping fees, often charged by weight or per load.

Drive in from Highway 49 and you'll pass an entrance area with a scale/booth where vehicles are weighed, so expect to stop more than once. After the scale, follow the vehicle flow to the unloading area; the working area is mostly exposed dirt, gravel drives and large piles or cells where material is placed and covered. The site is no-frills-heavy truck traffic and dust are common in dry weather. California rules often mean organics or recyclables must be separated, so be prepared to separate green waste or other recyclables if the facility requires it.