Waste Management - Estes Park Transfer Station

Small-town transfer station used by locals who need to get rid of household junk and yard debris without driving to a distant landfill. Locals, rental contractors, and seasonal visitors bring compact loads here for consolidation and onward hauling. The site sits just off Elm Road in Estes Park and feels like a working municipal lot rather than a polished recycling center.

Pull up to an entrance booth where vehicles line up; there’s usually a short lane for waiting cars and trucks. A scale and large collection bays or compactors are visible from the drive-in, and commercial trucks come and go with big trailers. Expect gravel or paved driving surfaces, clear piles or containers for different types of material, and the occasional backup on busy weekends or during spring cleanup.