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A simple transfer station off Kapaa Quarry Rd where island residents drop off household trash and bulky stuff to be compacted and hauled off the island. Locals use it when hauling from the house feels easier than a long drive to the landfill on another part of the island.
The site looks like a working yard more than a park - think concrete bays, compactors and big roll-off trucks coming and going. There’s usually an entrance booth and a single drive lane where vehicles line up to be checked and directed; expect to pull up, wait your turn, then back into a bay to dump. Most people separate things ahead of time to speed the process, and weekends get noticeably busier with lines stretching back toward the road. Because materials are compacted and shipped, costs reflect island shipping and handling, so plan accordingly.
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Before You Go
- Go early on a weekday if possible - shorter lines and less truck traffic make unloading faster.
- Bring tarps and straps for loose loads; items that are already sorted and easy to unload save a lot of time.
- Drive slowly through the yard, follow attendants’ directions, and keep bystanders and kids well away from drop zones.
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