Camano Island Transfer Station

Small transfer station on Camano Island used mostly by local residents dropping off household trash, recyclables and yard debris. The place compacts loads and trucks them out rather than being a full landfill, so it’s handy if not willing to drive far off-island. Regular people and weekend DIYers both use it.

A single entrance with a small gate or booth where vehicles slow down before driving in; there’s typically a scale area where trucks pause to be weighed. Pull up to the booth and then follow the flow of traffic to separate areas - recyclables and yard waste are usually separated from general trash. The site looks industrial: concrete pads, large bins and compacting equipment behind fenced sections, not a tidy recycling center with displays. Lines can form on busy weekends, so expect a short wait during peak times.