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Landfill
Ryegrass Landfill
Ryegrass Landfill, 25900 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg, 98926, Washington
Ryegrass Landfill sits off Vantage Highway just outside Ellensburg and is the large, working landfill most locals use for things that don’t go in curbside bins. Regular homeowners and commercial haulers both turn up here, so expect everything from pickups to big roll-off trucks.
There’s an entrance booth and a scale, so vehicles stop before heading in and are weighed for tipping fees - the site charges for disposal and commercial loads are handled differently than residential drops. The working area is open and wide, with big dirt cells and piles that change as the site fills; look for separate spots for recycling and yard debris rather than tossing everything together. Truck traffic is common, surfaces can be uneven, and lines build up on weekends and during spring-cleanup season, so plan for a little wait.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Sort yard waste and recyclables before you come - Washington facilities often require separation and having things ready saves time at the drop-off.
- Secure loads with tarps and straps so debris doesn’t blow out while driving or make unloading slower; loose material creates extra hassle.
- Allow extra time and keep space for large vehicles; tipping fees apply (commercial loads are billed differently than residential), so factor that into any hauling plans.
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