• Detailed Driving Directions

  • From 101, take the Los Carneros exit and head south.
  • Stay on Mesa Road drive past the stop sign.
  • Continue until the 2nd driveway on your right past the stop sign, where you will see a sign, “Community Hazardous Waste Collection Center.”
  • Enter the driveway, go past the gate, and follow the traffic cones to the area where your hazardous waste will be unloaded.

Accepts a variety of hazardous waste from South Coast communities such as antifreeze, batteries, motor oil, oil filters, cleaners, paint (including oil-based paint), solvents, and medications. Controlled substances are not accepted. Kitchen grease from households is also accepted. As much residue as possible should be removed.

Days and Hours of Operation

Closed during rain and major holidays.

Households may dispose of hazardous waste on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and on Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Businesses and all non-households (including churches and nonprofit organizations) may use the collection center on Fridays between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. by appointment only.

Business Fees

There are fees for all non-residential use of the center. For details visit Community Hazardous Waste Collection page on the County of Santa Barbara's Website.