Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles)
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Varies by neighborhood zone (collected weekly on your service day)
Yard Waste
Varies by neighborhood zone (collected weekly on your service day)
Set Out Time
6:00 AM
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste, recycling, and organics collection in Paso Robles is managed and billed directly by Paso Robles Waste & Recycle.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (ACH / Credit Card), Mail, Phone, In-Person
Gray/Black (Landfill) Bin (Trash)
Lids must be completely flat and closed to prevent local wind-blown litter and deter pests. Additional boxes or bags placed around or on top of your container will incur extra charges.
Accepted Items
- ✓Single-use plastic bags and film wraps
- ✓Styrofoam packing blocks, cups, and food trays
- ✓Disposable diapers, wipes, and sanitary products
- ✓Mylar snack wrappers, chip bags, and candy packaging
- ✓Broken home ceramics, clay pots, and window glass
- ✓Bagged pet waste and kitty litter
Blue (Commingled Recyclables) Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables; place items loosely directly into the blue cart. All containers must be completely rinsed, empty, and dry before disposal.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean, flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Office paper, junk mail, catalogs, and newspapers
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (emptied and rinsed)
- ✓Aluminum beverage cans and clean foil baking trays
- ✓Steel, tin, and bi-metal food cans
- ✓Rigid plastic bottles, jugs, tubs, and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags or trash liners
- ✕Styrofoam packaging
- ✕Garden hoses, extension cords, or ropes
- ✕Greasy pizza boxes or food-soiled cardboard
- ✕Electronic waste or alkaline batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Keep organic materials completely loose; do not use plastic bags of any kind. Do not include dirt, rocks, concrete, animal feces, or tough landscape items like palm fronds, cactus, and bamboo.
Accepted Items
- ✓Kitchen food scraps (raw/cooked meat, bones, dairy, fruits, vegetables)
- ✓Grass clippings, tree leaves, weeds, and garden flowers
- ✓Brush prunings and small tree branches (under 4 ft long and 6 in wide)
- ✓Unpainted and untreated wood scraps
- ✓Greasy pizza boxes, paper towels, and food-soiled napkins
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
One free scheduled bulky item cleanup day every 12-month period
Placement
Items must be set at your curbside by 6:00 AM on your scheduled reserved date. Keep the bulk pile far enough away from your standard automated bins so they don't block collection arms.
Accepted
- ✓ Large home appliances (stoves, washers, dryers, water heaters)
- ✓ Oversized furniture (sofas, tables, stuffed chairs, mattresses)
- ✓ Televisions, computer monitors, and general electronic waste
- ✓ Passenger car tires (limit of 2 per pickup)
- ✓ Extra bags, boxes, or yard waste bundles (under 60 lbs each)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Any individual item exceeding 120 lbs in weight
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (liquid paints, automotive chemicals, gasoline)
- ✕ Construction and home remodeling debris (concrete, drywall)
- ✕ Lawnmowers containing fuel or motor oil
The annual 7-item curbside pickup is completely free. For extra bulky item removals outside of your free pickup, call Paso Robles Waste & Recycle for an added service estimate.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled curbside collection day falls on or after one of these four observed weekday holidays, your garbage, recycling, and organics services will be delayed by exactly one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
All organic waste and recycling collections align perfectly with the holiday delayed trash schedule.
Collections proceed entirely as scheduled on normal weekdays for all other federal and state holidays, including Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Veterans Day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn Oak Leaf Collection
October - JanuaryPaso Robles' majestic native oak trees produce heavy leaf fall in late autumn. Sweep leaves directly into your green organics cart, and avoid blowing or piling them into public street gutters, which blocks storm sewer drainage.
Post-Holiday Christmas Tree Composting
JanuaryNatural, undecorated Christmas trees are composted curbside in January. Residents must strip all tinsel, stands, lights, and ornaments before placing the tree adjacent to their green bin on normal collection days.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turn Those Cans into Cash Right Here in Paso?
Did you know you can get paid for your bottles and cans in California? While Paso Robles doesn't have a dedicated buyback center within the immediate city limits, keep an eye out for recycling events or consider traveling a bit. Many centers across California accept CRV (California Redemption Value) items, so you might find one in a neighboring town. Check out the state's official CalRecycle website for a locator tool to find centers near you. It's a great way to make a little extra cash while doing good for the environment!
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Our Community
Before tossing items that still have some life left, think about donating! Paso Robles has some fantastic places to help. The St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store on Spring Street is always looking for donations. Also, Habitat for Humanity ReStores often accept furniture, appliances, and building materials – check their website for donation guidelines, as their inventory can vary. Giving items a second chance not only helps others but keeps them out of the landfill. You're practically a local hero by doing this!
Keeping Paso Robles Clean: What to Do About Junk
See something that shouldn't be there? If you spot illegal dumping in or around Paso Robles, the best course of action is to report it. The City of Paso Robles website usually has a section on reporting nuisances or code violations, which is where you'd typically report illegal dumping. They also sometimes hold community cleanup days, which are announced on local city channels. Keeping our streets and natural areas clean is a team effort, and reporting helps keep our town beautiful for everyone.
Drop-off Facilities
Paso Robles Landfill
9000 CA-46, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Materials Accepted
SA Recycling (Local Buy-Back and Metal Scrapyard)
2812 Concrete Court, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I schedule my free annual bulky item cleanup in Paso Robles?
You can schedule your free annual cleanup day at any point in the year by calling Paso Robles Waste & Recycle at 805-238-2381. Make sure to compile your list of up to 7 items beforehand, and place them curbside by 6:00 AM on your reserved day.
When and where can I dispose of household hazardous waste (HHW)?
San Luis Obispo County residents can drop off household hazardous waste, including paints, chemical solvents, pesticides, and pool fluids, for free at the Paso Robles Landfill. The HHW facility is open on Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM (weather permitting).
Does my weekly trash service schedule shift on standard holidays?
No, your collection occurs as scheduled on 51 weeks of the year, including Memorial Day and Labor Day. The only holidays that delay collection by exactly one day are New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
What happens if I place extra bags of garbage next to my standard trash container?
Service levels are based on a level container with a closed lid. If you have more trash than fits inside, you will be assessed a surcharge of $5.19 for each extra box or bag found around your container, and individual extra items must not exceed 50 lbs.