City Services

Renton Recycling and Transfer Station Opening Delayed Sunday

Renton, WA— The Renton Recycling & Transfer Station and several other King County solid waste facilities will open three hours late on Sunday, March 22, due to a countywide operations staff meeting. The Renton Transfer Station (3021 NE 4th St) will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. instead of its usual hours.

Three closest stations to Renton — all delayed to 11:30 a.m.

  • Renton Recycling & Transfer Station — 3021 NE 4th St, Renton | 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Bow Lake Recycling & Transfer Station — 18800 Orillia Rd S, Tukwila | 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Factoria Recycling & Transfer Station — 13800 SE 32nd St, Bellevue | 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

All King County facilities — Sunday, March 22 hours

  • Algona Transfer Station: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Bow Lake Recycling and Transfer Station: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Cedar Falls Drop Box: 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Enumclaw Recycling and Transfer Station: 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Factoria Recycling and Transfer Station: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Houghton Recycling and Transfer Station: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Renton Recycling and Transfer Station: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Shoreline Recycling and Transfer Station: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Skykomish Drop Box (summer hours): 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (no change)
  • Vashon Recycling and Transfer Station: 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Cedar Hills Regional Landfill (closed to general public): 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

What can you drop off?

King County facilities accept garbage, recycling, and other types of waste for a disposal fee. Before you go, make sure your load is properly secured. The King County Solid Waste Division’s website has a full list of accepted materials and a helpful tool called What do I do with…? for alternatives like donation and recycling options.

Bonus tip for Renton residents: The city’s Clean Sweep program is back for 2026. Single-family residential customers can schedule one free collection of up to two bulky items and 10 bags of garbage — at no extra charge — between March 1 and December 31. Republic Services handles the pickup. Contact the city to schedule yours. See the brochure for details.