Yard Waste & Compost Drop-Off in Gainesville, FL

2 locations from 7 recycling listings in Gainesville.

Drop-off sites for leaves, grass, brush, and branches, many of which sell mulch or compost back. Hours, fees, and accepted items change, so call or check the listing before you load up.

Yard Waste & Compost Drop-Off in Gainesville

Alachua County Rural Collection Center - North Central

10714 N State Rd 121 Gainesville FL 32653 USA

(352) 338-3233

Mon-Tue 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wed-Thu Closed · Fri-Sat 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Sun Closed

4.2 (34 reviews)

Alachua County Rural Collection Center - North Central is located at 10714 North State Road 121 in Gainesville and serves Alachua County residents with free residential drop-offs. Open Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, it handles recycling (cardboard, paper, commingled containers), bagged garbage, yard waste, bulk metals, and household hazardous waste such as electronics and waste oil. Each visit is capped at one level truck bed per day; commercial waste must go to Leveda Brown Environmental Park.

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Alachua County Solid Waste & Resource Recovery Administration

5620 NW 120th Ln Gainesville FL 32653 USA

(352) 374-5213

Mon-Thu 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Fri-Sun Closed

2.6 (12 reviews)

Alachua County Solid Waste & Resource Recovery runs the county's residential garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection for designated service areas around Gainesville. Curbside recycling is included at no extra cost for trash customers and accepts rinsed plastic and glass containers, aluminum and metal cans, flattened cardboard, and paper. The department also offers free curbside bulk-item pickup, a Pay-As-You-Throw cart program, five Rural Collection Centers, and an environmental park and transfer station. Residents outside curbside areas can use the Rural Collection Centers or subscribe through GFL Environmental.

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Yard Waste & Compost Drop-Off in Gainesville: FAQ

What can I bring to a yard waste site in Gainesville, FL?

Most take leaves, grass clippings, brush, and branches below a size limit. Bags, rocks, dirt, and treated or painted wood are usually refused.

Is yard waste drop-off free?

Many municipal sites are free for residents, while private sites charge by the load. Check the listing for fees and residency rules.

Can I get free mulch or compost?

Some sites give away or sell mulch and compost made from what residents drop off. Bring your own containers.

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