Household, rechargeable, lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries all need special handling — they can start fires in trucks and landfills and contain recoverable metals.

In Minnesota we list 22 batteries drop-off locations across 22 cities, with the most in Albany, Blaine, Brooklyn Park, Chaska and Columbia Heights. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Batteries Drop-Off Locations in Minnesota

Walker/Hackensack Transfer Site

📍Hackensack · 4524 44th St NW, Hackensack, MN 56452
📞+1 218-675-6807
🕐Today: 12–5 PM
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White Earth Transfer Station

📍Waubun · 3282 US-59, Waubun, MN 56589
📞+1 218-473-3222
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Emr Willmar (Northern Metal Recycling)

📍Willmar · 3850 County Rd 5 W, Willmar, MN 56201
📞+1 320-235-6789
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Emr Northern Metal Recycling Glenwood

📍Glenwood · 900 18th Ave NE, Glenwood, MN 56334
📞+1 320-634-3035
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
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North Mankato Recycling Center

📍North Mankato · 600 Webster Ave, North Mankato, MN 56003
📞+1 507-625-1199
🕐Today: 9:30 AM–4:30 PM
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Walters Recycling And Refuse Public Drop Off Site

📍Blaine · 10191 Xylite St NE, Blaine, MN 55449
📞+1 763-780-8464
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Src

📍Wyoming · Src, Inc. Waste And Recycle, 6320 E Viking Blvd, Wyoming, MN 55092
📞+1 651-462-1099
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Emr Green Isle (Northern Metal Recycling)

📍Green Isle · 425 5th St, Green Isle, MN 55338
📞+1 507-326-5913
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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L&D Recycling Inc.

📍West Concord · 55976 MN-56, West Concord, MN 55985
📞+1 507-527-2408
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Blue Earth County Recycling Center

📍Mankato · 725 Waseca Ave, Mankato, MN 56001
📞+1 507-304-4251
🕐Today: 9 AM–5 PM
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Columbia Heights Recycling

📍Columbia Heights · 3801 Madison St NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
📞+1 763-706-3700
🕐Today: Closed
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Cleanlites Recycling | Minnesota

📍Lakeville · 7650 215th St W, Lakeville, MN 55044
📞+1 952-469-1060
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Coon Rapids Recycling Center

📍Coon Rapids · 1827 111th Ave NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433
📞+1 763-767-6485
🕐Today: 9 AM–3 PM
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Maximum Recycling

📍Rogers · 21025 S Diamond Lake Rd, Rogers, MN 55374
📞+1 763-425-7800
🕐Today: 8 AM–3:30 PM
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Hennepin County Recycling And Transfer Station

📍Brooklyn Park · 8100 Jefferson Hwy, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
📞+1 612-348-3777
🕐Today: 9 AM–5 PM
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Washington County South Environmental Center

📍Woodbury · 4039 Cottage Grove Drive, Woodbury, MN 55129
📞+1 651-275-7475
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Carver County Environmental Center

📍Chaska · 116 Peavey Cir, Chaska, MN 55318
📞+1 952-361-1835
🕐Today: 10 AM–5 PM
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Northstar Recycling Inc.

📍Hugo · 15717 Forest Blvd N, Hugo, MN 55038
📞+1 651-407-0092
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:15 PM
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Dakota County Recycling Zone

📍Eagan · 3365 Dodd Rd, Eagan, MN 55121
📞+1 952-891-7800
🕐Today: 12–8 PM
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Albany Recycling Center

📍Albany · 34737 Co Rd 10, Albany, MN 56307
📞+1 320-845-2747
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Slagle Demolition Landfill & Roll-Off

📍Longville · 3246 County Rd 7 NE, Longville, MN 56655
📞+1 218-363-2246
🕐Today: 9 AM–3 PM
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Ken's Iron Salvage & Recycling

📍Sauk Centre · 11194 225th Ave, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
📞+1 320-352-6878
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Recycling Batteries in Minnesota: What to Know

🔋 Single-use (alkaline)
Common AA/AAA/9V. Some areas accept in regular trash, but recycling is preferred.
⚡ Rechargeable & lithium-ion
Phone, laptop and power-tool batteries. Tape the terminals and never bin them loose.
🚗 Lead-acid (car)
Vehicle batteries are widely bought back by auto and scrap yards for their lead.

How to Prepare Batteries

  • Tape the terminals of lithium and 9V batteries to prevent sparks.
  • Never put lithium-ion batteries in curbside recycling — they cause fires.
  • Bag batteries separately and keep them out of the rain.
  • Bring lead-acid car batteries to an auto parts store or scrap yard — many pay a core fee.

Batteries Recycling FAQ — Minnesota

Which Minnesota cities have the most batteries drop-off locations?

The most batteries drop-offs are in Albany (1), Blaine (1), Brooklyn Park (1), Chaska (1) and Columbia Heights (1). In total we list 22 locations across 22 Minnesota cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle batteries in Minnesota?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Minnesota directory. Many hardware stores and electronics retailers also host battery drop-off boxes. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off batteries?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put batteries in my curbside bin?

Usually no — batteries typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all battery recycling locations by city, the full Minnesota recycling directory, or batteries recycling in Texas, Georgia, Indiana, New Jersey, Pennsylvania.