Cardboard and paper are among the most valuable and recyclable materials. Keep them clean and dry; grease-soaked boxes and wet paper are contaminants.

In Idaho we list 8 cardboard & paper drop-off locations across 8 cities, with the most in Boise, Idaho Falls, Ketchum, Kooskia and Moscow. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Cardboard & Paper Drop-Off Locations in Idaho

Madison County Transfer Station

📍Rexburg · Madison County Transfer Station, Rexburg, ID 83440
📞+1 208-356-3102
🕐Today: 7 AM–5 PM
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Inland North Waste

📍Moscow · 3299 Hwy 8, Moscow, ID 83843
📞+1 208-882-5724
🕐Today: 8 AM–5:30 PM
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Clear Creek Disposal

📍Ketchum · 12509 ID-75, Ketchum, ID 83340
📞+1 208-726-9600
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Pacific Recycling Shredder

📍Boise · 19100 NW Waste Site Dr, Boise, ID 83716
📞+1 208-985-7815
🕐Today: 7 AM–3 PM
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Kootenai County Solid Waste - Prairie Transfer Station

📍Post Falls · 15580 W Prairie Ave, Post Falls, ID 83854
📞+1 208-446-1430
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:55 PM
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Idaho County Recycling- Kooskia

📍Kooskia · 40 Thenon St, Kooskia, ID 83539
📞+1 208-926-7231
🕐Today: 7 AM–3 PM
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Western Recycling Of Idaho Falls

📍Idaho Falls · 1020 Denver St, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
📞+1 208-529-9908
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Western Recycling

📍Pocatello · 3034 Garrett Way, Pocatello, ID 83201
📞+1 208-234-2092
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Recycling Cardboard & Paper in Idaho: What to Know

📦 Corrugated cardboard
Flatten boxes to save space; remove excessive tape and labels.
📄 Mixed paper
Office paper, newspaper, magazines and mail. Shredded paper may need bagging.

How to Prepare Cardboard & Paper

  • Flatten and break down boxes.
  • Keep paper and cardboard dry — wet fiber is a contaminant.
  • Remove food-soaked sections (like greasy pizza-box bottoms).

Cardboard & Paper Recycling FAQ — Idaho

Which Idaho cities have the most cardboard & paper drop-off locations?

The most cardboard & paper drop-offs are in Boise (1), Idaho Falls (1), Ketchum (1), Kooskia (1) and Moscow (1). In total we list 8 locations across 8 Idaho cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle cardboard and paper in Idaho?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Idaho directory. Most curbside programs take clean cardboard and paper; drop-off sites handle large volumes and shredding. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off cardboard and paper?

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 cardboard and paper in my curbside bin?

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

See all cardboard & paper recycling locations by city, the full Idaho recycling directory, or cardboard & paper recycling in Texas, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Georgia.