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About This Location

The Kansas City, Kansas Recycling and Yard Waste Center at 3241 Park Drive offers free recycling and yard waste drop-off for Wyandotte County residents, open Thursdays through Saturdays from March through December.

What this location Accepts

✓ Clear, brown, and colored glass bottles and jars
✓ Wax candle jars (glass)
✓ Mixed office paper
✓ Cardboard
✓ Food and beverage containers (cans, bottles, jars, jugs, cups, tubs)
✓ Grass clippings
✓ Garden trimmings
✓ Leaves
✓ Branches up to 4 feet long
✓ Tree stumps (not exceeding 12 inches diameter)
✓ Plastic wrap, grocery bags, and flexible film plastics (collected inside office)

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Non-Wyandotte County residents (residency proof required)
✕ Electronics or e-waste
✕ Hazardous household waste
✕ Tires
✕ Branches over 4 feet long
✕ Tree stumps over 12 inches in diameter

Fees

  • Free for Wyandotte County residents

Access & restrictions

ID or proof of residency required

Programs & events

  • Free mulch program: April 10–October 25, Thursday–Saturday (finished compost from yard waste available for pickup)

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the KCK Recycling and Yard Waste Center if I live in Missouri?

No. The center is restricted to Wyandotte County, Kansas residents. Proof of residency is required — a valid driver's license or utility bill with your Wyandotte County address will work.

Is the KCK Recycling Center open in winter?

Yes, but on a reduced schedule. From January through mid-March, the center is open Saturdays only from 10 AM to 3 PM. Full Thursday–Saturday hours resume around March 20 and run through December 20.

Does the KCK Recycling Center accept plastic bags?

Yes, but plastic bags and flexible film plastics are collected inside the office, not at the outdoor drop-off bins. Bring clean, dry grocery bags, plastic wrap, and similar flexible plastics inside.

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Contact & Location

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Kansas City, Kansas Recycling & Yard Waste Center, 3241 Park Dr, Kansas City, KS 66102
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Kansas City, Kansas

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 10:00 AM–3:00 PM (March 20–December 20 only)
Friday 10:00 AM–3:00 PM (March 20–December 20 only)
Saturday 10:00 AM–3:00 PM (year-round, weather permitting)
Sunday Closed
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