Mattresses are bulky and hard to landfill, but up to 90% of a mattress (steel, foam, wood, fiber) can be recycled. Some states (CA, CT, RI, OR) run free recycling programs; elsewhere expect a drop-off fee.

In New Hampshire we list 11 mattresses drop-off locations across 11 cities, with the most in Canterbury, Center Conway, Hollis, Hudson and Newton. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Mattresses Drop-Off Locations in New Hampshire

Canterbury Solid Waste Facilty

📍Canterbury · 83 Baptist Rd, Canterbury, NH 03224
📞+1 603-783-9980
🕐Today: 8 AM–5:45 PM
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Northwood Transfer Station

📍Northwood · 1 Town Works WayTown Works Wy, Northwood, NH 03261
📞+1 603-942-9105
🕐Today: Closed
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Conway Transfer Station

📍Center Conway · 755 E Conway Rd, Center Conway, NH 03813
📞+1 603-356-2272
🕐Today: 7 AM–5 PM
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Rocky Pond Transfer Station

📍Hollis · 10 Rocky Pond Rd, Hollis, NH 03049
📞+1 603-465-3299
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Recycling Center

📍Walpole · 207 Whitcomb Rd, Walpole, NH 03608
📞+1 603-445-5197
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Nottingham Recycling Center

📍Nottingham · 11 Freeman Hall Rd, Nottingham, NH 03290
📞+1 603-942-5171
🕐Today: 9 AM–4:45 PM
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Seabrook Transfer Station

📍Seabrook · 70 Rocks Rd, Seabrook, NH 03874
📞+1 603-474-9765
🕐Today: 8–11 AM
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Portsmouth Recycling Center

📍Portsmouth · 680 Peverly Hill Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801
📞+1 603-427-1530
🕐Today: 8 AM–2 PM
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Hudson Transfer Station

📍Hudson · 11 Old Landfill Rd, Hudson, NH 03051
🕐Today: 8 AM–12 PM
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Strafford Recycling Center

📍Strafford · Strafford Recycling Center, Strafford, NH 03884
🕐Today: 9 AM–1 PM
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Newton Recycling Center

📍Newton · Dugway Rd Land, 4 Dugway Rd, Newton, NH 03858
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:45 PM
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Recycling Mattresses in New Hampshire: What to Know

🛏️ Innerspring mattresses
The steel coils are valuable and easy to recover.
🪑 Foam & box springs
Foam becomes carpet padding; box-spring wood and metal are separated.

How to Prepare Mattresses

  • Keep mattresses dry and free of bed bugs — wet or infested units are often refused.
  • Check whether your state runs a free Bye Bye Mattress program.
  • Expect a per-item fee outside the free-program states.

Mattresses Recycling FAQ — New Hampshire

Which New Hampshire cities have the most mattresses drop-off locations?

The most mattresses drop-offs are in Canterbury (1), Center Conway (1), Hollis (1), Hudson (1) and Newton (1). In total we list 11 locations across 11 New Hampshire cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle mattresses in New Hampshire?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full New Hampshire directory. Transfer stations and dedicated mattress recyclers are the usual options. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off mattresses?

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 mattresses in my curbside bin?

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

See all mattress recycling locations by city, the full New Hampshire recycling directory, or mattresses recycling in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont, Minnesota, North Carolina.