Recycling Centers in Maple Grove, MN
Find drop-off recycling locations in Maple Grove, Minnesota. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Maple Grove, Minnesota can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.
Recycling in Maple Grove: A Local Guide
Maple Grove, in Hennepin County northwest of Minneapolis, offers three distinct recycling facilities — a full-service scrap metal buyer, a seasonal yard-waste and clean-fill site, and a commercial waste transfer station — covering metals, organic materials, and bulky waste.
For scrap metal, EMR Northern Metal Recycling at 9025 Zachary Lane N pays by weight for ferrous and non-ferrous metals, junk vehicles, catalytic converters, auto batteries, and small electronics. Hours are Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:15 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM–11:45 AM. Bring a government-issued photo ID — it is required before payment. Payment is by check or ATM at current market rates. EMR will also collect junk vehicles; call their vehicle pickup line at (651) 641-0977. Note that large appliances containing refrigerants (fridges, freezers) are not accepted at this yard.
From April 1 through November 30, the Maple Grove Yard Waste Drop-Off Site at 10300 Maple Grove Pkwy N accepts leaves, grass, brush, garden waste, and clean fill including sod, dirt, sand, and aggregate under two inches. Drop-off is free for residents of Maple Grove and seven partner cities (Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Crystal, Dayton, New Hope, and Rogers) with valid photo ID; all other residents and commercial customers pay a fee. Stumps and mixed loads are not accepted. The site is closed on Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving; seasonal hours are Mon–Sat 8:00 AM–7:00 PM and Sun 11:00 AM–7:00 PM.
The WM Maple Grove Transfer Station at 10633 89th Ave N is a Waste Management facility for municipal solid waste, construction and demolition debris, bulky items, tires, and CRT televisions. It operates Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:00 PM and is closed on weekends; commercial accounts have earlier access from 6:30 AM. Tipping fees apply — call (763) 425-3736 for current rates before arriving. For more Minnesota options, see the Minnesota recycling directory and nearby cities Blaine, Burnsville, Duluth, and Inver Grove Heights.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Maple Grove
Where can I drop off scrap metal or a junk car in Maple Grove, MN?
EMR Northern Metal Recycling at 9025 Zachary Lane N buys ferrous and non-ferrous scrap, junk vehicles, catalytic converters, and auto batteries Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:15 PM, Sat 8 AM–11:45 AM. Bring a government-issued photo ID. For vehicle pickup, call (651) 641-0977.
Is the Maple Grove Yard Waste Drop-Off Site free for all residents?
Free drop-off is available for residents of Maple Grove plus seven partner cities (Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Crystal, Dayton, New Hope, and Rogers). Bring a valid photo ID. Residents of other cities pay a fee, and brush or logs over 10 inches in diameter are charged a fee regardless of residency. The site is open April 1–November 30.
Does the WM Maple Grove Transfer Station accept walk-in drop-offs from residents?
Yes, residential drop-off is available at the WM Transfer Station at 10633 89th Ave N for a tipping fee. Hours are Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (no weekend hours). Call (763) 425-3736 to confirm current rates and accepted materials before arriving.
Can I drop off a refrigerator or freezer at EMR in Maple Grove?
No. EMR Northern Metal Recycling does not accept large domestic appliances containing CFCs such as refrigerators, freezers, or air conditioners. For bulky appliances, try the WM Transfer Station (tipping fee applies) or arrange pickup through a certified appliance recycler.