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About This Location

The North Pine Transfer & Recycling Station at 85174 Highway 61 in Willow River is a Pine County drop-off for county residents only - no commercial haulers or business drop-offs. Pine County residents are eligible for a 50% subsidy on disposal of tires, appliances, mattresses and electronics. A seasonal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection runs from mid-May through late September. The facility is operated by Pine County Environmental Services.

What North Pine Transfer & Recycling Station Accepts

✓ Tires (Pine County residents eligible for 50% disposal subsidy)
✓ Appliances (Pine County residents eligible for 50% disposal subsidy)
✓ Mattresses (Pine County residents eligible for 50% disposal subsidy)
✓ Electronics (Pine County residents eligible for 50% disposal subsidy)
✓ Household hazardous waste (seasonal) (Collected mid-May through late September, Tuesday 10 AM-4 PM and Saturday 9 AM-3 PM)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Tires · Appliances · Household Hazardous Waste · Mattresses

What they do not accept

This service is for residents only - no commercial haulers or business drop-offs are accepted.

Fees

  • Tires, appliances, mattresses, electronics — Pine County residents receive a 50% subsidy on disposal cost

Access & restrictions

residents-only · Walk-in (no appointment) · For Pine County residents only; no commercial haulers or business drop-offs. HHW collection is seasonal (mid-May through late September).

Programs & events

  • Resident disposal subsidy
  • Seasonal household hazardous waste collection

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can use the North Pine Transfer & Recycling Station?

It is for Pine County residents only. Commercial haulers and business drop-offs are not accepted.

Does Pine County help with disposal costs?

Yes. Pine County residents are eligible for a 50% subsidy on the disposal cost of tires, appliances, mattresses and electronics at the North Pine station.

When can I drop off household hazardous waste?

Seasonal HHW collection runs from mid-May through late September, on Tuesdays 10 AM-4 PM and Saturdays 9 AM-3 PM. Check the county's HHW brochure for accepted items.

What are the North Pine Recycling Center hours?

Tuesday and Thursday 10 AM to 4 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 3 PM; closed the rest of the week.

Can I drop off tree branches or a Christmas tree here?

Yard waste and tree branches are not listed among the accepted items at this station; the published list covers items like tires, appliances, mattresses, electronics and HHW. Contact Pine County Environmental Services at 320-216-4220 for yard-waste options.

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

Contact & Location

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85174 Hwy 61, Willow River, MN 55795
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City / State
Willow River, Minnesota

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10 AM-4 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 10 AM-4 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 AM-3 PM
Sunday Closed