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About This Location

The Bozeman Convenience Site at Story Mill Road is a Gallatin County Solid Waste Management District facility offering free recycling of cardboard, mixed paper, plastic bottles, and cans alongside low-cost disposal for household trash, scrap metal, and yard waste — open Tuesday through Saturday.

What this location Accepts

✓ Cardboard (free)
✓ Mixed paper (free)
✓ Plastic bottles #1 and #2 (free)
✓ Aluminum and steel cans (free)
✓ Household solid waste / trash ($27/ton, $10 min)
✓ Scrap metal ($27/ton, $10 min)
✓ Furniture ($48/ton, $10 min)
✓ Bulky items ($5 per item)
✓ Clean wood and yard waste / brush ($15/ton, $10 min)
✓ Household hazardous waste — HHW (free for Gallatin County residents, 8 AM–2:30 PM)
✓ Motor oil and antifreeze (free for Gallatin County residents)
✓ Compost/organic material ($15/ton, $10 min)

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What they do not accept

✕ Commercial loads (must use Logan Landfill)
✕ Refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners
✕ Concrete and construction debris (large loads)
✕ Railroad ties and telephone poles
✕ Deceased animals (except deer, elk, moose in Aug–Feb hunting season)

Fees

  • Household solid waste — $27/ton ($10 minimum)
  • Scrap metal — $27/ton ($10 minimum)
  • Furniture — $48/ton ($10 minimum)
  • Clean wood and brush — $27/ton ($10 minimum)
  • Compost / yard waste — $15/ton ($10 minimum)
  • Bulky oversized items — $5.00 per item
  • Recycling (cardboard, paper, cans, #1/#2 plastic bottles) — Free
  • Household hazardous waste (Gallatin County residents) — Free

Programs & events

  • Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) drop-off — Free HHW drop-off for Gallatin County residents Tuesday–Saturday 8:00 AM–2:30 PM (not accepted after 2:30 PM on operating days; not accepted on holidays)
  • Motor oil and antifreeze recycling — Free drop-off for Gallatin County residents
  • BCS Trailer rental — Convenience trailers available for resident use; see gallatinsolidwaste.org for details

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bozeman Convenience Site open to everyone, or only Gallatin County residents?

The site is designed for non-commercial Gallatin County District residents bringing small household quantities. Commercial loads of any size must use the Logan Landfill. Free HHW, motor oil, and antifreeze drop-off is specifically limited to Gallatin County residents — proof of residency may be required.

What can I drop off for free at the Bozeman Convenience Site?

Recycling is free: cardboard, mixed paper, #1 and #2 plastic bottles, and aluminum and steel cans are accepted at no charge. Household hazardous waste and motor oil/antifreeze are also free for Gallatin County residents during HHW hours (8 AM–2:30 PM, Tue–Sat).

Does the Bozeman Convenience Site accept refrigerators or freezers?

No. Refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners are explicitly not accepted at the Bozeman Convenience Site. For appliances containing refrigerants, contact the Gallatin County Solid Waste Management District at (406) 587-7890 for guidance on proper disposal options.

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Contact & Location

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2143 Story Mill Rd, Bozeman, MT 59715
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City / State
Bozeman, Montana

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Sunday Closed
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