Grass, leaves, branches and brush are composted into mulch and soil rather than landfilled. Many cities offer seasonal curbside yard-waste pickup plus drop-off sites that sell finished compost back to residents.

In Idaho we list 4 yard waste drop-off locations across 4 cities, with the most in Kamiah, Kimberly, Lewiston and Post Falls. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Yard Waste Drop-Off Locations in Idaho

Clearwater Composting

📍Lewiston · 3965 Industrial Way, Lewiston, ID 83501
📞+1 208-413-6020
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Simmons Sanitation & Recycling

📍Kamiah · 3230 ID-162, Kamiah, ID 83536
📞+1 208-935-2617
🕐Today: 9 AM–4 PM
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Kootenai County Solid Waste - Prairie Transfer Station

📍Post Falls · 15580 W Prairie Ave, Post Falls, ID 83854
📞+1 208-446-1430
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:55 PM
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Deep Green Yard Service

📍Kimberly · 3554 N 3400 E, Kimberly, ID 83341
📞+1 208-731-9339
🕐Today: 9 AM–5 PM
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Recycling Yard Waste in Idaho: What to Know

🍂 Leaves & grass
Often collected curbside in paper bags or carts during the growing season.
🌳 Branches & brush
Dropped at compost sites; some chip it into mulch you can take home.

How to Prepare Yard Waste

  • Keep yard waste free of plastic bags, rocks and trash — contamination ruins compost.
  • Bundle or cut branches to the length the site specifies.
  • Many sites sell finished compost and mulch back to residents cheaply.

Yard Waste Recycling FAQ — Idaho

Which Idaho cities have the most yard waste drop-off locations?

The most yard waste drop-offs are in Kamiah (1), Kimberly (1), Lewiston (1) and Post Falls (1). In total we list 4 locations across 4 Idaho cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle yard waste in Idaho?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Idaho directory. City compost sites and transfer stations are the usual options; many also offer seasonal curbside pickup. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off yard waste?

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 yard waste in my curbside bin?

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

See all yard waste & compost locations by city, the full Idaho recycling directory, or yard waste recycling in New Jersey, North Carolina, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina.