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 Maine we list 10 yard waste drop-off locations across 10 cities, with the most in Corinth, Ellsworth, Exeter Rd Exeter, Falmouth and Fryeburg. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Yard Waste Drop-Off Locations in Maine

Agri-Cycle Energy - Exeter Terminal / Maintenance Shop

📍Exeter Rd Exeter · 1935 Exeter Rd, Exeter, ME 04435
📞+1 207-881-5948
🕐Today: 7 AM–4 PM
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Readfield Transfer Station

📍Readfield · 14 Recycle Rd, Readfield, ME 04355
📞+1 207-685-3144
🕐Today: Closed
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Monmouth Transfer Station

📍Monmouth · 126 ME-135, Monmouth, ME 04259
📞+1 207-933-4236
🕐Today: Closed
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Rockland Transfer Station

📍Rockland · 400 Limerock St, Rockland, ME 04841
📞+1 207-594-5414
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Recycling Center

📍Harpswell · 21 Community Dr, Harpswell, ME 04079
📞+1 207-833-6472
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:15 PM
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Ellsworth Recycling Center

📍Ellsworth · 11 Industrial Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605
📞+1 207-667-1181
🕐Today: 8 AM–12 PM
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Windham Public Works

📍Windham · 185 Windham Center Rd, Windham, ME 04062
📞+1 207-892-1909
🕐Today: 6 AM–4 PM
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Central Penobscot Solid Waste

📍Corinth · 117 Main St, Corinth, ME 04427
📞+1 207-285-7630
🕐Today: Closed
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Fryeburg Recycling

📍Fryeburg · ME-5, Fryeburg, ME 04037
📞+1 207-935-2660
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Transfer Station

📍Falmouth · 41-123 Woods Rd, Falmouth, ME 04105
🕐Today: 12–4 PM
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Recycling Yard Waste in Maine: 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 — Maine

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

The most yard waste drop-offs are in Corinth (1), Ellsworth (1), Exeter Rd Exeter (1), Falmouth (1) and Fryeburg (1). In total we list 10 locations across 10 Maine cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle yard waste in Maine?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Maine 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 Maine recycling directory, or yard waste recycling in New Jersey, North Carolina, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina.