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 New Mexico we list 7 yard waste drop-off locations across 4 cities, with the most in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Santa Fe and Truth Or Consequences. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Yard Waste Drop-Off Locations in New Mexico

Gro-Well Brands Western Organics

📍Albuquerque · 9000 Bates Rd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87105
📞+1 505-877-8672
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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City Of Las Cruces Yard Waste & Green Waste

📍Las Cruces · 555 Sonoma Ranch Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88011
📞+1 575-528-3500
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Southwest Landfill

📍Albuquerque · 6201 Escarpment Rd, Albuquerque, NM 87121
📞+1 505-242-2020
🕐Today: 6:30 AM–3:30 PM
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Buckman Road Recycling & Transfer Station

📍Santa Fe · 2600 Buckman Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
📞+1 505-424-1850
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:45 PM
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Montessa Park Convenience Center

📍Albuquerque · 3512 Los Picaros Rd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87105
📞+1 505-873-6607
🕐Today: Closed
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Eagle Rock Convenience Center

📍Albuquerque · 6301 Eagle Rock Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
📞+1 505-857-8318
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Waste Collection & Recycling Dropoff Yard

📍Truth Or Consequences · Waste Collection & Recycling Dropoff Yard, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901
📞+1 575-894-6939
🕐Today: 8 AM–3 PM
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Recycling Yard Waste in New Mexico: 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 — New Mexico

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

The most yard waste drop-offs are in Albuquerque (4), Las Cruces (1), Santa Fe (1) and Truth Or Consequences (1). In total we list 7 locations across 4 New Mexico cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle yard waste in New Mexico?

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