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 Ohio we list 5 yard waste drop-off locations across 3 cities, with the most in Columbus, Mansfield and Urbana. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Yard Waste Drop-Off Locations in Ohio

Gozero Food Waste Compost Drop-Off Station @ The Crest Gastropub

📍Columbus · 2855 Indianola Ave, Columbus, OH 43202
📞+1 844-467-0874
🕐Today: 6 AM–11:30 PM
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City Of Urbana Compost Facility

📍Urbana · 1261 Muzzy Rd, Urbana, OH 43078
📞+1 937-652-5116
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Richland County Composting Facility

📍Mansfield · 441 Cairns Rd, Mansfield, OH 44903
📞+1 419-774-5861
🕐Today: 12:30–4 PM
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A-Z Recycling Inc. Scrap Yard In Columbus

📍Columbus · Oh, 1465 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH 43219
📞+1 614-298-8587
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Innovative Organics Recycling

📍Columbus · 2121 Integrity Dr S, Columbus, OH 43209
📞+1 614-578-1459
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Recycling Yard Waste in Ohio: 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 — Ohio

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

The most yard waste drop-offs are in Columbus (3), Mansfield (1) and Urbana (1). In total we list 5 locations across 3 Ohio cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle yard waste in Ohio?

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