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 Texas we list 6 yard waste drop-off locations across 6 cities, with the most in Abilene, Austin, Fort Worth, Orange and Point Blank. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Yard Waste Drop-Off Locations in Texas

D's Recycling And Composting

📍San Angelo · 4275 Pruitt Dr, San Angelo, TX 76903
📞+1 325-659-8573
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Abilene Brush Center

📍Abilene · 2149 Sandy St, Abilene, TX 79601
📞+1 325-677-2149
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Lake Travis Regional Re-Use & Recycling Center

📍Austin · 3207 Neidhardt Dr, Austin, TX 78734
📞+1 512-314-7514
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Best Scrap Yard Prices In Livingston

📍Point Blank · Best Scrap Yard Prices In Livingston, Texas - Eastex Recycling, 7351 US-190, Point Blank, TX 77364
📞+1 936-377-5152
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Orange Recycling - Scrap Yard In Texas

📍Orange · 4481 TX-62, Orange, TX 77632
📞+1 409-405-5050
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4 PM
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Fort Worth Recycling Center

📍Fort Worth · 2400 Brennan Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76106
🕐Today: 8 AM–6 PM
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Recycling Yard Waste in Texas: 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 — Texas

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

The most yard waste drop-offs are in Abilene (1), Austin (1), Fort Worth (1), Orange (1) and Point Blank (1). In total we list 6 locations across 6 Texas cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle yard waste in Texas?

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