2024 Christmas Tree Recycling Locations in Metro Denver: A Complete Guide
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Introduction:
The holiday season brings joy, twinkling lights, and cherished family memories. But when the festivities wind down, one question remains: What do you do with your Christmas tree? Proper disposal and recycling of your tree play a crucial role in reducing landfill waste, turning your tree into valuable mulch or compost instead.
Fortunately, Metro Denver offers several Christmas tree recycling options across its cities. In this guide, is a comprehensive list of drop-off locations, restrictions, and helpful details for each city. Plus, if you’re short on time or simply want a hassle-free solution, TrashMyTree offers an eco-friendly pickup service right from your doorstep. Learn More Here!
City-by-City Christmas Tree Recycling Locations in Metro Denver
Denver
IMPORTANT NOTE: Trees left curbside for large item pickup are no longer recycled by City of Denver as of December 2023! Ensure your tree is properly recycled by utilizing the dropoff locations below or TrashMyTree!
Drop-off Locations & Dates:
Cherry Creek Transfer Station – 7301 E. Jewell Ave. (Weekdays, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., through Jan. 31; Saturday, Jan. 11 & 18, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Havana Nursery – 10450 Smith Rd. (Weekdays, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., through Jan. 31; Saturday, Jan. 11 & 18, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Central Platte Campus – 1271 W. Bayaud Ave. (Weekdays, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., through Jan. 31; Saturday, Jan. 4, 11, & 18, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
Sloan’s Lake Park – W. Byron Pl. and Yates St. (Saturdays: Jan. 4, 11, 18; 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Fred Thomas Park – 2400 Quebec St. (Saturdays: Jan. 4, 11, 18; 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Evie Dennis School Campus – 4800 Telluride St. (Saturdays: Jan. 4, 11, 18; 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
John F. Kennedy High School – 2855 S. Lamar St. (Saturdays: Jan. 4, 11, 18; 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Bruce Randolph School - 3955 Steele St. (Saturdays: Jan. 11 & 18; 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Carson Elementary - 5420 E 1st Ave. (Saturdays: Jan. 11 & 18; 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Congress Park - E. 9th and Josephine St. (Saturdays: Jan. 11 & 18; 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
Restrictions: Remove all decorations, lights, and tree stands.
Special Note: Trees collected will be turned into mulch, available for free at Denver’s annual Mulch Giveaway event in early May.
Arvada
Drop-off Location: Stenger Sports Complex (SW corner of W. 58th Ave. & Oak St.)
Dates: Open through January 20, daily, 6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Aurora
Drop-off Locations & Dates: All locations Dec. 26 – Jan. 8
Del Mar Park – 312 Del Mar Circle (South parking lot)
Saddle Rock Golf Course – 21705 E. Arapahoe Rd.
Olympic Park – 15501 E. Yale Ave.
Special Note: Free mulch is available while supplies last.
Boulder
Drop-off Location: Materials Management Drop-off Center (2051 63rd St.)
Dates: Through January 31.
Restrictions: Trees longer than 6 feet must be cut in half (pickup only).
Special Note: Compost service customers can leave trees curbside. All other trees left next to trash carts will be picked up but not recycled.
Broomfield
Drop-off Locations & Dates: All locations open Dec. 19 – Jan. 15, daily
Bronco Park - 3100 Westlake Dr. (north of the backstop)
Broadlands Park West- 5101 Meadow Mountain Dr. (NW corner of parking lot)
Lac Amora Park - 2800 Miramonte Blvd. (north of the playground)
Community Park Ball Fields - 300 Spader Way (west of George Hall Field)
Broomfield Recycle Center - 225 Commerce St. (west of the recycle bins)
Meridian Park - 14013 McKay Park Cir. (north of the backstop)
Anthem Community Park - 15663 Sheridan Pkwy (east side of parking lot)
Tree Branch Recycling Facility - 2990 W. 124th Ave. (east of guard shack)
Castle Rock
Drop-off Locations & Dates: All locations open anytime from Dec. 26 - Jan. 31
Fairgrounds Regional Park – 500 Fairgrounds Dr.
Founders Park – 4671 Enderud Blvd.
Metzler Ranch Community Park – 4175 Trail Boss Dr.
Paintbrush Park – 3492 Meadows Blvd.
Centennial
Drop-off Locations & Dates: All locations open Dec. 26 – Jan. 12, daily during daylight hours
Lookout Park – 5455 S. Riviera Way
Piney Creek Hollow Park – 6140 S. Tower Rd.
Willow Springs Service Center – 7100 S. Holly St.
Special Note: Free mulch is available starting January 1 at Lookout Park and Piney Creek Hollow Park
Englewood
Drop-off Locations & Dates: All locations open sunup to sundown through Jan. 10
Cornerstone Park - 5150 S. Windermere Street
Willow Springs Service Center - 7100 S. Holly St.
Special Note: Limited to residents of South Suburban Parks & Recreation district.
Highlands Ranch
Drop-off Locations & Dates: All locations open anytime from Dec. 25 - Jan 16
Dad Clark Park - 3385 Asterbrook Cir.
Redstone Park - 3280 Redstone Park Cir.
Toepfer Park - 9480 Venneford Ranch Rd.
Highland Heritage Regional Park - 9651 Quebec St.
Special Note: Free mulch is available while supplies last at each location.
Lakewood
Drop-off Locations & Dates:
Lakewood’s Greenhouse - 9556 W. Yale Ave. (Dec. 26 - Jan. 5, 7:00am - 3:00pm)
Special Note: Follow signs to recycling area.
Littleton
Drop-off Locations & Dates: All locations open sunrise to sundown until Jan. 10.
Cornerstone Park - 5150 S. Windermere Street
Willow Springs Service Center - 7100 S. Holly St.
Special Note: Limited to residents of South Suburban Parks & Recreation district.
Parker
Drop-off Locations & Dates: All locations open from 6:00am - 11:00pm until Jan. 29.
Salisbury Park - 11920 S. Motsenbocker Rd. (west paved parking lot)
Bayou Gulch - 4815 Fox Sparrow Rd.
Challenger Regional Park - 17299 E. Lincoln Ave.
Special Note: Free mulch is available starting the first week of January.
Westminster
Drop-off Location: City Park Fitness Center - 10475 Sheridan Blvd.
Dates: Dec. 25 – Jan. 25, 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Interactive Map of Recycling Locations
Why Choose TrashMyTree for Christmas Tree Recycling?
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Final Thoughts
Whether you choose a city drop-off location or a convenient service like TrashMyTree, recycling your Christmas tree is a simple way to reduce your environmental impact.
🎄 Make the eco-friendly choice and let TrashMyTree handle your tree pickup and recycling this year!