2025 Christmas Tree Recycling Locations in Metro Denver: A Complete Guide

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December 30, 2025•6 min read

The best way to enjoy the spirit of the season is to ensure its most iconic symbol doesn't go to waste.

The holidays are over, and that beautiful tree that brought so much joy is now dropping needles all over your floor. If you're searching for "Christmas tree pickup Denver" or "Christmas tree disposal near me," you've found the easiest solution.

Here's the problem most Denver residents don't know: Trees left on the curb for regular trash pickup go straight to the landfill—they aren't recycled anymore. When your tree decomposes in a landfill, it releases methane gas, creating a carbon footprint of over 16kg of CO₂. But when properly recycled, that same tree becomes valuable mulch with a footprint of just 3.5kg of CO₂.

The hassle-free solution? TrashMyTree picks up your tree right from your doorstep and guarantees it gets properly recycled—no loading a dried-out, needle-shedding tree into your car, no scratched paint, no pine needles in your trunk for months, and no driving across town on your day off. Just schedule your pickup, put your tree outside, and we handle everything else. Book Your Pickup Now →

Prefer to drop it off yourself? We get it—some people don't mind the trip. Below you'll find every free drop-off location across the Denver metro area for 2025/2026, including Aurora, Arvada, Boulder, Castle Rock, Centennial, Denver, Highlands Ranch, Lakewood, Littleton, Parker, and Westminster. Just remember to remove all decorations, lights, and stands before you go.

No matter what option you choose, remove any nails, ornaments, plastic, tinsel, tree stands and lights from your tree before being dropped off or set out for pickup recycling. Flocked trees and wreaths with wire cannot be recycled.

Note: This list will continue to be updated as locations, dates, and hours are released. Not all locations have provided information as of the publish date so last years' information may be provided and noted with an asterisk (*) next to it. Please double check before dropping off your tree.

City-by-City Christmas Tree Recycling Locations (2025/2026)

Denver

IMPORTANT NOTE: Trees left curbside for large item pickup are no longer recycled by the City of Denver. To ensure your tree is recycled, use the designated "Treecycling" locations below.

Weekday Drop-off Locations (Dec. 29 – Jan. 30): Open Weekdays 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Closed Jan. 1 and Jan. 19)

  • Cherry Creek Transfer Station – 7301 E. Jewell Ave.

  • Havana Nursery – 3685 Havana St.

  • Central Platte Campus – 1271 W. Bayaud Ave. (next to the Denver Animal Shelter)

Saturday Drop-off Locations: Open 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Specific dates apply per site below)

  • Sloan’s Lake Park (NW Parking Lot) – W. Byron Pl. and Yates St. (Jan. 3, 10, 17)

  • Fred Thomas Park – 2400 Quebec St. (Jan. 3, 10, 17)

  • Evie Dennis School Campus – 4800 Telluride St. (Jan. 3, 10, 17)

  • John F. Kennedy High School – 2855 S. Lamar St. (Jan. 3, 10, 17)

  • Central Platte Campus – 1271 W. Bayaud Ave. (Jan. 3, 10, 17)

  • Bruce Randolph School – 3955 Steele St. (Jan. 10 & 17 only)

  • Carson Elementary – 5420 E. 1st Ave. (Jan. 10 & 17 only)

  • Congress Park – E. 9th and Josephine St. (Jan. 10 & 17 only)

  • University Park Elementary – 2300 S. St. Paul St. (Jan. 10 & 17 only)

Arvada

Aurora

Boulder

  • Location: Materials Management Center (2051 63rd St.).

  • Dates: Through Jan. 31, 2026.

  • Restrictions: Trees longer than 6 feet must be cut in half.

Broomfield

  • Locations:

  • Bronco Park

  • Broadlands Park West

  • Lac Amora Park

  • Community Park Ball Fields

  • Broomfield Recycle Center

  • Meridian Park

  • Anthem Community Park

  • Tree Branch Recycling Facility.

  • Dates: Dec. 19, 2025 – Jan. 15, 2026.

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Castle Rock

Centennial

  • Locations:

  • Willow Spring Service Center (7100 S. Holly St.), Dec. 26, 2025 – Jan. 16, 2026.

  • Lookout Park (5455 S. Riviera Way) Dec 26, 2025 – Jan. 12, 2026, mulch available

  • Piney Creek Hollow Park (6140 S. Tower Rd.) Dec 26, 2025 – Jan. 12, 2026, mulch available

  • Hours: Sunrise to Sunset.

Douglas County

Englewood

Ft. Collins

Greeley

Golden

  • Location: The Splash (3151 Illinois St.).

  • Dates: Dec. 26, 2025 – Jan. 26, 2026.

  • Hours: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Highlands Ranch

Lakewood

  • Location: Lakewood Greenhouse (9556 W. Yale Ave.).

  • Dates: Dec. 26, 2025 – Jan. 11, 2026.

  • Hours: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Littleton

Parker

  • Locations:

  • Salisbury Park (West lot) (11920 S. Motsenbocker Rd.)

  • Bayou Gulch, Parker (4815 Fox Sparrow Road) (operated by Douglas County)

  • Challenger Regional Park, Parker (17299 E. Lincoln Ave.) (operated by Douglas County)

  • Dates: Salisbury Park Dec. 26, 2025 – Jan. 29, 2026, 6 am-11 pm; Douglas County locations Dec. 26, 2025 – Jan. 31, 2026.

  • Note: Mulch available on first-come, self-serve basis while supplies last.

Westminster

  • Location: City Park Fitness Center (10475 Sheridan Blvd.) lower lot

  • Dates: Dec. 25, 2025 – Jan. 23, 2026.

  • Hours: 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Wheat Ridge

Why Choose TrashMyTree for Christmas Tree Recycling?

If hauling your tree to a drop-off location sounds like a hassle, TrashMyTree offers an easy, eco-friendly alternative:

  • Convenience: Pickup right from your doorstep.

  • Eco-Friendly: Trees are responsibly recycled into mulch or compost.

  • No Mess, No Stress: Avoid scratching your car roof or cleaning up pine needles.

Schedule your pickup today with TrashMyTree and make your holidays hassle-free!

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!

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