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Washington County North Yard Waste Site

6065 Headwaters Pkwy, Forest Lake, MN, 55025

Who
Residents only

Washington and Ramsey County households only; no business waste. Bags must be emptied on site and taken with you. Dump trailers need an approved county permit and are for Washington County residents only.

Today
Today: check posted hours Check posted hours belowSummer hours, April 1 to November 30; Monday closes at 7 p.m. or dusk. Winter (December 1 to March 31): Monday 11-7 (or dusk), Wednesday and Friday 8-4:30, Saturday 8-2, closed Sunday. Closed on county holidays.
Cost
Cost: call to confirm
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Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗

What it takes

“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.

Mattress

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Couch / furniture

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Tire

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Appliance

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Fridge or freezer

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Electronics

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Paint

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Household hazardous waste

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Yard waste

Accepted

Branches and twigs, garden waste, grass clippings, lake weeds, leaves, tree waste and shrubs, plus separated food scraps.

Normal load fee applies

Brush and branches

Accepted

Normal load fee applies

Construction debris

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Concrete

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Scrap metal

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Household trash

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Recycling

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Fees & payment

ChargePrice
Minimum chargeCall to confirm
Per tonCall to confirm
Pickup loadCall to confirm
Car loadCall to confirm

Confirm load charges and item surcharges before you go.

Payment: Call to confirm

Access rules

Washington and Ramsey County households only; no business waste. Bags must be emptied on site and taken with you. Dump trailers need an approved county permit and are for Washington County residents only.

ID required: Call to confirm
Appointment required: Call to confirm

Posted hours

DayHours
Mon11:00 am–7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am–4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am–4:30 pm
Sat8:00 am–4:30 pm
Sun11:00 am–4:30 pm

Summer hours, April 1 to November 30; Monday closes at 7 p.m. or dusk. Winter (December 1 to March 31): Monday 11-7 (or dusk), Wednesday and Friday 8-4:30, Saturday 8-2, closed Sunday. Closed on county holidays.

Local time: America/Chicago

What’s not accepted

  • Sod
  • Stumps or root balls
  • Dirt, rocks or mulch
  • Business waste

Free options

Free drop-off options have not been confirmed. Ask about resident allowances and special collection days.

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Sources

Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.

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