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Christmas Tree Recycling in Boise, ID

Last Season, 2025–26Last checked Oct 20, 2026

1 drop-off site last season.

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Ada County Landfill
Trees are composted through Ada County's wood waste recycling program. Dates given are for the 2025-26 season.		10300 N Seamans Gulch RdNot listedDirections

Curbside Pickup

The city's page does not list curbside tree pickup for Boise.

Boise's Christmas tree recycling this season is a drop-off service for real trees. You can take your tree to the Ada County Landfill. Free drop-off at the Ada County Landfill. For drop-off dates, check with the city of Boise.

How Christmas Tree Pickup Works in Boise

Residents with compost carts can put a live tree in the cart. If you do not have a compost cart, take your tree to the drop-off site. Free drop-off at the Ada County Landfill.

Drop-off Sites in Boise

Boise has 1 drop-off site for trees this season. The site is the Ada County Landfill. Check with the city of Boise for the dates it accepts trees.

How to Get Your Tree Ready

  • Real trees can be put into your compost cart.
  • Remember to remove lights, ornaments, tinsel and stand.
  • Cut the tree into 4-foot lengths or shorter before placing it into the cart.
  • Wreaths and trees sprayed with artificial snow (flock) cannot be accepted and must be thrown in the trash.
  • Residents with compost carts can compost live (not artificial) trees.
  • Remove all decorations and lights, then cut the tree into pieces that fit inside your compost cart so that the lid can fully close.
  • Whole trees left beside your cart may not be collected.
  • Trees or wreathes sprayed with artificial snow or flock should be placed in the trash.

What Happens to Your Tree

Live trees placed in a compost cart are composted. This is how a live tree from your home gets recycled.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tree Recycling Free in Boise?

Yes. Drop-off at the Ada County Landfill is free.

Does Boise Pick Up Christmas Trees at the Curb?

Whole trees left beside your cart may not be collected. Place cut pieces inside your compost cart instead.

Do I Need to Remove Decorations and the Stand?

Yes. Remove all decorations, lights and the stand, then cut the tree into pieces that fit inside your compost cart so the lid can fully close.

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