Compost & yard waste siteVerified October 2026

Rice Creek Compost Site

You will find Rice Creek Compost Site in Lino Lakes, MN. It is a compost and yard waste site in Anoka County. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. Listed materials: yard waste & brush. It is one of 28 drop-off sites we list in Anoka County.

Address	7701 Main St, Lino Lakes, MN 55038 Directions
County	Anoka County, MN
Phone	(763) 324-3400
Website	anokacountymn.gov
Hours	Tue, Thu (April 1-November 30): 10 am to 7 pm Sat (April 1-November 30): 9 am to 5 pm Sun (April 1-November 30): 12 pm to 5 pm Sat (December 1-March 31): 9 am to 1 pm Weather permitting. Closed on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Fees	Yard waste (leaves, grass, non-woody plants) First 4 cubic yards free; $0.50 per additional cubic yard Tree waste up to 2 cubic yards, 6" diameter or less Free Branches or logs 6-18" diameter $12 per cubic yard Wood chips $5 per cubic yard Fees apply to Anoka County residents; businesses pay different rates.
Who can use it	Residents only. Proof: Proof of residence such as a driver's license at check-in
Access	Public site, typically meant for residents
Accepts	Yard waste & brush, brush, food scraps
Not accepted	household trash, recyclables, plastic, tree service loads from vehicles longer than 12 feet
Payment	cash, card

Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: anokacountymn.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.

Rules in Anoka County

Anoka County has no county-run landfill or public trash transfer station. Residents typically use their licensed garbage hauler; the county runs a free household hazardous waste facility and two yard waste/compost sites for residents. Source
Monthly recycling drop-off day in Blaine at Recycle Technologies, 1525 99th Lane NE: 3rd Saturday of each month (starting in February), 8 am to 12 pm, except holidays. Free: auto batteries, scrap metal, cell phones. Fee: appliances, electronics/TVs, mattresses (must be dry), tires. Garbage and household hazardous waste are not accepted. Source
Several cities hold recycling days or have drop-off centers (Andover, Coon Rapids, East Bethel, Ham Lake, Oak Grove, Nowthen, Linwood); call ahead to confirm items and fees. Source

Before you go

Weekday mornings are often the quietest time at the scale.

Other compost and yard waste sites nearby

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Natura Farms Compost & yard waste site

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Dumps for household trash nearby

Gene's Disposal Service INC Transfer station

5661 152nd St N, Hugo · 4.2 mi
Rice Creek Compost Site Transfer station

7701 Main St, Lino Lakes · 4.7 mi · (651) 429-3723

Household trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brush
Washington County Yard Waste Transfer Transfer station

5527 170th St N, Hugo · 4.8 mi

Hazardous waste drop-off nearby

Washington County North Environmental Center Recycling center Verified

6065 Headwaters Pkwy, Forest Lake · 5.8 mi · (651) 275-7475

Hours: Mon: 11 am to 7 pm …

Household hazardous wasteElectronicsRecyclables
Anoka County HHW Facility Hazardous waste drop-off Verified

3230 101st Ave NE, Blaine · 6.1 mi · (763) 324-3400

Hours: Wed: 1 pm to 7 pm …

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rice Creek Compost Site?

7701 Main St, Lino Lakes, MN 55038. Follow the Directions link for the fastest route.

What can I drop off at Rice Creek Compost Site?

Rice Creek Compost Site is listed for yard waste & brush. Not accepted: household trash, recyclables, plastic and tree service loads from vehicles longer than 12 feet.

Can non-residents use Rice Creek Compost Site?

No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Proof of residence such as a driver's license at check-in.

How much does it cost to dump at Rice Creek Compost Site?

Yard waste (leaves, grass, non-woody plants): First 4 cubic yards free; $0.50 per additional cubic yard; Tree waste up to 2 cubic yards, 6" diameter or less: Free; Branches or logs 6-18" diameter: $12 per cubic yard; Wood chips: $5 per cubic yard. Fees apply to Anoka County residents; businesses pay different rates.. Source checked October 2026.

When is Rice Creek Compost Site open?

Tue, Thu (April 1-November 30): 10 am to 7 pm; Sat (April 1-November 30): 9 am to 5 pm; Sun (April 1-November 30): 12 pm to 5 pm; Sat (December 1-March 31): 9 am to 1 pm. Weather permitting. Closed on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas..

What other compost and yard waste sites are near Rice Creek Compost Site?

White Bear Township Compost Facility in White Bear Township (4.4 mi), Washington County North Yard Waste Site in Forest Lake (5.8 mi) and City of Forest Lake Compost Facility in Forest Lake (8 mi).

Where can I take paint and chemicals near Lino Lakes?

The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Washington County North Environmental Center, about 5.8 miles away.

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