Dumps NearbyRecycling centerVerified October 2026
Washington County North Environmental Center
Washington County North Environmental Center is a recycling and drop-off center in Washington County, MN, listed under Forest Lake. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. Materials on record: household hazardous waste, electronics and recyclables. It is one of 21 drop-off sites we list in Washington County.
| Address | 6065 Headwaters Pkwy, Forest Lake, MN 55025 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Washington County, MN |
| Phone | (651) 275-7475 |
| Website | washingtoncountymn.gov |
| Hours | Mon: 11 am to 7 pm Wed-Fri: 8 am to 4:30 pm Sat: 8 am to 2 pm Closed on county-observed holidays. Wed and Fri 8:00-16:30; no Thursday hours. |
| Fees | Not published. Charges at sites like this usually depend on weight and vehicle size. |
| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Driver's license or other proof of residency (Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey or Scott County) |
| Access | Run by the county, city or a waste district |
| Accepts | Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Recyclables, household hazardous waste, paint, batteries, aerosols, fluorescent bulbs, sharps, recycling |
| Not accepted | ev batteries, styrofoam, ceramics, window glass or mirrors, ppe |
| Operator | Washington County |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: washingtoncountymn.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Washington County
- The Washington County Environmental Centers take household hazardous waste, electronics and self-serve recycling from residents of Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Scott counties. Show a driver's license or other proof of residency to the attendant. Source
- Both Environmental Centers are closed on county-observed holidays. Source
Before you go
- Gloves and closed shoes help when you unload by hand.
Other recycling and drop-off centers nearby
- Hours: Tue-Fri: 11 am to 6 pm …Household hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metalRecyclables
- EcoScrap Recycling centerHours: Mon to Fri 8 am to 5 pm …
- Cloud Recycling Recycling center
- Concrete Recycling, Inc. Recycling center
- American Paper Recycling Recycling center
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Gene's Disposal Service INC Transfer station
- Washington County Yard Waste Transfer Transfer station
- Rice Creek Compost Site Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brush
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Wed: 1 pm to 7 pm …Yard waste & brushHousehold hazardous waste
- Green Lights Recycling Hazardous waste drop-offHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
More in Washington County
All 21 drop-off sites in Washington County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Minnesota
Frequently asked questions
Where is Washington County North Environmental Center?
6065 Headwaters Pkwy, Forest Lake, MN 55025. Follow the Directions link for the fastest route.
What can I drop off at Washington County North Environmental Center?
Washington County North Environmental Center is listed for household hazardous waste, electronics and recyclables. Not accepted: ev batteries, styrofoam, ceramics, window glass or mirrors and ppe.
Can non-residents use Washington County North Environmental Center?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Driver's license or other proof of residency (Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey or Scott County).
When is Washington County North Environmental Center open?
Mon: 11 am to 7 pm; Wed-Fri: 8 am to 4:30 pm; Sat: 8 am to 2 pm. Closed on county-observed holidays. Wed and Fri 8:00-16:30; no Thursday hours..
What other recycling and drop-off centers are near Washington County North Environmental Center?
Ramsey County Environmental Center in Roseville (18 mi), EcoScrap in Andover (19 mi) and Cloud Recycling in Roseville (19 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Forest Lake?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Anoka County HHW Facility, about 12 miles away.
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