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Have you ever wondered how a landfill works? Or what gets made from all that stuff we recycle? At the Garbage Garage Education Center, located at the Larimer County Landfill, you will find out! 

Please click on the appropriate location in the table below for detailed requirements and restrictions. See Landfill Fees for disposal costs.

Take a look at the Landfill Map to view the facility layout.

Planning for the Future: North Front Range Regional Wasteshed

Larimer County's Business Hazardous Waste Diversion Program (BHWD) is a safe and affordable hazardous waste disposal and/or recycling option, as well as a technical advice resource for Very Small Quantity Generators (VSQG) in Larimer County. Handling hazardous waste properly:

Free for Larimer County residents

Typical household hazardous waste is accepted from Larimer County Residents for free.  All other waste, including waste from businesses, churches, landlords, local governments, non-profits, hobbyists,  and other organizations is subject to approval through the business program.

Drop-off locations:

If you live in an area where curbside recycling is not available (or even if you do!), you may utilize these recycling drop-off centers. Recycling containers at most of these locations are separated by material type. 

Location & Hours

Location: Larimer County Landfill, 5887 South Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins (2 miles south of Harmony Road)
Phone: (970) 372-3362
Fax: (970) 226-0524
Drop-off Hours: Monday - Saturday 8:00 - 4:30. The Recycling Center drop-off area is also closed whenever the Landfill is closed due to wind.