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Dumps near Palatine, IL

1 landfill, 9 transfer stations and 9 drop-off sites within 20 miles, sorted by how far you'll have to haul it.

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Wauconda Recycling Center

Drop-off · 11.1 mi
301 S Rand Rd, Wauconda, IL 60084
Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM, Sat 8AM-1PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions 224-606-1003 Website

Highland Park Recycling Center

Drop-off · 12.5 mi
1180 Half Day Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
Tue 7AM-1PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions Website

Elgin Recycling Center

Drop-off · 13.7 mi
660 Schiller St, Elgin, IL 60123
Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions 847-741-4100 Website

Lake Bluff Public Works Facility & Recycling Center

Drop-off · 14.6 mi
640 Rockland Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Mon-Fri 7AM-4PM, Sat-Sun 10AM-3PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions 847-234-0774 Website

Recycling Center

Drop-off · 15.7 mi
900 W Belvidere Rd, Round Lake, IL 60073
Hours not listed · call first
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions

SWALCO Recycling Center

Drop-off · 16.5 mi
585 Berry Ave, Grayslake, IL 60030
Mon-Fri 8AM-3PM, Sat 8AM-12PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions 847-377-4950 Website

Nunda Road District Recycling Center

Drop-off · 17.2 mi
3518 Bay Rd, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Mon-Fri 7AM-3PM, Sat 7AM-12PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions 815-459-4410 Website

Solid Waste Agency of Lake County

Drop-off · 19.5 mi
1311 Estes St, Gurnee, IL 60031
Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions 847-377-4950 Website
💡Before you load up: most dumps charge by weight or load, and tires, mattresses and appliances often cost extra. Some only take county residents. Call first. The gate doesn't care how far you drove.

Questions

Where is the closest dump to Palatine?

LRS Rolling Meadows Transfer Station (transfer station) is 1.3 miles from the center of Palatine. Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30AM-4PM. Call ahead to confirm hours and fees.

How many dumps are near Palatine?

Within 20 miles of Palatine there are 1 landfill and 9 transfer stations that take trash and junk, plus 9 recycling, yard waste or hazardous waste drop-off sites.

Is there a free dump near Palatine?

Recycling drop-offs and yard waste sites are usually free. Landfills and transfer stations near Palatine usually charge by weight or by load, and some offer free drop-off days for residents. Check the site's website or call before you go.

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