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Dumps near Zion, IL

3 landfills, 1 transfer station and 12 drop-off sites within 20 miles, sorted by how far you'll have to haul it.

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Residential Recycling Center

Drop-off · 3.9 mi
8000 128th St, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Tue-Fri 11AM-6PM, Sat 7AM-3PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions Website

Solid Waste Agency of Lake County

Drop-off · 6.2 mi
1311 Estes St, Gurnee, IL 60031
Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions 847-377-4950 Website

City of Kenosha Recycling Center

Drop-off · 9.1 mi
1001 50th St, Kenosha, WI 53140
Tue 9:30AM-2:30PM, Thu 9:30AM-2:30PM, Sat 8AM-1PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions 262-653-4050 Website

City of Kenosha Waste & Recycling Drop Off

Drop-off · 9.1 mi
1001 50th St, Kenosha, WI 53140
Tue 9:30AM-2:30PM, Thu 9:30AM-2:30PM, Sat 8AM-1PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions 262-653-4050 Website

SWALCO Recycling Center

Drop-off · 11.7 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

Lake Bluff Public Works Facility & Recycling Center

Drop-off · 12.4 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 · 15.5 mi
900 W Belvidere Rd, Round Lake, IL 60073
Hours not listed · call first
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions

Recycling Center

Drop-off · 17.1 mi
Spring Grove, IL 60081
Hours not listed · call first
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions

Highland Park Recycling Center

Drop-off · 18.1 mi
1180 Half Day Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
Tue 7AM-1PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Directions 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 Zion?

GFL Zion Landfill (landfill / dump) is 2.2 miles from the center of Zion. Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30AM-3:30PM, Sat 6-10:30AM. Call ahead to confirm hours and fees.

How many dumps are near Zion?

Within 20 miles of Zion there are 3 landfills and 1 transfer station that take trash and junk, plus 12 recycling, yard waste or hazardous waste drop-off sites.

Is there a free dump near Zion?

Recycling drop-offs and yard waste sites are usually free. Landfills and transfer stations near Zion 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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