Christmas Tree Recycling In Prince William: Drop-Off Sites, Mulch

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VA — Prince William County has several recycling centers where residents can take their Christmas trees and holiday greenery. All ornaments, decorations, tinsel, nails and tree stands should be removed before taking Christmas trees to the centers.

Here's where Christmas trees can be taken in Prince William County:

• Prince William County Landfill at 14811 Dumfries Road in Manassas, Monday - Saturday, 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The facility is closed New Year's Day.
• Balls Ford Road Compost Facility at 13000 Balls Ford Road in Manassas. Monday - Saturday, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The facility is closed New Year's Day.
• Leesylvania State Park located at 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Drive in Woodbridge (off Neabsco Road). Trees may be dropped off at Shelter 2 and will be used for habitat.

The Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC), located at 5399 Wellington Branch Road in Gainesville, also has a drop-off area for Christmas trees from Dec. 26 to Jan. 13. The drop-off area is located in the front parking lot in the area outlined with the orange safety cones. NOVEC will deliver the wood-chip mulch created from the trees to the electric co-op's customer-owners at no charge.

Visit Prince William County's trash and recycling website for more information on disposing of your Christmas tree.