Michigan · Updated October 2026

Dumps near Kalkaska, MI

We list 12 places to dump trash within 25 miles of Kalkaska, Michigan: 6 recycling drop-offs, 4 waste facilities, and 2 transfer stations. The closest is Antrim Kalkaska County Transfer in Kalkaska, 3.0 miles away. 7 are government-run and 1 is restricted to local residents. The cheapest posted load rate nearby is $2.50 (each bag of trash beyond 7 thirty-gallon bags per week) at Grayling Township Recycling Center. Sorted by distance. Fees and rules come from each facility's own website; anything we couldn't verify says "Call to confirm."

All 12 within 25 miles

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  1. Antrim Kalkaska County Transfer

    Waste facility · Kalkaska, MI · 3.0 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Call to confirm
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    3947 US-131

    Call (231) 258-5000 Fees & rules

  2. Humphrey's Disposal Service

    Transfer station · Kalkaska, MI · 3.1 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    4157 Columbus Dr NE

    • Open Saturday

    Call (231) 886-0882 Fees & rules

  3. Elk Rapids Village Compactor

    Waste facility · Elk Rapids, MI · 16.3 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Wednes, Satur
    • Residents only No, open to all
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    8228 Herrman Rd

    • Open to the public
    • Open Saturday

    Call (231) 264-9274 Fees & rules

  4. Peninsula Twp Refuse Station

    Waste facility · Traverse City, MI · 19.7 mi

    $3.00Bag of household refuse
    • Open today Wednes, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load $3.00 per bag

    2725 Devils Dive Rd

    • Loads from $3.00
    • Open Saturday

    Call (231) 223-4446 Fees & rules

  5. Traverse City Waste and Recycling

    Recycling drop-off · Traverse City, MI · 20.1 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    934 Hastings St

    Call (231) 994-3401 Fees & rules

  6. Grand Traverse Recycling

    Recycling drop-off · Traverse City, MI · 20.6 mi

    $8Untreated construction wood
    • Open today Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load $8 per cubic yard

    2650 LaFranier Rd

    • Loads from $8
    • Seasonal hours
    • Open Saturday

    Call (231) 922-4831 Fees & rules

  7. Grand Traverse Hazardous Waste

    Waste facility · Traverse City, MI · 20.6 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Call to confirm
    • Residents only Yes
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    2650 LaFranier Rd

    • Residents only

    Call (231) 922-2052 Fees & rules

  8. Grand Traverse Recycling Info

    Recycling drop-off · Traverse City, MI · 21.3 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Call to confirm
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    400 Boardman Ave

    Call (231) 922-2052 Fees & rules

  9. Transfer Station

    Transfer station · Traverse City, MI · 21.9 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Call to confirm
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    107 Hall St

    Call (800) 872-7245 Fees & rules

  10. Recycling dropoff

    Recycling drop-off · Traverse City, MI · 22.7 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Call to confirm
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    10750 E Cherry Bend Rd

    Call (231) 631-1303 Fees & rules

  11. Grayling Township Recycling Center

    Recycling drop-off · Grayling, MI · 24.1 mi

    $2.50each bag of trash beyond 7 thirty-gallon bags per week
    • Open today Tues, Thurs, Satur, Sun
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load $2.50 per bag

    4670 W North Down River Rd

    • Loads from $2.50
    • Open Saturday

    Call (989) 348-4361 Fees & rules

  12. Central Lake Twp Waste Recycle

    Recycling drop-off · Central Lake, MI · 24.8 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    M-88

    • Open Saturday

    Call (231) 544-3911 Fees & rules

Frequently asked questions

Where can I dump trash near Kalkaska, MI?

We list 12 facilities within 25 miles: Antrim Kalkaska County Transfer, Humphrey's Disposal Service, Elk Rapids Village Compactor, and Peninsula Twp Refuse Station. The list on this page is sorted by distance.

What's the cheapest dump near Kalkaska?

Among facilities that post prices, Grayling Township Recycling Center lists the lowest load rate: $2.50 for a each bag of trash beyond 7 thirty-gallon bags per week. Facilities without a posted price may be cheaper, so call around.

Which dumps near Kalkaska are open to non-residents?

Elk Rapids Village Compactor is open to the public. Township and village transfer stations are usually residents only.

Is there a dump open on Saturday near Kalkaska?

Yes. Humphrey's Disposal Service, Elk Rapids Village Compactor, Peninsula Twp Refuse Station, and Grand Traverse Recycling list Saturday hours.

What should I bring to the dump?

A photo ID (many facilities are residents only), cash or exact change (many don't take cards), a tarp over the load, and gloves. Sort yard waste, tires, appliances and electronics separately; most places charge for them by the item.

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