Michigan · Updated October 2026

Dumps near Vanderbilt, MI

We list 9 places to dump trash within 25 miles of Vanderbilt, Michigan: 4 transfer stations, 3 recycling drop-offs, and 2 landfills. The closest is Otsego Recycling North in Vanderbilt, 0.2 miles away. 3 are government-run and 1 is restricted to local residents. The cheapest posted load rate nearby is $3.50 (Garbage, bagged) at Emmet County Recycling, Composting and Waste Transfer Station. Sorted by distance. Fees and rules come from each facility's own website; anything we couldn't verify says "Call to confirm."

All 9 within 25 miles

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  1. Otsego Recycling North

    Recycling drop-off · Vanderbilt, MI · 0.2 mi

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

    621 Garfield St

    • Open Saturday

    Fees & rules

  2. Arrow Transfer Station

    Transfer station · Gaylord, MI · 8.3 mi

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

    254 Little League Dr

    Call (989) 731-9699 Fees & rules

  3. Otsego Recycling West

    Recycling drop-off · Gaylord, MI · 9.5 mi

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

    210 Hayes Tower Rd

    • Open Saturday

    Fees & rules

  4. Charlton Twp Waste Station

    Transfer station · Johannesburg, MI · 12.6 mi

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    • Open today Wednes, Satur, Sun
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    Johannesburg, MI 49751

    • Open Saturday

    Fees & rules

  5. American Waste - Boyne City Recycling Location

    Recycling drop-off · Boyne City, MI · 16.6 mi

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

    1251 Boyne Ave

    Call (231) 547-2162 Fees & rules

  6. WM - Waters Landfill

    Landfill · Frederic, MI · 20.1 mi

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

    11375 N Sherman Rd

    Call (866) 676-7150 Fees & rules

  7. Republic Services Elk Run Landfill

    Landfill · Onaway, MI · 23.6 mi

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

    20667 5 Mile Hwy

    Call (989) 733-2980 Fees & rules

  8. Emmet County Recycling, Composting and Waste Transfer Station

    Transfer station · Harbor Springs, MI · 24.1 mi

    $3.50Garbage, bagged
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load $3.50 per 30 gal bag

    7363 Pleasantview Ln

    • Loads from $3.50
    • Open Saturday

    Call (231) 348-0640 Fees & rules

  9. Burt Township Transfer Station

    Transfer station · Brutus, MI · 24.4 mi

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    • Open today Mon, Satur
    • Residents only Yes
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    Brutus, MI 49716

    • Residents only
    • Open Saturday

    Fees & rules

Frequently asked questions

Where can I dump trash near Vanderbilt, MI?

We list 9 facilities within 25 miles: Otsego Recycling North, Arrow Transfer Station, Otsego Recycling West, and Charlton Twp Waste Station. The list on this page is sorted by distance.

What's the cheapest dump near Vanderbilt?

Among facilities that post prices, Emmet County Recycling, Composting and Waste Transfer Station lists the lowest load rate: $3.50 for a Garbage, bagged. Facilities without a posted price may be cheaper, so call around.

Which dumps near Vanderbilt are open to non-residents?

American Waste - Boyne City Recycling Location, WM - Waters Landfill, and Republic Services Elk Run Landfill are open to the public. Township and village transfer stations are usually residents only.

Is there a dump open on Saturday near Vanderbilt?

Yes. Otsego Recycling North, Otsego Recycling West, Charlton Twp Waste Station, and Emmet County Recycling, Composting and Waste Transfer Station 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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