2025 CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING

CITY OF GREAT FALLS, MONTANA

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DATE: December 23, 2025

CONTACT: Ross Bartell, Solid Waste Division Manager – 406-771-140

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING

Great Falls, Montana – Did you know that live Christmas trees are recyclable? With Christmas just around the corner, it's important to remember that you don’t have to throw your live Christmas tree in the trash once the holiday is over. Live Christmas trees are biodegradable, meaning they can be reused or recycled for various purposes. Great Falls residents are encouraged to recycle their live Christmas trees between December 26, 2025, and January 9, 2026, at the following locations:

• Meadowlark Park – at Fox Farm and Park Garden Road

• American Little League (parking lot) – 1100 38th St N

Before recycling your tree, please remove all lights, decorations, and tree stands. Note that flocked trees cannot be recycled and should not be taken to the recycling sites. Only live Christmas trees should be deposited in the containers. The recycled trees will be composted or used to improve fish habitats. Please be aware that commercial trees will not be accepted.

This Christmas tree recycling project is sponsored by the City of Great Falls, MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks, and the Walleyes Unlimited Great Falls Chapter.