INDIANAPOLIS — Real trees with all decorations removed can be brought to 7 different Indy Parks and Recreation locations to be mulched between December 25 and January 31. Please DO NOT leave trees at a park that’s not listed. DO NOT leave trash at these sites.
Tree stands and all ornaments, tinsel, lights, and decorations MUST BE REMOVED before dropping off. The collected trees are mulched into various soil blends by GreenCycle.
Dropping off trees at locations not listed below is considered illegal dumping and is punishable by fines of up to $3,000. Please check the list carefully as included parks can change from year-to-year.
This service is provided for Marion County residents ONLY and is not offered for commercial use.
Drop-off locations for tree disposal are:
• Ellenberger Park, 5301 E. St. Clair Street, Northeast corner by the pool
• Garfield Park, 2432 Conservatory Drive, in front of the MacAllister Amphitheater
• Northwestway Park, 5253 W. 62nd Street, to the left of the entrance
• Perry Park, 451 E. Stop 11 Road, to the left of the Stop 11 main entrance
• Riverside Park, 2420 East Riverside Drive, by the basketball court
• Sahm Park, 6801 E. 91st Street, near the recycling bins
• Riverwood Park, 7201 Crittenden Avenue