New Site Provided for Christmas Tree Disposal

Published on December 29, 2025

The City of Ames provides free disposal of Christmas trees, and this year there is a new location! Trees can be deposited in the designated area in the North River Valley Park softball fields parking lot, 1015 E. 13th St. Participants should look for Christmas Tree recycling signage.

Trees, along with live holiday greenery such as wreaths and garland, can be dropped during daylight hours through Saturday, Jan. 31. Tree stands, tinsel, ribbons, lights, and all ornaments should be removed before leaving items for disposal.

All trees will be recycled into wood chips, which will be used in Ames parks.

The former site, the Parks & Recreation Maintenance Shop, is unavailable due to construction taking place of a new maintenance facility. Any questions regarding Christmas tree recycling can be directed to City Forester Gabriele Edwards at 515.239.5342 or via email at gabriele.edwards@cityofames.org.

The Ames Parks and Recreation Department manages 40 parks and offers approximately 200 athletic, aquatic, instructional and wellness programs. For more information, go to the Parks and Recreation homepage at www.amesparkrec.org or call the Community Center at 515.239.5350.

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