Drop-Off Locations and Landfill

Garbage:
Reducing garbage is critical to extend the life of Muskoka’s one remaining landfill and ensure a secure, long-term way to manage garbage. Residents can deliver two standard-size bags of garbage to transfer stations weekly, at no charge. Each bag after that is $8 per bag. Garbage bags must not exceed 25 kg / 55 lbs. 

Green bin organics:
To help offset material going in the garbage, organics collection is offered at all District transfer stations at no charge to residents. Learn what can and can't go in organics bins on the Green Bin Organics page.

Recycling:
Recycling right also contributes to reducing divertible materials from entering the landfill and is accepted at no charge for residents at transfer stations. Learn more about how to recycle right on the Recycling page.

2023 Disposal Fees are governed by By-law 2023-7. A $12 minimum fee is in effect for chargeable loads. 

2023 quick reference guide

Waste Facility attendants have the authority to:

• inspect loads
• redirect loads
• ask for proof that materials are generated within the District of Muskoka
• disposal fees must be paid before leaving facility
• scavenging is strictly prohibited

User identification

The District of Muskoka is required by law to confirm that users of the site are residents of Muskoka and that the waste deposited at each site originated within one of our six area municipalities. Site staff do this by asking questions upon arrival at the scale house.  

Safety

Waste sites are out in the elements. They can be muddy in the spring and fall, snowy and icy in the winter and dusty and hot in the summer. Please wear close-toed footwear (like boots or running shoes) when attending the site.

The terrain can be uneven. Please watch your step and ensure you have clear sightlines if carrying objects.

Waste facilities can attract wildlife, including bears. Bears may seem fun to watch, but they view garbage and litter as their food source. If you see a bear at our site, do not approach it or walk towards it. When bears are present, sites may be temporarily closed for public safety. 

Loitering is prohibited. Even though waste sites may seem like a fun place to bird watch, bear watch or catch up with neighbours, for your safety we ask that the sites only be used to dispose of waste. Stay in the marked areas, attend only to deposit waste and recycling and please exit the site as soon as you are done disposing of your waste.

Staff at District Waste Facilities follow numerous procedures to comply with legislation and to ensure the personal safety of residents and staff. Customers entering waste facilities use the facility at their own risk. For the safety of themselves and others, customers must:

• always obey the road signs and directions of site attendants
• declare the material you are bringing in for disposal
• ensure animals are not permitted to exit the vehicle
• ensure your load is secure
  
  • ensure all items on your vehicle/trailer are secure, to avoid items falling out and causing an accident
  • unsecured loads could earn you a fine under the Highway Traffic Act
  • tarping your load will also help to reduce litter

Use at your own risk

The District of Muskoka makes every effort to ensure waste facilities are safe for residents to use, however the District is not responsible for injury or damage to vehicles caused by use of the sites. Bins and other surface objects at sites are not sanitized.

1062 Rosewarne Dr, Bracebridge
Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Day, Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

Rosewarne Transfer Station - 1062 Rosewarne Drive, Bracebridge
Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Day, Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

Beiers Transfer Station - 1052 Beiers Road (MR 19), Gravenhurst
Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Day, Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

Our Waste Facilities can accept volumes that will fit in a pickup truck or small utility trailer (up to 10 cubic yards per week). Any loads over this quantity require disposal at the Rosewarne Landfill in Bracebridge. 

Stisted Transfer Station - 178 Stisted Landfill Road, Huntsville 
Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Day, Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

Eveleigh Transfer Station - 1174 Eveleigh Road, Port Carling
Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Day, Good Friday and Easter Sunday.