Trail Ridge Landfill

Trail Ridge Landfill is the big county landfill just off US‑301 that handles the final disposal of municipal and commercial loads around Jacksonville. Locals and contractors both use it - commercial trucks are common and there’s a scale for weighing loads before they leave. The site sees steady traffic, especially around hurricane cleanup season.

Drive up to an entrance booth and be prepared to pull onto a truck scale - tipping fees are charged by weight at landfills like this. The place is large and dusty with compacted mounds and heavy equipment moving around; expect to follow traffic flow to the dumping area. Yard waste and storm debris are usually routed to separate sections at Florida sites, so watch for signs or attendants directing where to go. Lines can form on weekends and after big storms, so there may be a wait at the gate or scale.