North Valley Refuse

A local transfer and disposal spot on Highway 93 that people from Whitefish and nearby communities use to drop off household junk and straight-up trash. It’s the kind of place frequented by homeowners doing yard cleanups, renters clearing out units, and anyone hauling construction debris in town.

Pull in off HWY 93 and you'll see a small entrance with a booth and a scale area where vehicles often stop to be weighed; many sites like this charge by weight so expect to pause twice if that's the case. The site is mostly open lots with roll-off containers and piles of materials-drop-off lanes lead to different piles or bins, and recycling containers are usually set off to the side. On nice Saturdays the line can stretch back toward the highway, and winter storms can make the access road and parking sloppy, so plan for slower going. Bring a trailer or truck that can be backed up fairly close to the drop area; unloading is manual and can involve tossing things into bins or onto a pile.