Stemilt Organic Recycling Center

Small but practical, Stemilt Organic Recycling Center is the local recycling spot in Wenatchee for residents looking to keep stuff out of the landfill. Neighbors drop off yard debris, cardboard and mixed recyclables here and during busy seasons it gets a steady stream of cars and trucks. The site feels like a working yard rather than a polished retail operation.

Drive up the short access road and there’s an entrance booth and a place to pull over before you unload; it’s common to be directed where to put things. Expect piles or bins for different materials and a few concrete pads where green waste gets tipped. There’s usually a scale or an exit stop for billing on the way out at similar centers, so plan for one more brief stop before leaving. Weekends, especially in spring, tend to be the busiest times and lines can form.