How To Throw Away Christmas Trees In Chester, Mendham: 2025 Guide

CHESTER, NJ — Got an old Christmas tree that needs disposal? Here’s how to do it in Mendham and Chester for the 2025 holiday season.

Chester Borough

The Borough of Chester will be holding pickups for unwanted Christmas trees until Jan. 20 at 8 a.m., officials said.

According to a municipal advisory, employees of the DPW will be collecting Christmas trees from the curbside. Residents are asked to remove all decorations from the tree before placing it outside.

Mendham Township

Mendham Township's Christmas tree pickup will take place on Jan. 6. Trees should be placed curbside by 7 a.m.

Again, residents are asked to ensure all plastic, tinsel, lights, and decorations are removed from the trees before setting them out for collection.

Mendham Borough

Residents of Mendham Borough can drop off their old Christmas trees at the designated area in Borough Park. Additionally, the Public Works Department will be conducting pickups as part of the borough's Brush Program.

Trees should not be placed in plastic bags, and all decorations must be removed beforehand.

Chester Township

Chester Township's DPW will conduct its annual curbside tree collection from January 6-10. Residents are asked to place their trees curbside and ensure that all tinsel and ornaments have been removed before collection.