Fall Yard Cleanup in Northern Colorado: What to Do With All Those Leaves

When the leaves start falling, so does the motivation to deal with them. But whether you’re prepping your lawn for winter or just tired of tripping over branches, a proper fall cleanup can save you time, stress, and a whole lot of back pain come spring.

If you’re not sure where to start — or where to *take* all that yard waste — we’ve got you covered.

Why Fall Cleanup Matters

Skipping your fall yard cleanup might not seem like a big deal, but it can cause:

• Dead grass from leaf buildup
• Clogged gutters and drains
• Pests and mold around damp debris
• Delayed spring growth from compacted lawns

A little work now makes your spring easier — and keeps your property looking great.

What Yard Waste Should You Remove?

Not everything needs to go, but here’s what should be on your fall removal checklist:

• Fallen leaves
• Dead branches
• Old garden plants
• Grass clippings
• Weeds and debris
• Broken fencing or outdoor junk
• Old play structures or yard furniture

Where to Recycle Leaves & Branches (By City)

You *don’t* need to stuff your trash can with 47 bags of leaves. Most Northern Colorado cities offer **leaf recycling and tree limb drop-offs** each fall — many for free.

Here are the official city programs for the areas we serve:

Arvada

Arvada Leaf Recycling Program - https://www.arvadaco.gov/leaf-recycling

Available to Arvada residents with ID. Typically open in October and November.

Boulder

Boulder County Yard Waste Drop-Off - https://bouldercounty.gov/environment/composting/yard-waste-and-food-scrap-drop-off/

Multiple sites accept yard waste like leaves, branches, and grass for composting.

Louisville

Louisville Seasonal Waste Services - https://www.republicservices.com/municipality/louisville-co

Republic Services hosts seasonal leaf drop-off events for Louisville residents. Check back for 2025 fall dates.

Broomfield

Broomfield Tree Branch Recycling Facility - https://www.broomfield.org/1031/Tree-Branch-Recycling-Facility

Year-round drop-off for limbs and branches. Leaves may be accepted during seasonal events.

Lafayette

Lafayette Curbside Leaf & Branch Cleanups - https://www.lafayetteco.gov/588/Curbside-Leaf-and-Branch-Cleanup

Curbside pickup for leaves and branches — usually in late October and early November.

Erie

Erie Tree Recycling https://www.erieco.gov/1651/Tree-Recycling

Erie offers periodic tree and branch recycling at its Public Works site.

Longmont

Longmont Yard Waste Drop-Off - https://longmontcolorado.gov/waste-services-trash-recycling-composting/yard-waste/

Residents can drop off yard waste at the Waste Diversion Center. ID required.

Berthoud

Berthoud Clean-Up FAQ - https://berthoud.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=127

Fall cleanup days are hosted annually — includes yard waste disposal for residents.

Do You Have Yard Debris?

If you have some yard debris or bags of leaves ready to roll — Colorado Junk Runners can help.

We remove:

• Yard debris (branches, brush, fencing)
• Rotted wood, garden structures, trampolines
• Old sheds and play structures (light demo included)

✅ Fast turnaround

✅ Eco-conscious disposal

✅ Serving Boulder, Louisville, Broomfield, Lafayette, Erie, Longmont, Berthoud & Arvada

Book a yard debris pickup - https://www.cojunkrunners.com/yard-debris-removal

Final Tip

Even if you handle the leaf cleanup yourself, be sure to bookmark your city’s drop-off info or add it to your calendar. Dates and hours change every year — and missing them usually means a garage full of soggy bags.

Need help? We’re just a text or call away.