Michigan
Compost drop-off
Roscommon Township compost drop-off
Hours, sticker price, who can use it, item fees, hazardous waste options, and holiday notes for Roscommon Township Compost/Recycle Center.
Not a household-trash drop-off. This page covers only the specifically listed recycling, compost, hazardous or specialty materials. Check the accepted materials before loading your vehicle.
Last verified from official sources: 2026-11-06
Who can use it
Roscommon Township residents, with a compost/recycle sticker from the township office. Non-residents and commercial users must contact the township hall for rates.
Hours
- April 1 through November 30: Wednesday through Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed Monday and Tuesday.
- January through March: open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., weather permitting.
Sticker or permit
Required: Yes
Price: Free for residents
Where to buy: Roscommon Township office, 8555 Knapp Road, Houghton Lake
Notes: Sticker form on the township page.
Per-item fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Resident compost center permit | No charge |
| Non-resident and commercial use | Rates available from the township hall |
Hazardous waste
Not a general household hazardous waste drop-off. Consult the county program for those materials.
Holiday closures
Holiday closures posted by the township appear to be 2025 dates; confirm for 2026.
Holiday schedule last verified 2026-11-06 from official sources .
Other notes
- The township holiday closure list (January 1, April 18 until noon, May 26, June 19, July 3 and 4, September 1, November 27 and 28, December 24 to 26, December 31) matches 2025 dates, and the page also mentions an April 2024 opening. Confirm 2026 holiday closures with the township.
- The page does not state December hours. Call before a December visit.
- Household trash is collected curbside by Republic on Mondays; large-item pickup is through Republic at 800-438-0966. Flatten cardboard for recycling.
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Sources
Every fee and hour above was taken from these official pages or PDFs on 2026-11-06. If something conflicts, trust the town.