In partnership with the Solid Waste Management Division, San Bernardino County Code Enforcement is hosting a Community Cleanup Event in Joshua Tree on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. until noon, or earlier if collection bins fill up before noon. The event will take place at Sportsman’s Park, 6171 Sunburst Street.
This program offers residents of unincorporated San Bernardino County the opportunity to dispose of bulky trash, yard waste, and other accepted materials at no cost. The goal is to provide a convenient and environmentally responsible way for residents to clean up their properties and neighborhoods.
Who Can Participate
The cleanup is limited to residents of the unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County. Proof of residence is required, so participants should bring a photo ID with their current address. This program is not open to incorporated city residents or businesses in the County Service Areas.
What You Can Bring
Accepted items include:
- Household trash
- Bulky items (such as furniture or large household goods)
- Green waste (yard clippings, tree branches, and similar materials)
- Tires (up to nine per household, with rims removed.) Crews will not accept tires from businesses.
The Urban Conservation Corps will also be on-site to accept electronic waste, including televisions, computers, monitors, VCRs, stereos, and cell phones.
What Cannot Be Accepted
FoFor safety reasons, hazardous waste will not be accepted at this event. Hazardous waste includes:
- Motor oil and oil filters
- Antifreeze and gasoline
- Paint, paint thinners, and wood preservatives
- Drain cleaners, pesticides, and fertilizers
- Fluorescent light bulbs
- Pool and photo chemicals
- Batteries of any kind
- Expired medications and medical sharps (needles/syringes)
Residents who need to dispose of hazardous waste may use the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility at 62499 Twentynine Palms Highway in Joshua Tree. The site is open every Saturday (excluding holidays) from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Additional information is available through the San Bernardino County Fire Department Household Hazardous Waste Division at 1-800-OILY-CAT (645-9228) or at https://sbcfire.org/hhw/.
Important Reminders
- You must unload your own waste materials. If you have heavy or difficult-to-handle items, please bring help and proper equipment.
- Mattresses and box springs will be accepted.
- The event ends promptly at noon or when the equipment is full, whichever comes first. Arriving early is recommended.
Event Details at a Glance
- Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Time: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 noon (or earlier if bins are full)
- Location: Sportsman’s Park, 6171 Sunburst Street, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
- Eligibility: Open to residents of unincorporated San Bernardino County (bring photo ID with address and flyer).
For more information, please get in touch with Land Use Services Staff Analyst De Leon Lugo at 909-383-2113.