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Trash & Recycling in Gloucester County, NJ (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated Gloucester County, New Jersey.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Gloucester County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Illegal Dumping

Gloucester County bans dumping trash or refuse anywhere in its park system. Section 2(f) of the Parks Rules & Regulations requires visitors to use provided receptacles or carry trash out, and bars dumping in any lake, stream, or contiguous water. Violators face fines or imprisonment under Section 3(g), with cases prosecuted in the name of the County of Gloucester.

Illegal Dumping Ban in Gloucester County Parks

Some Restrictions

Gloucester County Parks Rules & Regulations, Section 2(f)

f. Dump or leave in any of the Park Areas, trash or refuse of any kind whatsoever. All trash or refuse must be placed in proper receptacles where provided, or removed and carried away from Park wherever receptacles may not be available; nor place or dispose of trash or refuse of any kind in any lake, stream or waters in or contiguous to Park Areas.

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