It is an object of the present invention to improve trash storage systems. It is a further object of the prevent invention to pro vide an in-ground curb-side receptacle that has a heavy duty cover that can be secured against unauthorized opening. Another object of the present invention is to provide an in-ground refuse receptacle that contains individual compartments for segregating reclaimable solid waste products from disposable trash. Yet a further object of the present invention is to provide an in-ground trash receptacle that can be washed down and drained without having to remove the receptacle from the ground. Yet another object of the present invention is to pro vide an attractive in-ground trash receptacle that is weather proof and which is continually vented to atmo sphere to avoid the building up of objectionable odors within the receptacle. Still another object of the present invention is to provide a tamper proof in-ground trash receptacle that has a anchoring system which prevents the receptacle from shifting its position once it is set in the ground. These and other objects of the present invention are attained by means of an outdoor trash receptacle having a vertical walled container that is partially buried in the ground and which includes a cover hinged to the con tainer so that it can be closed and locked to provide a tamper proof and weather proof structure. An out wardly extended ground rail surrounds the container that is adapted to be covered by soil. The ground rail cooperates with a pair of anchors secured to the bottom wall of the container to secure and stabilize the recepta cle within the ground. A drain system is located in the bottom of the container which allows the interior of the container to be thoroughly and easily cleaned with water or a liquid disinfectant. An above ground air vent system is also provided which permits ambient air to circulate through the container to carry away un wanted moisture and odors. The interior of the con tainer is partitioned to segregate reclaimable solid waste products from other trash stored therein.