A debris collection container that allows debris to be deposited directly into the debris collection container in a single step. The debris collection container has a detachable lid that doubles as a collection tray. A screen filter is integrated into the collection tray to allow dirt and soil on the debris to be discharged and returned to the ground prior to depositing the debris into the debris collection container. The front edge of the debris collection chamber, and the corresponding edge of the detachable lid has straight edges to facilitate raking debris onto the detachable lid or directly into the debris collection chamber.