Recycling Centers in Turlock, CA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Turlock, California. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Turlock and need a convenient place to recycle, this directory helps you find local recycling centers. These centers accept standard materials like paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and aluminum, as well as specialty items depending on the facility. Browse the listings below to find contact information and hours for each location.
Recycling in Turlock: A Local Guide
Turlock, California — the second-largest city in Stanislaus County — has three recycling facilities in its directory, each serving a very different purpose. Understanding which to visit depends entirely on what you're recycling.
For residents looking to redeem bottles, cans, and plastics for California Redemption Value, Turlock Recycling at 1020 S Walnut Road is the public CRV center. Operated by Turlock Scavenger Company, it's open Monday–Friday 9 AM–2 PM and Saturday 8 AM–1 PM. It pays CRV by weight on aluminum cans, glass bottles and jars, and eligible plastics — with rates updated as of January 1, 2026. There are daily load limits (100 lbs for aluminum, 100 lbs for plastic, 1,000 lbs for glass), and all containers must have labels attached and be free of liquids. Steel cans and mixed plastics are not accepted.
Peninsula Plastics Recycling at 530 S Tegner Road is a 180,000-square-foot industrial PET processor — it handles up to 60 million pounds of post-consumer PET per year for commercial clients. This is a B2B operation only and does not accept drop-offs from the general public. If you have bulk PET plastic for commercial processing, call (209) 669-6779 to discuss a business arrangement.
Sandoval Recycling at 954 W Main St serves the west side of Turlock; call 209-984-6157 to confirm current hours and what materials are accepted before visiting. For additional options in Stanislaus County, nearby cities include Modesto and Merced. The California recycling directory covers the full state.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Turlock
Where can I get CRV money back for bottles and cans in Turlock?
Turlock Recycling at 1020 S Walnut Rd pays California Redemption Value by weight on aluminum cans, glass bottles, and eligible plastics. Open Monday–Friday 9 AM–2 PM and Saturday 8 AM–1 PM. Bring sorted, label-on, liquid-free containers. Daily limits: 100 lbs aluminum, 100 lbs plastic, 1,000 lbs glass.
Does Turlock Recycling accept steel cans or mixed plastics?
No. Turlock Recycling does not accept steel cans or commingled plastics. Plastics must be sorted by type to receive CRV payment. Glass, aluminum, and plastic must each be kept separate.
Can I drop off plastic bottles at Peninsula Plastics Recycling in Turlock?
No. Peninsula Plastics Recycling is an industrial B2B PET processor and does not accept drop-offs from households or individuals. For public CRV redemption in Turlock, use Turlock Recycling at 1020 S Walnut Rd.
What recycling is available in Turlock on Saturdays?
Turlock Recycling is open Saturdays 8 AM–1 PM for CRV redemption of aluminum, glass, and plastics. Sandoval Recycling at 954 W Main St — call 209-984-6157 to confirm Saturday availability.