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About This Location

Recycle St Pete is the City of St. Petersburg's residential recycling program, with drop-off access at 1320 5th St N (Crescent Lake site) for residents who need an extra option outside curbside pickup.

What this location Accepts

✓ Glass bottles and jars (all colors)
✓ Aluminum and steel cans
✓ Plastic bottles, jugs, jars, tubs (#1–#7)
✓ Milk and juice cartons
✓ Newspapers and magazines
✓ Mixed paper and corrugated cardboard

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Plastic bags or dry-cleaning bags
✕ Plastic wrap or film
✕ Styrofoam / polystyrene
✕ Paper towels or napkins
✕ Electronics (e-waste)
✕ Hazardous household waste

Programs & events

  • Curbside recycling — City utility customers receive curbside recycling pickup bi-monthly using the provided gray cart.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to sort recyclables at this St. Pete drop-off?

No. St. Petersburg uses single-stream recycling — all accepted materials can go into one bin together without sorting.

Are plastic bags accepted at the Recycle St Pete site?

No. Plastic bags, dry-cleaning bags, plastic wrap, and Styrofoam are not accepted at any city recycling drop-off. Plastic bags can clog sorting machinery.

What is the phone number for St. Pete Sanitation to confirm drop-off hours?

Contact Sanitation Customer Service at (727) 893-7838 or visit stpete.org for the most current hours at each drop-off location.

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Contact & Location

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Address
1320 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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City / State
St Petersburg, Florida

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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