Glass bottles and jars are infinitely recyclable, but many curbside programs have dropped glass because it breaks and contaminates other materials. Dedicated glass drop-off bins are now the most reliable option in many cities.

In Michigan we list 8 glass drop-off locations across 8 cities, with the most in East Lansing, Grayling, Holland, Howell and Jackson. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Glass Drop-Off Locations in Michigan

Republic Services Community Recycling Center

📍Muskegon · 1970 Port City Blvd, Muskegon, MI 49442
📞+1 231-773-8551
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Ottawa County Environmental Sustainability Center

📍Holland · 14053 Quincy St, Holland, MI 49424
📞+1 616-393-5645
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Recycle Livingston

📍Howell · 170 Catrell Dr, Howell, MI 48843
📞+1 517-548-4439
🕐Today: Closed
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Grayling Township Recycling Center

📍Grayling · 4670 W North Down River Rd, Grayling, MI 49738
📞+1 989-348-4361
🕐Today: 2–7 PM
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Recycling Jackson

📍Jackson · 1401 N Brown St, Jackson, MI 49202
📞+1 517-414-6142
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Msu Surplus Store And Recycling Center

📍East Lansing · 468 Green Way, East Lansing, MI 48824
📞+1 517-355-1723
🕐Today: Closed
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Midland Recyclers

📍Midland · 4305 E Ashman St, Midland, MI 48642
📞+1 989-631-1668
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Granger Recycling Center

📍Lansing · 16936 Wood Rd, Lansing, MI 48906
📞+1 517-372-2800
🕐Today: Open 24 hours
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Recycling Glass in Michigan: What to Know

🍾 Bottles & jars
Rinse and drop in a glass-only bin; colors are usually mixed.
🚫 Not accepted
Window glass, mirrors, Pyrex, ceramics and light bulbs are a different composition — keep them out.

How to Prepare Glass

  • Rinse containers and leave labels on (they burn off in processing).
  • Keep window glass, mirrors, ceramics and Pyrex out of the glass stream.
  • Use a dedicated glass drop-off if your curbside program no longer takes glass.

Glass Recycling FAQ — Michigan

Which Michigan cities have the most glass drop-off locations?

The most glass drop-offs are in East Lansing (1), Grayling (1), Holland (1), Howell (1) and Jackson (1). In total we list 8 locations across 8 Michigan cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle glass in Michigan?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Michigan directory. Look for dedicated glass drop-off bins — many curbside programs no longer accept glass. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off glass?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put glass in my curbside bin?

Usually no — glass typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all glass recycling locations by city, the full Michigan recycling directory, or glass recycling in California, New Jersey, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Minnesota.