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About This Location

Berlin's Route 50 recycling drop-off station operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week — no staff, no permit, and no fee — making it the most accessible recycling option in town.

What this location Accepts

✓ Newspaper
✓ Cardboard
✓ Mixed paper and magazines
✓ Glass bottles and jars
✓ Plastic containers
✓ Aluminum and bi-metal cans

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Electronics, used oil, or batteries (take to Berlin Homeowners Convenience Center at 9636 Mill Haven Rd)
✕ Household trash or bulk items
✕ Yard waste
✕ Hazardous materials

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Where exactly is the Berlin Route 50 recycling drop-off?

The drop-off containers are located along Route 50 (Ocean Gateway) near the Walmart and Samuel Bowen Boulevard intersection in Berlin, MD 21811. It is an unmanned, 24-hour site with seven labeled bins.

What can I recycle at the Berlin 24-hour drop-off on Route 50?

You can drop off newspaper, cardboard, mixed paper, magazines, glass bottles and jars, plastic containers, and aluminum and bi-metal cans. The site does not accept electronics, trash, or hazardous materials.

Is there a fee or permit needed to use the Berlin recycling drop-off?

No fee and no permit — this unmanned station is free and open to anyone at any hour. If you need to dispose of household trash or electronics, visit the <a href="/md/berlin/worcester-county-solid-waste-md-berlin/">Worcester County Berlin Convenience Center</a> at 9636 Mill Haven Rd, which requires a permit or PAYT bag for trash but offers free recycling as well.

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Contact & Location

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Address
Berlin, MD 21811
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City / State
Berlin, Maryland

Opening Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
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