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About This Location

The Mecklenburg County Self-Service Recycling Center at 6220 Park Rd in Charlotte offers free, unstaffed drop-off recycling for county residents seven days a week.

What this location Accepts

✓ Cardboard (flattened)
✓ Newspaper
✓ Magazines
✓ Office paper
✓ Milk and juice cartons
✓ Aluminum beverage cans
✓ Steel/tin cans
✓ Aerosol cans (empty)
✓ Plastics #1 and #2 bottles

Related recycling guides: Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Household trash
✕ Paint or hazardous chemicals
✕ Furniture
✕ Yard waste
✕ Plastics other than #1 and #2 bottles

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Park Rd recycling center staffed?

No. This is a self-service site — there is no staff on duty. Bring your materials sorted and place them in the labeled bins.

Can I drop off glass at 6220 Park Rd?

Glass is not listed among the accepted items at this self-service site. Check wipeoutwaste.mecknc.gov or call Mecklenburg County Solid Waste at (704) 336-2673 for the nearest glass drop-off.

What plastics are accepted at the Park Road recycling center?

Only #1 (PET) and #2 (HDPE) plastic bottles are accepted. Plastic bags, film, foam, and containers other than bottles and jugs are not accepted.

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Contact & Location

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Address
6220 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210
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City / State
Charlotte, North Carolina

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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