Hickory Recycling Center
Recycling Center in Hickory, North Carolina
About This Location
The City of Hickory, North Carolina operates recycling drop-off for residents through its Public Services division. The city's published drop-off locations accept aluminum cans, cardboard, mixed paper, newspaper, glass (green, brown and clear), and #1 and #2 plastics; the Solid Waste Transfer Station on 1st Ave SW also takes used motor oil and antifreeze. For questions about the 12th St Pl NE site specifically, call Public Services at (828) 323-7500 to confirm current location and hours before visiting.
What Hickory Recycling Center Accepts
Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Motor Oil
What they do not accept
The city page does not publish a full not-accepted list; call (828) 323-7500 before bringing e-waste, tires, appliances or household hazardous waste.
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · City of Hickory recycling drop-off; call Public Services at (828) 323-7500 to confirm the 12th St Pl NE location and hours
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I recycle in Hickory, NC?
The City of Hickory accepts aluminum cans, cardboard, newspaper and mixed paper, glass (green, brown and clear), and #1 and #2 plastics at its drop-off centers. The 1st Ave SW Transfer Station also takes used motor oil and antifreeze.
What are the hours of the Hickory recycling drop-off?
The city's 9th Ave NE Convenience Center is listed as Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and the 1st Ave SW Transfer Station as Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hours for the 12th St Pl NE address are not published; call (828) 323-7500 to confirm.
Does Hickory recycling take plastics beyond #1 and #2?
The city's published guidance lists only #1 and #2 plastics at its drop-off centers. Other plastic numbers are not confirmed as accepted.
How do I get rid of tree branches or yard waste in Hickory?
The residential recycling page does not cover yard waste or tree branch disposal. Contact City of Hickory Public Services at (828) 323-7500 for yard-waste and brush collection options.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
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