Kernersville Recycling Center

About This Location

The Kernersville Recycling Center at 445 Lindsay Street is a free drop-off operated by Forsyth County for all county residents. It accepts clean, rinsed recyclables: corrugated cardboard and chipboard, newspaper, magazines, office paper, aluminum and steel/tin cans, glass food and beverage containers, and plastics marked 1, 2 and 5. It is a recyclables-only drop-off - items like Styrofoam, plastic bags, light bulbs, ceramics and paint cans are not accepted.

What Kernersville Recycling Center (Forsyth County Drop-Off) Accepts

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

This is a recyclables-only drop-off. All accepted items must be clean and rinsed.

Access & restrictions

Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Operated by Forsyth County at no charge to county residents. Closed on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Programs & events

• Forsyth County recycling drop-off centers

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

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