Recycling Centers in Ashland, OR
Find drop-off recycling locations in Ashland, Oregon. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Ashland and need a convenient place to recycle, this directory helps you find local recycling centers. These centers accept standard materials like paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and aluminum, as well as specialty items depending on the facility. Browse the listings below to find contact information and hours for each location.
Recycling in Ashland: A Local Guide
Ashland, Oregon has a well-rounded network of recycling and reuse options serving both residents and visitors. The main public drop-off facility is the Ashland Recycling Center at 220 Water St, operated by Recology Ashland. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (closed Mondays, Sundays, and major holidays), the center accepts mixed recyclables, glass containers, bottles and cans, cardboard, and soft plastics through a TREX partnership. Glass must be sorted separately from bags and 6-pack holders. The center also hosts a compost demonstration area, a free community moving-supplies exchange, and the SOMRA Lend-Me-A-Plate program for reusable dishware.
Recology Ashland at 170 Oak St is the city's franchised waste hauler, providing curbside trash and recycling pickup, debris box rentals, hazardous waste disposal, and electronics and universal waste recycling. Items that cannot go in curbside bins — electronics, fluorescent bulbs, paint, pesticides, medications, and motor oil — must use Recology's hazardous waste program or be taken to the Valley View Transfer Station in Medford. A free community leaf composting event is scheduled for November 22, 2026, at Valley View Transfer Station.
For donated goods, Goodwill Ashland at 777 E Jefferson Ave accepts gently used clothing, furniture, and electronics (but not televisions). Donation lanes typically run 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily. Proceeds support the GoodWorks job training program serving southern Oregon communities. Other Oregon recycling centers can be found in nearby cities including Medford, Grants Pass, and Klamath Falls.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Ashland
What can I drop off at the Ashland Recycling Center on Water St?
The Ashland Recycling Center at 220 Water St accepts mixed recyclables, glass containers, bottles and cans, cardboard, and soft plastics (via TREX). It does not accept electronics, car batteries, heavy metals, or motor oil — those go to the Valley View Transfer Station. Hours: Tue–Sat, 9 AM–5 PM.
How do I dispose of paint, electronics, or hazardous waste in Ashland OR?
Recology Ashland runs a hazardous waste program for paint, pesticides, cleaning products, medications, and fluorescent bulbs — call (541) 482-1471 for instructions. Electronics and motor oil are accepted free at the Valley View Transfer Station in Medford.
Does Goodwill in Ashland OR accept TVs for recycling?
No. Goodwill Ashland at 777 E Jefferson Ave no longer accepts televisions. For e-waste including TVs, use Recology's electronics recycling program or take items to Valley View Transfer Station.
Can I recycle plastic bags in Ashland OR?
Yes. The Ashland Recycling Center accepts soft plastics including plastic bags and film through a partnership with TREX composite materials. Bring them during open hours, Tuesday through Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM.