Sand Hill Recycling

Small, no-frills recycling center tucked just off US-29 in Auburn, used by local homeowners and folks cleaning out garages. Easy to spot from the highway; people bring single-item drop-offs and full carloads alike. Expect the place to feel like a working yard rather than a showroom.

Pull in from 4520 US-29 and follow the short driveway to the yard - there’s usually a small booth or office near the entrance and large outdoor bays where materials are sorted. Typical accepted items at this type of facility include cardboard, paper, mixed plastics, glass, and scrap metal, and many centers also host occasional electronics or appliance drop-offs and special collection events. Vehicles are directed to specific drop-off points for each material, so be prepared to move between stations and to wait during busy weekend or seasonal clean-up times. Keep a tarp or tie-downs handy for loose loads; wind and passing trucks can scatter things quickly.