Grayling Township Recycling Center

Small town recycling center in Grayling that locals use to keep recyclables out of the landfill. People drop off household cardboard, mixed containers, metal and some bulky items here, and it gets regular traffic from residents and small haulers. The site sits just off W North Down River Road and feels like a working, no-frills place.

Pull into a gravel lot and look for a low building or booth near the entrance where vehicles queue; then move on to the rows of dumpsters and collection bins. Bins for cardboard and mixed containers are grouped together, with separate areas for metal pieces and larger items. Expect to carry things to the edge of each container - it’s hands-on drop-off rather than a conveyor. Because Michigan has a bottle deposit program, bottles and cans may be handled differently than other recyclables, so plan accordingly.