Recycling Center

Ocean City Recycle Yard

1 Shelter Rd, Ocean City, NJ 08226

(609) 399-6111

Small, practical recycling center in town that locals swing by with bags or the occasional pickup load. Neighbors use it for sorting out paper, bottles, cans and the random bulk items that don't belong in curbside bins. It’s the kind of place people bring seasonal cleanups and leftover project materials to keep out of the landfill.

A modest paved lot with an entrance booth and a set of large recycling containers visible from the road; it looks like a working yard rather than a storefront. Pull up to the booth to check in, then follow the arrows or attendants to the appropriate bin area - containers for paper and cardboard are usually separate from containers for bottles and cans. There’s often a scale and a short stop on the way back out for larger loads, so expect a slight pause before leaving. Signs and posted lists typically show what’s accepted, and some centers run seasonal programs for electronics or other special materials.

Facility Information

Type Recycling Center
City Ocean City
State New Jersey

Before You Go

  • Flatten boxes and tie them where possible so they don’t take up extra space in the paper/cardboard bin.
  • Bring items separated by type in clearly labeled piles or containers - it speeds things up and keeps traffic moving.
  • Avoid weekend mornings during spring cleanup; midweek or late afternoon visits tend to encounter shorter lines.