Recycling Center

Columbus County Recycling Center

10 Byrdville Freeman Rd, Bolton, NC 28423

(910) 655-5465

Small-town recycling center in Bolton that people from Columbus County bring their sorted recyclables to. Locals swing by with stuff from the house, yard cleanups, or small business pickups. It’s the kind of place neighbors mention when talking about clearing out old cardboard, cans, or electronics for proper disposal.

The site is the typical open lot with a small entry booth and a handful of large containers and compactors out back; expect to drive up, stop at the booth area, then pull forward to the drop-off lanes. Bins for cardboard, plastics, and metal are usually grouped together, while bulk items and electronics sit a little farther off to the side. Vehicles often back up into spots for unloading, so plan to take a bit of extra time if someone is sorting through a load nearby. Weekends and spring cleanup times bring the longest lines, and the overall feel is practical and hands-on rather than polished.

Facility Information

Type Recycling Center
City Bolton
State North Carolina

Before You Go

  • Sort materials at home into piles (cardboard, mixed cans/plastic, glass, bulk) so unloading goes faster and fewer people have to shuffle through the load.
  • Secure loose items with a tarp or straps for the drive over - loose debris can blow out when pulling onto the lot and creates extra cleanup for everyone.
  • Bring easily reachable bags or boxes for small items like batteries or cords so they don’t get lost in a big trunk or truck bed during unloading.