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Where to dump recycling in Illinois

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These facilities list this item as accepted, accepted with a fee, or limited. Item fees may be added to normal load charges.

Last verified: Nov 5, 2026 · Official sources ↓

Drop-off recycling is usually free. Check which materials each site takes.

Within each county, free and lower listed item prices come first. Check resident eligibility before choosing a free option.

Kane County

  • WM Batavia Transfer Station ↗

    Normal load fee applies

    Open to the public · Batavia

    Today: check posted hours Check posted hours below

    Check load fees and access rules before you go.

Cook County

  • WM Bluff City Transfer Station ↗

    Normal load fee applies

    Open to the public · Elgin

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    Check load fees and access rules before you go.

Monroe County

McHenry County

  • Nunda Road District Recycling Center ↗

    Normal load fee applies

    Residents only · Crystal Lake

    Today: check posted hours Check posted hours below

    Cans, glass, plastic bottles, paper, cardboard, scrap steel, light bulbs; car batteries and used motor oil during business hours.

Ogle County

  • Orchard Hills Landfill ↗

    Normal load fee applies

    Access: call to confirm · Davis Junction

    Today: check posted hours Hours not confirmed, call first

    Drop-off recycling bin on site.

Whiteside County

  • Prairie Hill Landfill ↗

    Normal load fee applies

    Access: call to confirm · Morrison

    Today: check posted hours Hours not confirmed, call first

    Recycling drop-off for residents.

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Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.

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