Timberline Recycling Center#
The City of Fort Collins’ Timberline Recycling Center accepts both everyday recyclables (bottles, cans, cardboard etc.) and hard-to-recycle materials such as electronics, batteries, motor oil, wood waste, and more.
Located at 1903 S. Timberline Rd., Fort Collins CO 80525 - Take a Virtual Tour
Note: The Timberline Recycling Center will close or delay opening in cases of severe weather such as heavy snowfall, ice and high winds.
![Large green recycling bins](https://www.fcgov.com/recycling/img/img_8281.jpg)
Everyday Recyclables Yard
Accepts everyday recyclables such as bottles, cans, cardboard, glass, and plastic bags.
Free of charge to recycle.
Open seven days/week, pending severe weather such as heavy snow, ice, and extreme winds.
April - October
6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
November - March
7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
![recycling bins](https://www.fcgov.com/recycling/img/0.jpg)
Hard-to-Recycle Materials Yard
Accepts hard-to-recycle materials including electronics, batteries, paint, motor oil, and more.
$5 entry fee applies plus additional fees for some materials.
Closed Sundays, Mondays & Holidays
Open Tuesday – Saturday, pending severe weather such as heavy snow, ice, and extreme winds.
April – October
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
November – March
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
![Two people posing behind an event table.](https://www.fcgov.com/recycling/img/20190806_194758.jpg)
Volunteer
Passionate about recycling and waste reduction?
Recycling Ambassadors help visitors at the Timberline Recycling Center, support recycling education and outreach at local events, and help research local recycling options.
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Mulch Pick Up
Mulch generated from City of Fort Collins Forestry operations is available on a first-come-first served basis for Fort Collins community members. Please limit use to one truckload per day and plan to load mulch yourself.
Mulch is subject to availability; there is not a set delivery schedule.
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FAQs
Check out our frequently asked questions to learn more about the Timberline Recycling Center.