Recycling Center Murrells Inlet: Hours, Map & Accepted Items
Use this Murrells Inlet recycling center guide before you load your car. Murrells Inlet sits near county lines, so this page explains the Georgetown County Murrells Inlet Convenience Center, the nearby Horry County McDowell Shortcut center, hours, Sunday access, accepted items, e-waste, household hazardous waste, yard trimmings, swap shop notes, map links, and which location fits your address.
5455 Wesley Road is listed Monday-Friday 7 AM-6 PM, Saturday 8 AM-6 PM, and Sunday 10 AM-3 PM.
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Fast Answer for Murrells Inlet Residents
The most direct search result for Murrells Inlet recycling center is the Georgetown County Murrells Inlet Convenience Center at 5455 Wesley Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. The listed phone number is 843-651-0872. Hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-6:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM-6:00 PM, and Sunday 10:00 AM-3:00 PM.
Murrells Inlet also has an Horry County-side option: the McDowell Shortcut Recycling Convenience Center at 10622 McDowell Shortcut Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. Horry County rules are stricter: the SWA says only residents living in unincorporated Horry County can use its 25 Recycling Convenience Centers, and residents are limited to 4 cubic yards per day.
On This Page
- Murrells Inlet recycling overview
- Hours and Sunday schedule
- Which center should you use?
- Address, phone and directions
- Accepted items
- Not accepted and caution items
- Electronics recycling
- Household hazardous waste
- Swap shop and reuse
- Horry County McDowell Shortcut center
- Holiday closures
- How to prepare your load
- Official links
- Map
- FAQ
Murrells Inlet Recycling Center Overview
Murrells Inlet recycling can be confusing because the community sits near the Georgetown County and Horry County line. A visitor, renter, senior resident, or new homeowner may see two different recycling center systems in search results. This guide separates them so you do not drive to the wrong center with the wrong load.
The Georgetown County Murrells Inlet center at 5455 Wesley Road is the main local center most people mean by “Murrells Inlet Recycling Center.” It accepts common recycling categories and has Sunday hours. The Horry County McDowell Shortcut center is another Murrells Inlet-area center, but it follows Horry County resident-use rules and is closed Tuesday.
Murrells Inlet Recycling Center Hours
The Georgetown County Murrells Inlet Convenience Center at 5455 Wesley Road is listed open Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. These hours are especially useful for weekend drop-off, but holidays can still change access.
| Day | 5455 Wesley Road Hours | Resident Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00 AM-6:00 PM | Good weekday option for sorted loads. |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM-6:00 PM | Georgetown center is open; Horry McDowell Shortcut is closed Tuesday. |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM-6:00 PM | Good weekday option. |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM-6:00 PM | Good weekday option. |
| Friday | 7:00 AM-6:00 PM | Check holiday notices before holiday-week visits. |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM-6:00 PM | Popular weekend drop-off day; presort before arrival. |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM-3:00 PM | Shorter Sunday window; do not arrive late with a large load. |
Which Murrells Inlet Recycling Center Should You Use?
Do not choose a center only because it appears closest on a map. Choose by your county/residency rule and by item type. Georgetown County’s Wesley Road center is the main listed Murrells Inlet drop-off site. Horry County’s McDowell Shortcut center is for unincorporated Horry County residents under SWA limits.
| Need / Situation | Best Starting Point | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown County side of Murrells Inlet | Murrells Inlet Convenience Center, 5455 Wesley Road | It is the Georgetown County Murrells Inlet listing with phone and full weekly hours. |
| Unincorporated Horry County resident | McDowell Shortcut, 10622 McDowell Shortcut Road | Horry SWA centers are restricted to qualifying unincorporated Horry County residents. |
| Electronics | Start with Georgetown County guidance or call the center | Murrells Inlet is listed among Georgetown centers accepting e-waste during normal hours. |
| Paint, cleaners, lawn chemicals, automotive chemicals | Georgetown County Landfill HHW Facility | HHW is listed at the Landfill Recycling Center on Hwy 51, not as a normal Murrells Inlet bin item. |
| Reusable clean items | Murrells Inlet Swap Shop | Georgetown County lists Murrells Inlet as a swap shop location for reusable unwanted items. |
Murrells Inlet Recycling Center Address, Phone and Directions
The Georgetown County Murrells Inlet Convenience Center address is 5455 Wesley Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. The listed phone number is 843-651-0872. Use the map link before leaving, especially if you are visiting for the first time or bringing a large sorted load.
Accepted Items at the Murrells Inlet Recycling Center
Georgetown County convenience centers collect multiple recycling and disposal categories. The listed materials include aluminum cans, large appliances, lead-acid batteries, cardboard, cooking oil, glass bottles, newspaper, plastic bottles, jars and jugs, scrap metal, steel cans, automobile and small-truck tires without rims, used motor oil, used oil filters and bottles, and yard trimmings.
| Category | Accepted Examples | Preparation Rule |
|---|---|---|
| Paper / cardboard | Newspaper and cardboard. | Keep paper dry and flatten cardboard boxes. |
| Cans and metals | Aluminum cans, steel cans and scrap metal. | Rinse cans when possible and separate metal by posted signs. |
| Glass | Brown, green and clear glass bottles. | Use bottle glass only; do not assume mirrors, ceramics or cookware qualify. |
| Plastic containers | Plastic bottles, jars and jugs. | Empty and rinse containers; avoid bagging recyclables. |
| Automotive / liquids | Lead-acid batteries, cooking oil, used motor oil, filters and bottles. | Keep liquids sealed and upright; ask staff before unloading. |
| Tires | Automobile and small-truck tires with no rims. | Remove rims and verify limits before bringing many tires. |
| Yard trimmings | Yard waste / yard trimmings. | Keep yard trimmings separate from household garbage and recyclables. |
| Electronics | Electronics are accepted at Murrells Inlet during normal operating hours according to Georgetown listings. | Wipe data from computers, phones and tablets before drop-off. |
Items Not Accepted or Better Handled Elsewhere
Do not use the Murrells Inlet center as a catch-all dump. Some materials require special handling at the Georgetown County landfill facility or another official route. Household hazardous waste such as paint products, cleaning products, automotive products and lawn/garden chemicals is listed through Georgetown County’s Household Hazardous Waste Facility at the Landfill Recycling Center on Hwy 51.
Electronics Recycling in Murrells Inlet
Georgetown County lists an Electronic Waste Centralized Collection Facility at the Landfill Recycling Center on Hwy 51, and also says electronic waste is accepted at several convenience centers during normal operating hours, including Murrells Inlet. Accepted e-waste examples include cable boxes, computers, copiers, mobile phones, monitors, printers, radios, scanners, televisions and VCRs.
Before recycling computers, phones, tablets or any device that stored personal information, back up files, sign out of accounts, remove memory cards, and wipe the device when possible. A drop-off site handles the material; it does not automatically protect your personal data.
Household Hazardous Waste Near Murrells Inlet
For household hazardous waste, Georgetown County lists the HHW facility at the Landfill Recycling Center on Hwy 51. Hours are listed as Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-5:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM, closed Sunday. Materials accepted include automotive products, cleaning products, lawn and garden care materials, paint products, and other miscellaneous products.
HHW materials not accepted include asbestos, bio-hazardous or medical waste, explosives or ammunition, propane cylinders larger than 16.4 ounces, and radioactive material. Keep chemicals in original containers if possible, do not mix products, and transport liquids upright in a sturdy box.
Murrells Inlet Swap Shop and Reuse Option
Georgetown County lists Murrells Inlet as one of the drop-off sites with a swap shop for reusable but unwanted items. The swap shop is for clean, usable goods that can be repurposed instead of landfilled. It is not a place for trash, dirty items, electronics, mattresses, clothing, shoes or toys.
Horry County McDowell Shortcut Recycling Center
The Horry County Solid Waste Authority lists the McDowell Shortcut Recycling Convenience Center at 10622 McDowell Shortcut Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. The center is off Highway 707 between US-17 Bypass and St. James schools. It is listed closed Tuesday.
Horry County’s general convenience center hours are listed as 7:00 AM-6:00 PM Monday-Saturday and 1:00 PM-6:00 PM Sunday, with each site’s closed day shown on the chart. Horry County also says only residents living in unincorporated areas of Horry County can use the 25 Recycling Convenience Centers, and users are limited to a total of 4 cubic yards of material per day.
| Horry County McDowell Shortcut | Detail | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Address | 10622 McDowell Shortcut Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 | Different from Georgetown County’s Wesley Road center. |
| Closed day | Tuesday | Do not use Tuesday for McDowell Shortcut drop-off. |
| General hours | 7 AM-6 PM Monday-Saturday, 1 PM-6 PM Sunday | Site-specific closed days still apply. |
| User rule | Unincorporated Horry County residents only | Not every Murrells Inlet address qualifies. |
| Load limit | Up to 4 cubic yards per day | Large cleanouts may need another disposal route. |
Holiday Closures and Before-You-Go Checks
Georgetown County and Horry County publish separate holiday closure notices. Horry County lists all Recycling and Convenience Centers closed on New Year’s Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Georgetown County’s holiday page can list specific landfill and recycling center closures, including upcoming county-observed holidays.
How to Prepare Your Murrells Inlet Recycling Load
- Choose the right county system first. Use Wesley Road for Georgetown County guidance and McDowell Shortcut only if you qualify under Horry County rules.
- Presort before arrival. Separate paper, cardboard, glass, cans, metals, plastics, electronics, batteries, used oil, yard trimmings and tires before leaving home.
- Flatten cardboard. Flattened boxes save container space and make unloading faster.
- Keep liquids sealed. Used oil, filters, bottles and cooking oil should be sealed and upright.
- Remove rims from tires. The Georgetown list specifies automobile and small-truck tires with no rims.
- Wipe electronics data. Clear personal data from phones, tablets, computers and storage devices before e-waste drop-off.
- Do not bring hidden trash. Bagged or mixed loads slow down attendants and can be rejected if they contain contaminants.
- Call before bringing anything unusual. Chemicals, paint, large appliances, business waste, construction material and medical waste need extra confirmation.
Official Murrells Inlet Recycling Links
Murrells Inlet Recycling Center Map and Directions
The map below points to the Georgetown County Murrells Inlet Convenience Center at 5455 Wesley Road. If you are using the Horry County McDowell Shortcut center, use the separate McDowell map link in this section. Always verify county eligibility and item rules before driving.
Map note: Recycling-Centre.org is an independent informational guide, not the official Georgetown County, Horry County or SC DES website. Hours, accepted items, resident rules, fees, holidays and disposal options can change. Always verify with the official county page before driving.
Frequently Asked Questions About Murrells Inlet Recycling Center
Where is the Murrells Inlet Recycling Center?
The Georgetown County Murrells Inlet Convenience Center is located at 5455 Wesley Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.
What are the Murrells Inlet Recycling Center hours?
The Georgetown County Murrells Inlet center is listed Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-6:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM-6:00 PM, and Sunday 10:00 AM-3:00 PM.
Is the Murrells Inlet Recycling Center open on Sunday?
Yes, the Georgetown County Murrells Inlet center is listed for Sunday hours from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Always check holiday notices before visiting.
What phone number should I call?
For the Georgetown County Murrells Inlet center at Wesley Road, call 843-651-0872. For broader Georgetown County recycling questions, use the county recycling office contacts on the official page.
What items are accepted at Murrells Inlet Recycling Center?
Georgetown County convenience centers collect aluminum cans, large appliances, lead-acid batteries, cardboard, cooking oil, glass bottles, newspaper, plastic bottles, jars and jugs, scrap metal, steel cans, automobile and small-truck tires without rims, used motor oil, filters and bottles, and yard trimmings.
Does Murrells Inlet accept electronics?
Yes. Georgetown County lists Murrells Inlet among the convenience centers that accept electronic waste during normal operating hours. Examples include computers, monitors, printers, mobile phones, televisions and similar electronics.
Where do paint and household chemicals go?
Georgetown County lists household hazardous waste service at the Landfill Recycling Center on Hwy 51. Paint, cleaning products, lawn and garden chemicals and automotive products should be checked through that HHW facility rather than treated as normal Murrells Inlet recycling.
Is there a Horry County recycling center in Murrells Inlet?
Yes. Horry County SWA lists McDowell Shortcut Recycling Convenience Center at 10622 McDowell Shortcut Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. It is for qualifying unincorporated Horry County residents and is listed closed Tuesday.
Can anyone use the Horry County McDowell Shortcut center?
No. Horry County SWA says only residents living in unincorporated Horry County can use the county’s 25 Recycling Convenience Centers, with a 4-cubic-yard-per-day limit.
Does Murrells Inlet have a swap shop?
Georgetown County lists Murrells Inlet as a swap shop location for clean, reusable unwanted items. Swap shop rules apply, and electronics, mattresses, clothes, shoes and toys are not accepted in the swap shop.
Does the center take tires?
Georgetown County lists automobile and small-truck tires with no rims among collected items. Remove rims and call ahead if bringing multiple tires.
Is Recycling-Centre.org the official Murrells Inlet recycling website?
No. Recycling-Centre.org is an independent informational guide. Always verify hours, accepted materials, holidays, county eligibility and disposal rules with Georgetown County, Horry County SWA or SC DES before visiting.
Final Murrells Inlet Recycling Center Summary
For the main Georgetown County Murrells Inlet recycling center, go to 5455 Wesley Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. Listed hours are Monday-Friday 7 AM-6 PM, Saturday 8 AM-6 PM, and Sunday 10 AM-3 PM. Call 843-651-0872 before bringing electronics, tires, liquids, yard trimmings, large appliances or anything unusual.
If you live on the Horry County side, check the McDowell Shortcut center at 10622 McDowell Shortcut Road, but do not assume you qualify. Horry County says its convenience centers are for residents living in unincorporated Horry County and have a 4-cubic-yard-per-day limit.