Martel Recycling Center: Today’s Hours, Fees & Directions
Use this Martel Recycling Center guide before you load your car. It explains today’s hours, Marion County fee rules, address, phone number, accepted household garbage, single-stream recycling, furniture, electronics, tires, yard waste, batteries, household hazardous waste limits, holiday closures, and map directions in plain local language.
Regular Martel hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday with extended Friday evening hours.
Ocala, FL 34474 Address 296 SW 67th Ave. Road Solid Waste Phone (352) 671-8465 Official Hours Marion County → MC
Fast Answer for Marion County Residents
Martel Recycling Center is a Marion County recycling center at 296 SW 67th Ave. Road, Ocala, FL 34474. The regular Ocala-area schedule lists Martel-area recycling centers open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 7 AM-5 PM, Friday from 7 AM-7 PM, and Sunday from 9 AM-5 PM. It is normally closed Tuesday and Thursday.
Martel is more useful than a basic garbage-only drop-off because Marion County lists it as a location that also accepts household electronics and up to five passenger-sized tires per day. It is also listed for furniture disposal. Still, not every material belongs here, and commercial users who do not pay the solid waste assessment are not permitted to use recycling centers.
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Martel Recycling Center Overview
Martel Recycling Center is part of Marion County Solid Waste’s network of recycling centers. Marion County says its recycling centers accept specific materials by location, and Martel is one of the Ocala-area sites. This means the exact item matters: some materials are accepted at Martel, while others must go to Baseline Landfill, Baseline Household Hazardous Waste, a special event, or another proper disposal route.
The key distinction is residential versus commercial. Marion County says materials are accepted from those paying the solid waste assessment, and businesses that do not pay the assessment are not permitted to dispose of trash or recyclables at recycling centers. Commercial users should contact Solid Waste or use Baseline Transfer Station options.
Martel Recycling Center Today’s Hours
Martel follows the Ocala-area recycling center schedule. Regular hours are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Tuesday and Thursday are not listed as regular open days for the Ocala-area schedule.
| Day | Regular Martel Hours | Before You Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7 AM-5 PM | Good day for standard residential drop-off. |
| Tuesday | Closed under regular schedule | Use another open county facility if available. |
| Wednesday | 7 AM-5 PM | Check holidays before loading. |
| Thursday | Closed under regular schedule | Plan around this closure. |
| Friday | 7 AM-7 PM | Extended evening hours under the regular schedule. |
| Saturday | 7 AM-5 PM | Expect heavier traffic; sort before arriving. |
| Sunday | 9 AM-5 PM | Useful weekend option, unless a holiday schedule applies. |
Martel Recycling Center Fees, Assessment Rules and Permit Notes
For residents in unincorporated Marion County who pay the solid waste assessment, county recycling centers are generally used at no additional per-visit cost for accepted residential materials. Marion County’s rules focus on assessment status, residency, volume limits and correct material placement rather than a simple cash-per-load fee at Martel.
| User Type | Fee / Access Rule | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Unincorporated Marion County resident paying solid waste assessment | Access for accepted residential materials at county recycling centers. | Bring proof of residency if asked and follow material limits. |
| Inside incorporated municipality in Marion County | Non-assessed permit listed at $215 per year. | Purchase permit at Baseline if eligible and needed. |
| Outside Marion County | Non-assessed permit listed at $268.75 per year. | Permit is annual and may be prorated after Oct. 1. |
| Commercial / business user | Not permitted at recycling centers if not paying the solid waste assessment. | Use Baseline Transfer Station or contact Solid Waste for business programs. |
| Fee-based landfill disposal | Some items may need Baseline Landfill/Transfer Station for a fee. | Do not assume Martel will accept construction, commercial or oversized rejected items. |
Items Accepted at Martel Recycling Center
Martel accepts household garbage and single-stream recycling under Marion County’s rules. The county lists single-stream recycling items such as newspapers, junk mail, magazines, phone books, cardboard, plastics labeled #1 through #5 and #7, aluminum cans, clean aluminum foil, pots and pans, and clean tin cans. Glass is no longer accepted at recycling centers.
| Material | Accepted at Martel? | Important Limit / Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| Household garbage | Yes, up to county limits. | County lists up to 180 gallons per day; secure loads to prevent littering. |
| Single-stream recycling | Yes. | No need to separate accepted paper, cardboard, plastics #1-5 and #7, aluminum and tin. |
| Cardboard | Yes. | Flatten boxes and keep cardboard clean and dry. |
| Furniture | Yes, Martel is listed as a furniture site. | Residential furniture only; no commercial furniture or construction materials. |
| Household electronics | Yes, Martel is listed as an electronics site. | No business electronics, truck/trailer loads or commercial vehicles. |
| Passenger tires | Yes, up to 5 passenger-sized tires per day. | Passenger-sized tire limit applies; verify unusual tire types before hauling. |
| Yard waste | Yes, within county limits. | Two cubic yards per day; branches under 4 inches diameter and under 4 feet long. |
| Glass | No. | County says glass is no longer accepted at recycling centers; bag glass bottles with household garbage. |
Electronics Recycling at Martel
Marion County lists Martel as one of the recycling centers with household electronics recycling. Accepted household electronics include cell phones, computers, computer components, copiers, DVD and VCR players, e-book readers, fax machines, handheld electronics, monitors, MP3 players, printers, tablets, televisions, microwaves, pagers, radios, rechargeable batteries and scanners.
Electronics from businesses, truck or trailer loads of electronics, electronics in commercial or work vehicles, and electronics from those not paying the solid waste assessment are not accepted through the normal recycling-center route. Wipe personal data from phones, computers and tablets before drop-off.
Tires, Furniture, Metal and Yard Waste
Martel is one of the county locations listed for up to five passenger-sized tires per day. It is also listed as a furniture disposal site. Furniture examples include beds, box springs, couches, chairs, sofas, dressers, mattresses, mirrors, tables and other household furniture.
Scrap metal accepted at county recycling centers includes aluminum baking trays, aluminum siding and poles, barbeques, dishwashers, expired license plates, lawncare equipment, ovens and ranges, pipe, refrigerators, washers and dryers, large household appliances and other metal products. Chain-link fence, cable, propane tanks, sealed drums, sealed containers and wire are not accepted as scrap metal.
Yard waste is accepted within limits. Marion County lists leaves, hedge clippings and small branches, with a two-cubic-yard residential yard-waste limit per day. Branches must be less than four inches in diameter and less than four feet long.
Household Hazardous Waste and Batteries
Marion County lists several household hazardous waste items accepted at recycling centers: automotive fluids such as motor oil up to five gallons, batteries, CFL bulbs or tubes, and paints up to five gallons. Bigger or more complex hazardous materials may need the Baseline Household Hazardous Waste route instead of Martel.
Accepted battery types at recycling centers include lithium ion, small sealed lead acid, nickel-cadmium, wet cell lead acid, nickel metal hydride, portable power tool batteries, battery packs, automotive batteries and old-style cell phone batteries. Alkaline, lithium and button batteries are listed as not requiring special processing and should be placed in household garbage containers under county guidance.
Items Not Accepted at Martel Recycling Center
Marion County says Solid Waste no longer accepts abrasive grit, asbestos, boats, concrete, contaminated soil, deceased pets or livestock, dirt, rocks, sod, power poles, RVs, mobile homes and sludge. Construction and demolition materials are also not acceptable as furniture or household garbage at Martel.
Martel Recycling Center Holiday Hours
Holiday schedules can override normal Martel hours. Marion County posts a yearly holiday-hours page for Solid Waste facilities. For 2026, the county lists all Solid Waste facilities closed on Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day 2027, with special open or early-close rules on other holidays.
Before-You-Drive Checklist
- Check the day. Martel is regularly open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, not Tuesday or Thursday.
- Check holiday hours. Holiday closures and early closing times override regular hours.
- Confirm your access. Materials are accepted from those paying the solid waste assessment; non-assessed users may need a permit.
- Sort materials at home. Separate household garbage, single-stream recycling, electronics, tires, furniture, yard waste, metal and HHW items.
- Secure your load. Marion County requires materials to be secured in bags or enclosed containers to prevent littering and spillage.
- Stay out of compactors. Do not put hands, arms or body inside compactors; they can start at any time.
- Call before unusual loads. If it is commercial, construction-related, oversized, hazardous or unclear, call 352-671-8465 first.
Official Marion County Links
Martel Recycling Center Map and Directions
The map below points to Martel Recycling Center at 296 SW 67th Ave. Road, Ocala, FL 34474. Use it for directions, but use Marion County’s official pages for current hours, holiday closures, accepted materials, permit rules and disposal limits.
Map note: Recycling-Centre.org is an independent guide, not the official Marion County Solid Waste website. Hours, fees, permit rules, accepted items, holiday closures and disposal limits can change. Always verify with Marion County before driving with a large, paid, hazardous, commercial or questionable load.
Frequently Asked Questions About Martel Recycling Center
Where is Martel Recycling Center?
Martel Recycling Center is listed at 296 SW 67th Ave. Road, Ocala, FL 34474.
What are Martel Recycling Center hours today?
Regular hours are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 7 AM-5 PM, Friday 7 AM-7 PM and Sunday 9 AM-5 PM. Martel is normally closed Tuesday and Thursday. Holiday schedules can override normal hours.
What phone number should I call for Martel Recycling Center?
Call Marion County Solid Waste at 352-671-8465 for recycling center questions, permit questions, accepted-material questions and unusual loads.
Is Martel Recycling Center free?
Residents paying the Marion County solid waste assessment can use county recycling centers for accepted residential materials. Non-assessed users may need an annual permit. Businesses are not permitted to use recycling centers for trash or recyclables.
Does Martel accept electronics?
Yes. Martel is listed as a household electronics recycling location. Accepted examples include cell phones, computers, monitors, printers, tablets, televisions, microwaves and rechargeable batteries, subject to county rules.
Does Martel accept tires?
Yes. Martel is listed as a location that accepts up to five passenger-sized tires per day.
Does Martel accept glass recycling?
No. Marion County says glass is no longer accepted at recycling centers. Bag glass bottles with household garbage under county guidance.
Can businesses use Martel Recycling Center?
No. Marion County says commercial users who do not pay the solid waste assessment are not permitted to dispose of trash or recyclables at recycling centers.
Does Martel accept furniture?
Yes. Martel is listed as a furniture disposal location for residential furniture such as beds, couches, chairs, dressers, mattresses, mirrors and tables. Commercial furniture and construction materials are not accepted.
What items are not accepted at Martel?
Do not bring abrasive grit, asbestos, boats, concrete, contaminated soil, deceased pets or livestock, dirt, rocks, sod, power poles, RVs, mobile homes, sludge, construction debris or commercial waste.
Is Recycling-Centre.org the official Marion County website?
No. Recycling-Centre.org is an independent informational guide. Always verify current hours, fees, holiday closures, accepted materials and permit rules with Marion County Solid Waste before visiting.
Final Local Summary
Martel Recycling Center is at 296 SW 67th Ave. Road, Ocala, FL 34474. Regular hours are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 7 AM-5 PM, Friday 7 AM-7 PM and Sunday 9 AM-5 PM. It is normally closed Tuesday and Thursday, and holiday schedules can override regular hours.
Use Martel for accepted residential household garbage, single-stream recycling, electronics, furniture, up to five passenger tires per day, yard waste, metal and certain HHW/battery items under Marion County limits. Do not bring glass for recycling, commercial waste, construction debris, concrete, asbestos, RVs, boats, contaminated soil or other rejected materials.