Cook County Recycling Center & Thrift Store

630 5th Ave W Grand Marais MN 55604 USA

4.1 (15 reviews)

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Cook County Recycling Center & Thrift Store recycling center in Grand Marais, MN - View of facility

About this center

The Cook County Recycling Center & Thrift Store is operated by Cook County Land Services at 630 5th Ave W in Grand Marais, MN 55604. The facility accepts a broad range of recyclables including glass, metals, paper, cardboard, plastics, used oil, and oil filters. It also operates a Budget Shop (thrift store) on-site where donated household goods in working condition are sold. Supervisor Tyler Johnson can be reached at 218-387-3044 or tyler.johnson@co.cook.mn.us.

Materials accepted & services

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Services offered

Curbside-free drop-off recycling
Used oil and oil filter collection
Budget Shop thrift store (donated household goods)
After-hours cardboard drop-off bins outside the facility
Electronic waste collection events (periodic Saturday events)

Areas served

Grand Marais, MNCook County, MN

Not accepted

Ceramics, dishware, Pyrex, or window/safety glassSanitary waste products (paper towels, Kleenex, etc.)Carbon paperStyrofoam cups and packing peanutsFoam meat traysWaxed or oil-contaminated cardboardPlastic containers with resin codes other than #1 or #2Plastic bags or boxes (recyclables must be removed from bags before drop-off)

Frequently asked questions

What are the recycling center's hours?

Monday 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Tuesday–Wednesday 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Thursday 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

What are the Budget Shop (thrift store) hours?

Monday–Friday 12:30–4 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Do you accept aluminum cans for redemption?

Aluminum cans are accepted, but redemption funds are no longer paid out.

Can I drop off cardboard after hours?

Yes. Special bins are located outside the recycling center for cardboard drop-off after business hours.

Reviews & pricing

Note: Prices are user-reported and subject to change. Contact the center directly for current rates.

Amy

6 years ago

Google review

Great for dropping off recycling. Limited plastic acceptance. Numbers 1 & 2 for plastic so most of your yogurt containers and clamshells (from takeout) are not accepted. People are on site and willing to provide guidance with regard to how to sort. Surprisingly clean.

Jodi Middendorf

7 years ago

Google review

This place is a great place that is important to the sustainability of Grand Marais. I am only really familiar with the thrift store part of the establishment. There are so many things in the store. Truly a treasure chest. However you have to be willing to search for your treasure because they LOAD this place with items to the point where it can seem to be a chore to find the things you are looking for. HOWEVER the search is worth it. I've always been able to find something here that makes it worth my time and effort. Happy searching!!

Kelsey Valento

5 months ago

Google review

Cute little thrift store

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