Okaloosa County Recycling

South Okaloosa County and North Okaloosa County offer drop-off locations for household recyclables at the Transfer Station on 630 Transit Way in Fort Walton Beach and 1415 Charlie Day Rd. in Baker, respectively. Accepted materials include items like paper, cardboard, glass, and metal, while contaminants such as plastic bags, tanglers, yard waste, and household garbage should be avoided. Additionally, unwanted electronics, paint, oil, gas, antifreeze, pesticides, fluorescent lamps, and rechargeable batteries can be taken to the Household Hazardous Waste collection facility on 84 Ready Ave. Operating hours vary, so it's advisable to check ahead. For those interested in composting yard or organic waste, DIY compost bins can be made using various containers, with options available for purchase at the Household Hazardous Waste drop-off location. Businesses seeking recycling options should consult with their commercial trash collector, while residents can access a map of franchised waste collection areas in Okaloosa County for garbage and recyclables. For further details or inquiries, visitors can contact the Recycling Coordinator, Jim Reece, at 80 Ready Avenue in Ft. Walton Beach, FL, via phone at (850) 651-7394 or email at jreece@myokaloosa.com.