How to get rid of used motor oil in Jackson County

Take it to any of three drop-off sites in Jackson County. The fee isn’t posted, so call ahead.

One of three places in Jackson County that take used motor oil. The rest are listed below.

Cashiers Staffed Recycling Center

Trash from Jackson County residents only, no charge. Recycling from anyone

Hours from April 1 to Oct. 31
Monday to Saturday	7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday	Closed

Nov. 1 to March 31: Mon–Sat 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun closed.

Hours are in Eastern time.
Construction and demolition waste from homes: Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

4560 Highway 107 South, Cashiers, NC 28717

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 15, 2026.

Fee: Not posted. Call ahead.
Limit: Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency: Trash from Jackson County residents only, no charge. Recycling from anyone. Residents and businesses. Tipping fees for building materials and yard waste.

Jackson County’s list of center addresses says Dillsboro takes motor oil; its Solid Waste page and recycling chart list only Cashiers, Cullowhee, and the transfer station.
Oil filters too. Antifreeze goes to Cashiers or Dillsboro.

Cullowhee Staffed Recycling Center4335 Little Savannah Road, Cullowhee, NC 28723
Jackson County Transfer Station1172 Mineral Springs Drive, Sylva, NC 28779

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