Properly disposing of used motor oil, oil filters, and marine oil absorbents is easy and free in Marin County!
Residents can drop off used oil and filters at participating locations, and boaters can join the Oil Absorbent Exchange Program (OAEP) to help keep oil out of our waterways. Find a drop-off site near you and do your part to protect the environment!
Recycling is the only legal way to dispose of your used motor oil and filters. Zero Waste Marin and participating businesses offer a free, convenient method to recycle used motor oil and oil filters:
Please note that this program is designed for Marin County residents only. Businesses should contract with a universal waste hauler to safely manage hazardous waste or check with the Household Hazardous Waste facilities in San Rafael or Novato to see if they qualify as a Very Small Quantity Generator.
Maritime boat owners also have the option to participate in the Oil Absorbent Exchange Program (OAEP) at no cost. See the tab labeled “Marine Oil Absorbent Exchange” on this page.
Drop-offs are limited to 5 gallons per visit. These sites accept materials only during business hours. Leaving oil or any other materials after business hours is illegal, and is punishable by imprisonment or a fine up to $10,000.
D & K Auto Services
34 Corte Madera Ave, Corte Madera
415-924-3510
Monday-Friday (7:30am-5pm)
Heynneman European
3155 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael
415-499-1234
Monday-Friday (8am-5pm)
Jiffy Lube
374 Miller Ave. Mill Valley
(415)-83-6416
Monday-Saturday (8am-6pm)
Marin HHW Facility
565 Jacoby Street, San Rafael
415-485-6806
Tuesday-Saturday (8am-3:30pm)
Mellow Motors, Inc.
4 Rich St. Greenbrae
415-924-2211
Monday – Friday (8:30am-4:30pm)
Mercedes Benz of Marin
540 Francisco Blvd, West, San Rafael
415-455-5535
Monday-Saturday (9am-6pm)
Sunday (10am-5pm)
Novato HHW Center
7576 Redwood Highway, Novato
415-892-7344
1st and 3rd Sundays (8:30 am to 1:30 pm)
and Mondays (8:30 am to 12 pm)
Oil Changer
133 Vintage Way, Novato
415-897-0134
Monday- Friday (8am-7pm)
Saturday (8am-6m)
Sunday (9am-5pm)
O’Reilly Auto Parts
1400 S Novato Blvd, Novato
415-897-5338
Monday-Saturday (7:30am-9pm)
Sunday (8am-8pm)
O’Reilly Auto Parts
812 Francisco Blvd West, San Rafael
415-454-5881
Monday-Friday (7am-9pm)
Saturday (7:30am-9pm)
Sunday (7:30am-8pm)
O’Reilly Auto Parts
1323 2nd Street, San Rafael
415-454-2963
Monday-Saturday (7:30am-9pm)
Sunday (7:30am-8pm)
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
1524 Second Street, San Rafael
415-457-5823
Daily (7am-7pm)
Available while supplies last.
Zero Waste Marin’s used motor oil and filter recycling kit is a free, convenient way to recycle used oil and filters, and reduce mess during oil changes.
The kit includes a dual filter drainer, a 6-quart drain pan, and a shop rag. A list of all the used motor oil and filter collection centers in Marin County is included. (See full list below.)
Email ZWM to request your FREE kit today. Kits are also available (while supplies last) at the Marin HHW Facility in San Rafael.
In a California Boater Survey conducted by the California Department of Boating and Waterways in 2011, more than 96 percent of boaters reported that oil leaks into the bilge or engine compartment most or every time they use their boat. This oil is then pumped from the bilge and into waterways – polluting the water, damaging the environment, and killing aquatic life.
The Oil & Absorbent Pad Exchange Program (OAEP) now offers boaters a FREE absorbent pillow or sheet they can place in the bilge to absorb oil. Once the pillow or sheet is saturated, participating marinas will safely and legally dispose of the oily pad and supply boaters with a new one. Participating in the OAEP is a safe, legal, and convenient method for boat owners to reduce oil pollution in waterways.
This program is for Marin County residents only. Businesses should continue to dispose of their hazardous waste at the hazardous waste facilities in San Rafael or Novato.
This program is limited to absorbent pillows and/or sheets.
San Rafael Yacht Harbor
557 Francisco Blvd. East
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 456-1600
Clipper Yacht Harbor
310 Harbor Dr.
Sausalito, CA 94965
(415) 332-3500