Public Storage
Akron Public Storage offers covered, indoor and outdoor RV parking with 24/7 gated access and friendly staff.
Akron, OH
Boat Storage in Akron, OH
Akron boat owners have three storage facilities inside the city and four more nearby, averaging 4.3 stars across the lot. Two of the three offer covered space and two offer indoor space, so you can keep a hull out of the weather rather than leaving it in the open year round. Two run 24/7 gate access, which matters if you tow out before dawn.
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3Facilities listed
4.3★Average Google rating
224/7 gate access
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Facilities in Akron
Public Storage
Akron Public Storage with covered, indoor, and outdoor RV parking, gated 24/7 access, and a 4.3 rating from 485 reviews.
MyPlace Self Storage
Akron self-storage with gated outdoor parking for boats and RVs, drive-up units, and mixed reviews.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Akron. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
Portage Lakes Storage Inc.
Boat and RV storage in New Franklin with a 4.0 rating; reviewers note helpful staff and a secure, well-kept lot.
Storage King USA
RV, boat, and car storage in Copley, OH with climate control and video security. Rated 4.4 from 116 reviews.
Scott’s Outdoor Self Storage
Outdoor RV and boat storage in New Franklin, Ohio, open 24/7 with a 4.3-star Google rating.
MyPlace Self Storage
North Canton storage on Greensburg Road with gated outdoor RV and boat parking and climate-controlled units.
What Akron boat storage looks like
Of the three Akron facilities, all three list outdoor spots and two list covered. That split is worth thinking about. An open spot is the cheapest way to keep a trailer off the street, but Portage Lakes sun and Ohio hail both work on gelcoat and canvas. Covered keeps the worst of it off without a full building. If you want the boat indoors when the season ends, the two indoor facilities are the ones to call first. Two of the three also handle vehicle storage, which helps if the tow rig needs a home while the boat sits. Two have 24/7 gate access.
The facilities themselves
Public Storage on the list carries a 4.6 rating from 579 reviews and offers covered, indoor and outdoor boat spots. It is gated, lit and open to boaters around the clock. A second Public Storage location rates 4.3 from 485 reviews with the same mix of covered, indoor and outdoor space plus vehicle storage and 24/7 access. MyPlace Self Storage rates 3.9 from 77 reviews, outdoor boat space only, but it has cameras and a gate. Smaller review counts mean less to go on, so visit in person before you commit.
Before you sign
Ask about gate hours even where access is 24/7, since some facilities restrict trailer movement after dark. Confirm the spot fits your trailer and tongue length, not just the boat. Check that your insurance covers the boat while it sits off your property, because storage facility coverage varies. For outdoor spots, plan on a cover that breathes and a battery maintainer over winter. Pull the plug on anything that drains, and winterize the engine and lines before the first hard freeze rather than after.
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Nearby cities
- North Canton, OH (3 listed · 10 mi)
- Rittman, OH (2 listed · 15 mi)
- Medina, OH (3 listed · 17 mi)
- Massillon, OH (3 listed · 19 mi)
- Wooster, OH (3 listed · 26 mi)
- Cleveland, OH (5 listed · 29 mi)
- North Ridgeville, OH (2 listed · 34 mi)
- Avon, OH (2 listed · 37 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many boat storage facilities are in Akron?
There are 3 facilities in Akron itself, with 4 more nearby. All 3 offer outdoor boat storage, 2 offer covered, and 2 offer indoor space.
How many Akron facilities have 24/7 gate access?
Two of the three Akron facilities list 24/7 gate access. Both are Public Storage locations. Ask each one how after-hours entry works with a trailer before you count on it.
Can I store my tow vehicle too?
Two of the three Akron facilities list vehicle storage alongside boat space. That makes it easier to keep the truck and trailer together. Confirm the spot size fits both before you book.
What should I check before storing a boat outdoors?
Look at drainage and shade, fit a breathable cover, and pull the battery or add a maintainer. Winterize the engine and lines before freezing weather. Ask whether the facility allows you to work on the boat at the spot.