Compass Self Storage
Clean Alachua storage off US 441 with indoor and outdoor RV, boat and car parking and a 4.8 rating.
Alachua, FL
Boat Storage in Alachua, FL
Alachua sits just off US 441 northwest of Gainesville, close enough to the bigger water that a boat on a trailer is a normal sight in these parts. Storage here is a small pool: 2 facilities in town and 7 more within reach, averaging 4.8 stars from a healthy pile of reviews. Two of them take boats specifically, and one keeps them indoors.
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4.8★Average Google rating
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Facilities in Alachua
441 Self Storage
Alachua storage on US 441 with outdoor RV and boat parking, praised for fair prices and helpful owners.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Alachua. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
NW 37th Dr RV & Boat Storage
Gainesville lot for RVs, boats, cars, and trailers with 24/7 access and a quiet, grassy setting.
Gator State Storage
Gated RV and boat storage in Gainesville with coded entry, cameras and staff reviewers call helpful.
Dibros RV & Boat Storage
RV and boat storage in Newberry, FL with 24/7 access for short- or long-term parking.
People's Choice Storage High Springs
High Springs RV and boat storage with covered spots, electric hookups, and staff reviewers call patient and helpful.
Store Space Self Storage
Gainesville self-storage on N Main Street with covered and outdoor RV, boat and car parking, rated 4.6 from 604 reviews.
Ultimate Boat & RV Storage
Paved boat and RV storage in Newberry with covered, indoor and open spots, wash bays, ice and 24/7 gated access.
Devon Self Storage Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville storage spot with covered, indoor, and outdoor RV parking and a 4.8-star rating from 709 reviews.
What you can actually book
The numbers are modest. Of the 2 facilities in Alachua, 2 list boat storage, 1 offers indoor space, and 2 have outdoor spots. Only 1 lists trailer storage, so if your rig and trailer need to stay together, call ahead before you drive out. Compass Self Storage and 441 Self Storage are the two names to start with. Compass holds a 4.8 rating across 496 reviews and lists indoor, outdoor, boat, and vehicle storage. 441 sits at 4.9 from 27 reviews and covers outdoor, boat, and trailer. Read the recent reviews on both, not just the score.
Covered or out in the sun
Florida sun does slow damage to gelcoat, vinyl, and trailer tires, and Alachua gets its share of summer storms and hail. Indoor storage is the better call if the budget allows, and there is exactly 1 indoor option in town. Outdoor spots are easier to find here, but plan on a quality cover that vents, plus a jack under the tongue to take weight off the tires. Before you sign, walk the ground. Look for standing water, low limbs, and how the gate and drive aisle handle a trailer. Ask what the gate hours are and whether you can get in after dark.
The wider search
With only 2 facilities in Alachua, the 7 nearby give you room to compare. Gainesville and the smaller towns along US 441 and I-75 hold most of them, so a slightly longer drive can open up better pricing or a spot that fits a wider beam. Ask each facility about the gate code policy, camera coverage, and what insurance they require you to carry. Confirm the boat and trailer fit the space you are quoted, measured, not guessed. If the boat sits for months, a battery maintainer and a full winterizing routine go a long way in this climate.
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Nearby cities
- Gainesville, FL (7 listed · 10 mi)
- Newberry, FL (3 listed · 11 mi)
- Chiefland, FL (3 listed · 31 mi)
- Middleburg, FL (2 listed · 42 mi)
- Ocala, FL (17 listed · 48 mi)
- Orange Park, FL (7 listed · 48 mi)
- Dunnellon, FL (3 listed · 49 mi)
- St Johns, FL (3 listed · 58 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many boat storage facilities are in Alachua?
There are 2 facilities in Alachua, with 7 more nearby. Both local facilities list boat storage, so you have a pair to compare on price, access, and space size before widening the search toward Gainesville.
Is there indoor boat storage in Alachua?
Yes, 1 of the 2 facilities offers indoor storage. That is your only covered option in town, so ask about availability early and confirm your boat and trailer fit the bay before committing to a unit.
Which facilities should I call first?
Compass Self Storage rates 4.8 from 496 reviews and lists indoor, outdoor, boat, and vehicle storage. 441 Self Storage rates 4.9 from 27 reviews with outdoor, boat, and trailer storage. Compass has the deeper review history.
What should I check before storing a boat in Florida?
Ask about gate hours, camera coverage, and the insurance the facility requires. Confirm your trailer fits the space. Then cover the boat, pull the battery or add a maintainer, and check the cover after storms so water does not pool.