I 81 Self Storage (Bristol, VA)
Family-owned Bristol storage with RV and boat parking, climate-controlled units, and a 4.8-star rating from 173 reviews.
Bristol, VA
Boat Storage in Bristol, VA
Bristol sits right on the Virginia-Tennessee line, and plenty of boat owners around here tow to South Holston or up to the Clinch. Finding a spot to leave the rig between trips takes some legwork. This list covers the boat storage facilities in Bristol, with the details that matter when you're picking one: type, access, ratings, and what other owners say.
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2Facilities listed
4.7★Average Google rating
124/7 gate access
6More within 30 miles
Facilities in Bristol
Mini Mall Storage - Bristol
Bristol storage on Commonwealth Avenue with covered, indoor and outdoor options and staff reviewers call helpful.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Bristol. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
Mini Mall Storage - Bristol
Bristol self-storage with covered, indoor and outdoor spots, gated access and staff reviewers keep praising by name.
Mini Mall Storage - Blountville
Blountville self-storage on Highway 394 with covered, indoor and outdoor units and a 4.6-star rating.
Blountville RV Storage
Gated indoor and outdoor RV, boat and camper storage off I-81 in Blountville, rated 4.9 stars by reviewers.
Piney Mini Storage
Locally owned storage in Piney Flats with indoor and outdoor parking for RVs and boats, gated and camera-monitored.
Mini Mall Storage - Piney Flats
Piney Flats storage with covered, indoor, and outdoor spots plus climate control and 24/7 gated access.
Mini Mall Storage - Elizabethton
Elizabethton storage with covered, indoor and outdoor parking, climate control, and staff reviewers keep praising by name.
What's available in Bristol
You've got 2 boat storage facilities in Bristol proper, plus 6 more nearby if you widen the circle. Average rating across the listings sits at 4.7, which tells you people are mostly satisfied with what they find around here. The two local names are I 81 Self Storage and Mini Mall Storage - Bristol. I 81 pulls a 4.8 from 173 reviews, and Mini Mall sits at 4.5 from 123. Both handle boats, so you're not stuck with one option. Mini Mall covers more ground, with covered, indoor, and outdoor spots plus room for trailers and vehicles. If you need covered or indoor space specifically, that's where you'll find it.
Covered or out in the open
The type counts break down to one covered, one indoor, and one outdoor listing among the Bristol facilities. That's a thin spread, so decide what your boat actually needs before you call. An open-air spot is cheaper and fine for an aluminum hull or a trailer queen you rinse after every trip. Covered storage keeps sun and hail off gelcoat and covers, and anyone who has watched a Virginia summer bake a vinyl seat knows the difference. Indoor is the step up if you want the boat out of the weather entirely. Whatever you pick, ask about gate hours and whether you can get in after dark, since only one of these facilities advertises 24/7 access.
Practical notes before you sign
Ask about a battery maintainer if the boat will sit for weeks, and pull the drain plug before you park it. Winterizing matters here more than people expect, since Bristol gets cold snaps that split blocks and hoses if you skip it. Check that your insurance covers the boat while it's stored off your property, and confirm what the facility's gate and camera setup looks like. Gated entry and cameras show up at Mini Mall Storage. If you tow a trailer, ask whether it counts toward your space or needs its own. And walk the spot before you commit, because drainage and shade vary a lot from one pad to the next.
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Nearby cities
- Elizabethton, TN (3 listed · 20 mi)
- Kingsport, TN (3 listed · 21 mi)
- Gray, TN (2 listed · 22 mi)
- Johnson City, TN (2 listed · 24 mi)
- Marion, NC (3 listed · 65 mi)
- Morganton, NC (3 listed · 66 mi)
- Weaverville, NC (2 listed · 67 mi)
- Morristown, TN (3 listed · 70 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many boat storage facilities are in Bristol, VA?
There are 2 boat storage facilities in Bristol itself. If you include the surrounding area, 6 more are nearby. The two local options are I 81 Self Storage and Mini Mall Storage - Bristol.
What types of boat storage can I get in Bristol?
The listings include one covered, one indoor, and one outdoor option. Mini Mall Storage - Bristol carries covered and indoor space along with outdoor spots, while I 81 Self Storage handles boats too. Availability changes, so call ahead.
Which Bristol facility offers 24/7 gate access?
One facility in the Bristol listings advertises 24/7 gate access, and that's Mini Mall Storage - Bristol. It also lists gated entry and cameras. If you fish early or tow home late, confirm the access details when you call.
How are the Bristol boat storage facilities rated?
The average rating across the listings is 4.7. I 81 Self Storage scores 4.8 from 173 reviews, and Mini Mall Storage - Bristol scores 4.5 from 123. Both have enough reviews behind them to be worth reading through.