Compass Self Storage
Buford self-storage on Sparta Way with indoor RV and boat units and a 4.9-star rating from 1,176 reviews.
Buford, GA
Boat Storage in Buford, GA
Buford sits right on Lake Lanier, so a lot of rigs around here get wet on the weekend and need a dry place to sit the rest of the time. The 13 boat storage facilities listed here average 4.8 stars, which tells you people are generally satisfied. You get a mix of covered, indoor and outdoor setups, and a few spots run by folks who clearly know the lake crowd.
Discover Boat Storage in Buford, GA
13Facilities listed
4.8★Average Google rating
124/7 gate access
5More within 30 miles
Facilities in Buford
Lanier Harbor Boat & RV Storage
Large gated boat and RV storage near Lake Lanier in Buford with covered, indoor and outdoor spots.
North Harbor Boat & RV Storage
Covered RV and boat storage near Lake Lanier with wash and dump stations, gated access, and electricity at every covered spot.
Hidden Harbor Boat and RV Storage
Lake Lanier boat and RV storage with a 5.0 rating and reviewers noting clean grounds, security, and a dump station.
Compass Self Storage
Gated outdoor storage with cameras and helpful staff in Buford, rated 4.8 stars by 630 reviewers.
ParcRV Storage & Service
Gated RV and boat storage in Buford with onsite repair techs and friendly, responsive staff.
Public Storage
Public Storage in Buford offers covered, indoor and outdoor RV storage with 24/7 access, a 4.8-star rating from 105 reviews.
Buford Dam Road Boat & RV
Paved, gated boat and RV storage near Lake Lanier with covered and outdoor spots and 24-hour keypad access.
Holiday Boat and RV Storage
Paved, gated boat and RV storage on the road to Holiday Marina, rated 4.6 from 30 Google reviews.
Little Harbor Boat & RV Storage
Boat and RV storage near Lake Lanier in Buford with a 4.7-star rating from a handful of reviewers.
Richardsons Boat Storage
Boat and RV storage near Lake Lanier in Buford with a perfect 5.0 rating from three reviewers.
The Landing on Lanier
Boat and RV storage on Lake Lanier Islands with covered spots, 4.4-star rating, and an owner who answers the phone.
Forward Storage
Forward Storage in Buford offers indoor RV and boat storage with gated access, cameras, and unit sizes from 10x20 to 12x30.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Buford. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
Van Pugh Boat Storage
Flowery Branch storage for boats and RVs with lake access, friendly staff, and good rates.
Flowery Branch Mini Storage
Downtown Flowery Branch storage with outdoor RV, trailer and boat parking and 24-hour access.
Public Storage
Flowery Branch RV storage with gated 24/7 access and a 4.7-star rating from 353 reviews.
Old Federal Boat and RV Storage
Family-owned boat and RV storage near Old Federal Park, with 24-hour access and cameras on site.
Public Storage
Suwanee Public Storage offers gated, lit RV, boat and car storage with 24/7 access and staff reviewers call kind.
What is available
Of the 13 facilities, covered spots are the biggest group at 7, with outdoor at 5 and indoor at 4. Some overlap since a single yard can offer more than one type. If you want your hull out of the Georgia sun and rain, covered is the easy call and there is plenty of it. Indoor is the smaller share, so those bays tend to move. Just 1 facility advertises 24/7 gate access, so check hours before you assume you can launch at dawn. Lake Lanier is close, and several names lean into that. Lanier Harbor Boat & RV Storage and North Harbor Boat & RV Storage both rate 5.0 and list gated entry, cameras, electric and a dump station. Hidden Harbor Boat and RV Storage also rates 5.0.
Big names and ratings
Compass Self Storage shows up twice. One location holds a 4.9 across 1,176 reviews and offers indoor and outdoor space. The second sits at 4.8 with 630 reviews and lists outdoor and gated access. Those review counts are the heaviest in town, so read a sample before you commit. ParcRV Storage & Service rates 4.9 across 88 reviews with gated entry. Smaller yards like North Harbor and Hidden Harbor trade big review totals for perfect scores, which often means a tight operation with regular customers. Call ahead on the indoor spots.
Practical notes
Georgia heat and sun are hard on gelcoat, covers and trailer tires, so shade is worth paying for even when outdoor is cheaper. A covered bay keeps UV off the hull and stops water pooling in the cockpit. If you go indoor, ask about ventilation. For long sits, pull the battery and put it on a maintainer, and top off the fuel with stabilizer. Confirm your insurance covers the boat at the storage address, not just on the water. Walk the yard at the gate and look at drainage, since low spots hold water after storms. Verify gate hours and whether you can get in after dark.
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Nearby cities
- Flowery Branch, GA (4 listed · 6 mi)
- Suwanee, GA (2 listed · 7 mi)
- Oakwood, GA (3 listed · 10 mi)
- Cumming, GA (8 listed · 10 mi)
- Gainesville, GA (6 listed · 11 mi)
- Lawrenceville, GA (8 listed · 12 mi)
- Duluth, GA (2 listed · 14 mi)
- Alpharetta, GA (3 listed · 17 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many boat storage facilities are in Buford?
There are 13 listed, with 5 more nearby. Covered is the most common type at 7, followed by outdoor at 5 and indoor at 4.
Do any Buford facilities offer 24/7 gate access?
One facility advertises 24/7 gate access. The rest keep set hours, so confirm the schedule before you plan a late return from the lake.
Which Buford storage spots have the best ratings?
Lanier Harbor, North Harbor, Hidden Harbor and ParcRV all sit at or near 5.0. Compass Self Storage has the most reviews, at 1,176 and 630 across its two locations.
Should I pick covered or indoor storage for a boat?
Covered keeps sun and rain off the hull and is the most available option here. Indoor costs more but blocks UV and weather fully, and only 4 facilities offer it, so reserve early.