Clifton Rt. 46 Self Storage
Privately owned storage in Clifton with RV, boat, and trailer parking. Clean, secure, and helpful staff, per reviews.
Clifton, NJ
Boat Storage in Clifton, NJ
Clifton sits close enough to the Passaic and the bigger water north and east that a lot of folks around here own a boat without a driveway long enough to keep it. Two facilities in town take boats, with an average rating of 4.4 across them. One is a Route 46 operation that also handles trailers, and the other offers covered, indoor and outdoor spots. Neither is a marina, so plan on towing to the ramp.
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2Facilities listed
4.4★Average Google rating
124/7 gate access
1More within 30 miles
Facilities in Clifton
City Closet Self Storage
Clifton self-storage with covered and outdoor RV parking, cameras, and a 4.3-star rating from 23 reviews.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Clifton. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
Public Storage
Wallington self-storage with covered, indoor and outdoor spots for RVs and boats, open 24/7 and rated 4.5 stars.
What the two facilities offer
Clifton Rt. 46 Self Storage carries a 4.5 from 81 reviews and takes boats and trailers, with cameras on site. City Closet Self Storage sits at 4.3 from 23 reviews and gives you the widest choice: covered, indoor and outdoor, plus cameras and 24/7 gate access. That gate detail matters if you work odd hours or want to pull out before dawn for a fishing trip. Indoor is the choice for a fiberglass hull you want out of the sun and weather. Covered is the middle ground, and outdoor is the simplest and usually the easiest on the wallet. Ask each one what fits your length and beam before you commit.
Weather and storage reality
New Jersey gives a boat a workout: summer UV that fades gelcoat and cracks vinyl, plus freeze cycles that punish anything holding water. If you go outdoor or covered, a good fitting cover is worth the money, and tilt the bow up so rain drains instead of pooling. Pull the plug and store it loose. Winterizing the engine and water systems before the first hard freeze saves you a spring repair bill. On the trailer side, indoor or covered space keeps tires and brakes out of the weather. Check your insurance policy covers the boat where it sits, not just on the road, and confirm the facility's gate hours in writing before you sign.
Picking between the two
Start with size. City Closet is the one to call if you want indoor space, since that is the only facility here listing it. Clifton Rt. 46 is the better first call if you also need trailer storage or you want a facility with a long track record of reviews. Both list cameras, which is a fair baseline for a storage site. One nearby option also shows up in the wider search, so it pays to look a little past the city line if neither fits. Visit in person, look at the ground for drainage, and ask how they handle access after hours. A short drive to Route 46 or the Garden State Parkway makes either spot practical for most of Clifton.
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- Staten Island, NY (2 listed · 18 mi)
- North Brunswick Township, NJ (3 listed · 33 mi)
- New Windsor, NY (2 listed · 42 mi)
- Middletown, NY (2 listed · 43 mi)
- Neptune City, NJ (2 listed · 45 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many boat storage facilities are in Clifton?
There are 2 facilities in Clifton that take boats, plus 1 more nearby if you widen the search. Together they average a 4.4 rating, so both are worth a call before you decide.
Does any Clifton facility offer indoor boat storage?
Yes. City Closet Self Storage lists indoor space along with covered and outdoor options. It is the only one of the two in town listing indoor storage, so call early if that is what you need.
Can I get to my boat at night?
One of the two facilities, City Closet Self Storage, lists 24/7 gate access. The other does not, so confirm gate hours with Clifton Rt. 46 Self Storage directly if early or late access matters to you.
Should I store my boat on the trailer or on stands?
Either works, but a trailer keeps things simple if the facility allows it. Clifton Rt. 46 Self Storage takes trailers along with boats. Indoor or covered space protects tires and brakes, and a trailer makes seasonal launching easier.