Security Self Storage - Durham
Fenced Durham storage yard with video surveillance and RV and boat parking, rated 4.9 by 601 reviewers.
Durham, NC
Boat Storage in Durham, NC
Durham sits between Jordan Lake and Falls Lake, so a lot of boats live here and need a home between trips. Four boat storage facilities serve the city, averaging 4.6 stars across more than 1,500 reviews. Two of them keep the gate open around the clock. Covered and indoor spots are scarce, so plan ahead if you want your hull out of the weather.
Discover Boat Storage in Durham, NC
4Facilities listed
4.6★Average Google rating
224/7 gate access
1More within 30 miles
Facilities in Durham
Security Self Storage - North Durham
Fenced RV and boat parking in North Durham with cameras, gates, and staff who answer questions.
Public Storage
Durham Public Storage offers RV, boat, and vehicle storage with 24/7 access and a 4.7-star rating from 508 reviews.
MyPlace Self Storage
Durham self-storage on Alston Avenue with gated RV, boat, and car parking and 24-hour access off I-40.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Durham. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
Public Storage
Public Storage in Chapel Hill with covered, indoor, and outdoor RV storage, gated access, and a 4.9-star rating from 115 reviews.
What's available
Of the four facilities listed in Durham, two are outdoor and one is covered, with a single indoor option in the mix. That indoor slot matters in a climate that throws sun, rain and the occasional hailstorm at a boat sitting outside. If you trailer your rig, check whether the facility allows you to park the trailer alongside or needs it stored separately. Two of the four properties offer 24/7 gate access, which helps if you launch early or pull in after dark. Call ahead on the indoor and covered units, since one of each means they turn over fast. The better-reviewed names here are Security Self Storage on both its Durham locations, at 4.9 and 4.8 stars, followed by Public Storage at 4.7.
Picking a spot
Start with security. Cameras and gated entry show up across most of these facilities, and a lit lot is worth asking about for evening returns. Then think about your hull. Outdoor storage is fine for a jon boat or a trailer queen you rinse often, but UV breaks down covers, seats and gelcoat over a few seasons. A covered bay cuts most of that. Indoor costs more and is worth it for a fiberglass boat you plan to keep. Whichever you choose, confirm gate hours before you sign, verify your insurance covers the boat while stored, and put a maintainer on the battery so it turns over in spring.
Around Durham
The two big draws nearby are Jordan Lake to the southwest and Falls Lake to the north, and both get busy on summer weekends. That makes a facility on your side of town worth more than a few dollars saved elsewhere. Security Self Storage runs two Durham locations, so you can likely stay close to home whichever lake you favor. Public Storage and MyPlace Self Storage round out the list, and MyPlace also handles vehicle storage if you need a spot for the tow rig. Read the recent reviews, not just the star average, and visit in person before committing.
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Nearby cities
- Chapel Hill, NC (3 listed · 14 mi)
- Cary, NC (2 listed · 15 mi)
- Apex, NC (7 listed · 18 mi)
- Raleigh, NC (15 listed · 20 mi)
- Wake Forest, NC (2 listed · 21 mi)
- Pittsboro, NC (4 listed · 22 mi)
- Mebane, NC (2 listed · 23 mi)
- Youngsville, NC (4 listed · 23 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many boat storage facilities are in Durham?
There are 4 boat storage facilities listed in Durham, plus 1 more nearby. They average 4.6 stars across roughly 1,500 reviews combined, so you have a small but solid set of choices.
Are there indoor boat storage options in Durham?
Yes, but only one of the four facilities offers indoor storage, and another offers covered spots. Two are outdoor. If you want your boat fully enclosed, call that facility early because a single indoor option fills up.
Which Durham facilities have 24/7 gate access?
Two of the four facilities offer 24/7 gate access. Public Storage and MyPlace Self Storage both list it, which helps for early launches and late returns. Confirm the current hours when you call.
What should I check before storing my boat?
Ask about cameras, lighting and gate hours, and verify your insurance covers the boat at that address. For outdoor spots, use a good cover and rinse the hull often. A battery maintainer keeps you from a dead start in spring.