Compass Self Storage
Gated outdoor RV parking in Smithfield with climate-controlled units and helpful staff.
Rhode Island
Boat Storage in Rhode Island
Rhode Island boat owners know the salt air cuts both ways: it makes for great afternoons on the bay and it quietly chews on gelcoat and canvas the rest of the year. The state has 13 boat storage facilities listed here, averaging 4.7 stars, and most of them sit near Providence or Cranston. Covered and indoor spots are easy to find, which matters when winter comes calling.
Discover Boat Storage in Rhode Island
13Facilities listed
4.7★Average Google rating
424/7 gate access
Top-rated facilities
Compass Self Storage
Providence self-storage with climate-controlled units, boat storage, and a 4.8-star rating from over 1,000 reviews.
Devon Self Storage Middletown, Rhode Island
Middletown self storage with vehicle and boat units, climate control, and a 4.8 rating from 333 reviews.
MetroVault Self Storage
Cranston self-storage offering covered, indoor and outdoor parking for RVs, boats and cars, rated 4.8 from 87 reviews.
CubeSmart Self Storage
CubeSmart Self Storage in Woonsocket offers covered, indoor, and outdoor RV storage with a 4.7-star rating from 361 reviews.
Public Storage
Providence Public Storage offers RV, boat and car storage with gated access and staff reviewers call kind and helpful.
Public Storage
Cranston self-storage with gated 24/7 access and RV, boat and car parking, rated 4.6 from 684 reviews.
Store Space Self Storage
Providence self-storage on Corliss Street with outdoor RV, boat and car parking, rated 4.6 from 366 reviews.
Compass Self Storage
Westerly RV storage with outdoor parking, indoor climate units, and friendly staff, rated 4.6 stars from 116 reviews.
Public Storage
Johnston self-storage with covered, indoor and outdoor spots, 24/7 gated access and staff reviewers call kind.
Stephen's RV/Boat Storage of Burrillville
Rated 5.0 by three reviewers, this Pascoag spot stores RVs and boats with an attentive host.
Mirick Avenue RV & Boat Storage
Outdoor RV and boat storage in Cranston with 24/7 access, cameras, and a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.
G & J Boat RV & Self Storage
Boat and RV storage lot in Middletown, RI, rated 4.0 from a single Google review.
What's available
The mix leans toward flexibility. Of the 13 facilities, 9 offer outdoor space, 6 have covered spots, and 6 run indoor storage, so you can pick based on how much weather protection you want and how much you want to spend. Two facilities handle trailers as well, which helps if you tow. Ten of the listings also take vehicles, a useful bonus when the boat lives behind the truck. Four facilities advertise 24/7 gate access, worth checking if you like to launch early or pull in after dark. Ratings run high across the board, so read a few reviews and look for comments about access and how the yard is kept. Names like Compass Self Storage, Devon Self Storage Middletown and MetroVault Self Storage show up near the top of the list.
Covered or indoor
New England winters are hard on boats, and Rhode Island is no exception. Shrink wrap and a good cover help, but indoor storage keeps sun, snow and ice off the hull entirely. If indoor space is out of reach, a covered spot still blocks the worst of the UV and hail. Six of the 13 facilities offer each option, so you have real choices. Before you sign, ask what winterizing the facility expects. Most yards want the engine and water systems drained and the fuel stabilized before the boat sits. Pull the battery and put it on a maintainer at home, and confirm gate hours line up with when you plan to visit. Check with your insurer about coverage while the boat is stored off site.
Around Providence and Cranston
Most of the listed storage sits around Providence and Cranston, which puts you close to the upper bay and a short drive from Narragansett Bay ramps. That convenience matters on a Saturday morning when you want to be on the water, not on the road. Outdoor yards are the most common here, and the coastal air means you should plan on rinsing and waxing more often than inland owners do. Salt and sun wear on gelcoat, canvas and wiring, and a cover that breathes will help. Walk the yard before you commit and look at drainage, fencing and lighting. A gated facility with cameras, like several on this list, gives you a better feel for how the site is run.
Boat Storage by city in Rhode Island
- Providence (3)
- Cranston (3)
Nearby states and other types
- Rhode Island (53 listed)
- Massachusetts (224 listed)
- Connecticut (132 listed)
- New Hampshire (101 listed)
- Vermont (17 listed)
- Maine (105 listed)
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Questions people ask
How many boat storage facilities are in Rhode Island?
There are 13 facilities listed in the state, averaging 4.7 stars. Nine offer outdoor storage, six offer covered spots, and six offer indoor space. Four have 24/7 gate access.
How many places offer indoor boat storage?
Six of the 13 facilities list indoor storage. That is your best bet against winter weather, but book early since indoor space tends to fill before the season turns.
Do any facilities allow trailer storage too?
Yes, two of the 13 facilities list trailer storage alongside boat space. If you tow, ask about room to maneuver and where the trailer sits relative to your boat.
What should I check before storing my boat?
Confirm gate hours, ask what winterizing the yard requires, and verify your insurance covers off site storage. Pull the battery for the off season and put it on a maintainer. Walk the yard first and look at fencing, lighting and drainage.