JK Self Storage - Rice
Outdoor RV and boat parking in Rice, MN with a 5.0 rating from 25 reviews and easy online rental.
Rice, MN
Boat Storage in Rice, MN
Rice is a small town north of St. Cloud, close enough to the Mississippi and area lakes that a boat is worth keeping around. Storage here is limited, with just 2 facilities in town and 7 more nearby. Both local spots carry 5.0 ratings, and one offers 24/7 gate access. Outdoor space is the norm, so plan for sun, rain and snow between trips.
Discover Boat Storage in Rice, MN
2Facilities listed
5.0★Average Google rating
124/7 gate access
7More within 30 miles
Facilities in Rice
Due North Storage
Clean, lit RV and boat storage off Highway 10 in Rice, Minnesota, with 24/7 access and cameras.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Rice. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
Granite City Storage
Sartell storage with gated 24/7 access, cameras, and covered RV spots; reviewers praise friendly staff and security.
JK Self Storage - Sartell Main
RV and boat parking in Sartell with a 4.7-star rating from 30 Google reviews.
JK Self Storage - Sartell Central
Sartell self-storage with outdoor parking and a 4.9-star rating from 43 reviews.
JK Self Storage - Sartell South
Sartell self-storage with clean, secure units and friendly staff, rated 4.8 stars by 48 reviewers.
JK Self Storage - Sauk Rapids
Sauk Rapids storage with friendly staff, clean units, and quick responses, rated 4.6 from 30 reviews.
Premier Self Storage – Sauk Rapids, MN
Indoor RV and boat storage in Sauk Rapids with gated entry, cameras, and 24/7 access.
Red River Storage
Gated outdoor RV storage in St Cloud with cameras, lights, and online rental. Reviewers praise the friendly owners and secure lot.
What's available in Rice
Two facilities serve Rice itself. JK Self Storage - Rice holds a 5.0 rating across 25 reviews and offers outdoor and boat storage. Due North Storage is smaller, rated 5.0 on a single review, and lists boat storage with 24/7 access, cameras and lighting. Neither lists covered or indoor space, and trailer and vehicle storage aren't represented in the local counts. That means open-air parking is what you'll find in town. For a boat, that's workable if you cover it and pull the drain plug before the first hard freeze. If you want a roof overhead, the 7 nearby facilities are worth a call.
Picking a spot
Ask about gate hours first. One Rice facility runs 24/7 access, which matters if you fish early or haul the boat home after dark. Cameras and lighting at Due North Storage are the kind of features that make a difference in a small lot with limited traffic. Walk the ground before you sign. Look for gravel that drains, no low spots where meltwater pools, and room to swing a trailer. Minnesota winters are hard on covers and tires, so a spot with some wind protection helps. Confirm what your insurance requires for off-season storage and whether the facility wants the boat locked or the hitch secured.
Before you park it
Winterizing is the big task here. Fog the engine, change the lower unit oil, and pull the battery so it doesn't sit through the cold. A battery maintainer at home beats a dead cell in spring. Cover the boat so snow slides off rather than pooling in the cockpit, and leave the plug out. Summer storage is simpler but not free of chores. UV fades gelcoat and cracks vinyl, so a cover earns its keep even in the warm months. Check your tie-downs after storms. If you're storing on a trailer, block the wheels and take pressure off the tires when it sits for months. The drive from Rice to the St. Cloud area lakes is short, so a midwinter visit to check the cover is easy enough.
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Nearby cities
- Sauk Rapids, MN (2 listed · 9 mi)
- Elk River, MN (2 listed · 44 mi)
- Alexandria, MN (2 listed · 56 mi)
- Willmar, MN (2 listed · 58 mi)
- Brooklyn Park, MN (3 listed · 59 mi)
- Plymouth, MN (2 listed · 62 mi)
- Minneapolis, MN (4 listed · 68 mi)
- St Paul, MN (3 listed · 74 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many boat storage facilities are in Rice, MN?
There are 2 facilities in Rice. Both are rated 5.0, and one offers 24/7 gate access. Another 7 facilities sit nearby if you're willing to drive a bit.
Is there indoor or covered boat storage in Rice?
Not according to the current listings. The counts show 1 outdoor facility and no covered or indoor options in town. If you want a roof over your boat, the nearby facilities are your best bet.
Which Rice facilities have the best ratings?
JK Self Storage - Rice holds a 5.0 rating from 25 reviews, the strongest sample in town. Due North Storage also rates 5.0 but from a single review, so weigh that accordingly.
What should I check before storing a boat for winter?
Confirm gate hours, look for ground that drains well, and ask what your insurance requires. Winterize the engine, pull the battery, cover the boat and leave the drain plug out before you park it.