Public Storage
Roanoke Public Storage offers covered, indoor, and outdoor RV storage with 24/7 access and a 4.5-star rating from 221 reviews.
Roanoke, VA
Boat Storage in Roanoke, VA
Roanoke sits close enough to Smith Mountain Lake and the upper James that a boat is a weekend habit, not a hobby. The trouble is driveway space and sun. Three storage facilities serve the city, averaging 4.6 stars, with two offering 24/7 gate access. Covered and indoor options exist alongside open outdoor spots, so you can match the shelter to how much you baby the hull.
Discover Boat Storage in Roanoke, VA
3Facilities listed
4.6★Average Google rating
224/7 gate access
3More within 30 miles
Facilities in Roanoke
4th Street RV & Boat Storage
Gravel RV and boat parking in Roanoke with 24/7 access, a fenced and gated lot, and a 4.8-star rating.
Virginia Varsity Storage
Roanoke self-storage with RV and boat parking, friendly on-site staff, easy access, and clean units.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Roanoke. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
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Salem RV, boat and car storage with gated keypad access and staff reviewers call helpful.
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Hollins Public Storage offers covered, indoor, and outdoor RV parking with 24/7 gated access and a 4.4-star rating.
TCB Coatings & Blue World RV
RV and boat storage plus repair shop off HWY 220 near Smith Mountain Lake in Rocky Mount.
What Roanoke offers
Three facilities in town, plus three more nearby, gives you a little room to compare. Of the local count, one is covered, one indoor and two outdoor, with boat storage listed at all three. That spread matters in the Roanoke Valley, where summer sun and winter freezes both work on gelcoat and vinyl. An indoor bay keeps a boat out of UV and weather entirely. Covered is the middle ground. Outdoor is cheapest and fine for a trailer queen you rinse after every trip. Call ahead on the covered and indoor slots. Small markets turn over slowly and the enclosed spaces go first.
The names worth knowing
Public Storage carries the most reviews by far at 221 and a 4.5 rating, with covered, indoor, outdoor and vehicle options and features like gated entry, lighting and climate control. 4th Street RV & Boat Storage rates 4.8 across 9 reviews and offers gated 24/7 access on outdoor and parking spaces. Virginia Varsity Storage sits at 4.4 with 28 reviews and climate control. Read the low-review listings with some patience. A handful of ratings tells you less than a couple hundred, but a 4.8 still hints at a facility that treats its renters well. Visit before you sign.
Picking your spot
Two of the three facilities here run 24/7 gate access, which matters if you fish at dawn or pull in after dark. Check gate hours before you commit if yours is the one that doesn't. Ask what the gate needs from you, a code or a card, and whether it logs entries. For an outdoor space, plan on a quality cover and a way to keep the battery charged between trips. Winterizing is a real chore around here when the first hard freeze lands. Confirm your insurance covers the boat while it sits off your property, and ask whether the facility wants proof of coverage.
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Nearby cities
- Christiansburg, VA (2 listed · 26 mi)
- Reidsville, NC (2 listed · 68 mi)
- Stokesdale, NC (3 listed · 70 mi)
- Kernersville, NC (2 listed · 81 mi)
- Greensboro, NC (6 listed · 84 mi)
- Winston-Salem, NC (6 listed · 85 mi)
- Burlington, NC (2 listed · 87 mi)
- Mebane, NC (2 listed · 90 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many boat storage facilities are in Roanoke?
Three facilities are listed in Roanoke, with three more nearby. Boat storage appears at all three, and the local average rating is 4.6 across the group. That is a small market, so call before you drive out to look at a space.
How many Roanoke facilities offer 24/7 gate access?
Two of the three local facilities offer 24/7 gate access. If early launches or late returns are part of your routine, confirm which ones have it before you choose. Otherwise, check standard gate hours and make sure they fit your schedule.
Is covered or indoor boat storage available?
Yes. One Roanoke facility is listed as covered and one as indoor, with two offering outdoor spaces. Indoor costs more but keeps sun, rain and hail off the hull. Covered is a reasonable middle. Outdoor is the budget pick if you keep the boat covered and washed.
What should I check before signing?
Walk the grounds and look at drainage, lighting and gate condition. Ask about access hours, security, and whether the facility requires insurance. For outdoor spots, plan on a cover and a battery maintainer. For indoor, ask about ventilation so trapped moisture doesn't sit against the hull.