Topsail Tide Boat & RV Storage HWY 50
Gated, well-lit gravel lot in Surf City with 24/7 keypad access, cameras, and a 5.0 rating from reviewers.
Surf City, NC
Boat Storage in Surf City, NC
Surf City sits on Topsail Island, where salt air and summer storms are hard on a boat. Two boat storage facilities serve the town itself and another six sit within easy reach, so most owners can find a spot without a long haul. Both local options rate a perfect 5.0 from the few folks who have reviewed them. Here is how to think about picking one.
Discover Boat Storage in Surf City, NC
2Facilities listed
5.0★Average Google rating
124/7 gate access
6More within 30 miles
Facilities in Surf City
Surf City Boat Storage
Boat and RV storage in Surf City with a 5.0 rating from three Google reviews.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Surf City. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
Topsail Tide Boat & RV Storage HWY 210
Indoor and outdoor boat and RV storage in Hampstead with 24/7 access and a 5.0 rating from 10 reviews.
EZ & RV Boat Storage
Outdoor boat and trailer storage in Hampstead with keyless 24/7 access and a 5.0 rating from three reviews.
Hilltop Storage NC
Hilltop Storage in Hampstead offers clean, secure RV and boat storage with friendly staff and easy access.
Coastal Marine Storage
Family-owned storage yard in Hampstead with covered and indoor spots, wash stations, and security cameras.
Hurricane Hole Storage
Holly Ridge boat and RV storage with fully enclosed units, 24/7 access, and a 4.8-star rating from 24 reviews.
Atlantic Discount Storage
Sneads Ferry storage with climate-controlled units and enclosed RV and boat storage, rated 4.6 stars from 46 reviews.
Two facilities, both rated 5.0
The town has two boat storage facilities, and reviewers have been kind to both. Topsail Tide Boat & RV Storage HWY 50 carries a 5.0 from 8 reviews. Surf City Boat Storage holds a 5.0 from 3 reviews. That is a small sample, so read the reviews for what people actually say about the gate, the yard and how the staff handles a phone call. Fewer reviews means less to go on, not a bad sign. A call and a drive past tells you plenty. If neither fits, six more facilities sit nearby. Two strong local options plus six nearby gives you room to compare.
Security and access
One of the two local facilities offers 24/7 gate access. That matters on this island. Topsail is a barrier island, and inlet bridges can back up on a summer Saturday, so a yard with a gate that opens when you arrive beats one with posted office hours. Topsail Tide also lists gated entry and cameras, which is the combination to look for when a boat sits unattended for weeks. Ask whether the cameras cover the whole yard or just the gate. Ask if the access code changes and how often. Confirm the gate hours before you sign anything, especially if you fish early.
Sun, salt and a covered slot
Neither local facility lists covered or indoor space. That means open storage, which is fine but means work on your part. UV fades gelcoat and cracks vinyl, and salt air does the same at a slower pace. A good canvas cover that sheds water beats a tarp that pools it. Pull the drain plug, tilt the bow up and leave the bilge dry. On a battery maintainer, the charge stays up over the off-season. Wash and rinse the hull and trailer after every trip, and check the trailer tires and lights before you tow, since the yard will not do it for you.
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Nearby cities
- Hampstead, NC (4 listed · 5 mi)
- Sneads Ferry, NC (5 listed · 11 mi)
- Castle Hayne, NC (2 listed · 21 mi)
- Jacksonville, NC (3 listed · 22 mi)
- Wilmington, NC (6 listed · 23 mi)
- Hubert, NC (2 listed · 27 mi)
- Leland, NC (2 listed · 31 mi)
- Newport, NC (4 listed · 43 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many boat storage facilities are in Surf City?
There are 2 boat storage facilities in Surf City. Both are rated 5.0. If you want more choices, 6 additional facilities sit nearby, so you can compare before committing to a yard.
Do any Surf City facilities offer 24/7 gate access?
Yes, 1 of the 2 local facilities lists 24/7 gate access. Confirm the code policy and whether the gate works on holidays before you sign, since that access is the reason many owners pick one yard over another.
Are there covered or indoor boat storage options in town?
Neither of the 2 local facilities lists covered or indoor space, so plan on open storage. A fitted cover, a tilted bow and a pulled drain plug go a long way against sun and rain on the island.
What should I ask before choosing a facility?
Ask about the contract term, insurance requirements, gate hours and how often access codes change. Read the reviews, then visit at the time of day you would actually use the yard. Two facilities and 6 nearby give you room to compare.