Public Storage
Waukegan self-storage with covered, indoor, and outdoor RV spots. Reviewers praise the manager and clean, gated access.
Waukegan, IL
Car & Vehicle Storage in Waukegan, IL
Waukegan sits right on Lake Michigan, and the lake effect means a rig left outside here takes a real beating from sun, rain and winter salt air. Two facilities in town list vehicle storage, with an average rating of 4.9 across them. Eight more sit nearby if you widen the search. Both of the local facilities offer 24/7 gate access, which matters when you want to pull out early or roll in after dark.
Discover Car & Vehicle Storage in Waukegan, IL
2Facilities listed
4.9★Average Google rating
224/7 gate access
8More within 30 miles
Facilities in Waukegan
Self-Storage at U-Haul
U-Haul self-storage in Waukegan with indoor and outdoor vehicle storage, climate control, and 24/7 access.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Waukegan. Many owners store a town or two away to save on the monthly rate.
Self-Storage at U-Haul
Gurnee U-Haul with indoor and outdoor RV storage, 24/7 access, cameras and climate control.
CubeSmart Self Storage
Gurnee self-storage with covered RV parking, gated access and cameras. Rated 4.6 stars from 228 reviews.
CubeSmart Self Storage
North Chicago self-storage on Route 137 with covered RV parking, gated access, cameras, and a 4.5-star rating from 143 reviews.
Extra Space Storage
Beach Park self-storage with covered vehicle parking and a staff reviewers keep praising by name.
Self-Storage at U-Haul
U-Haul storage in Libertyville with indoor and outdoor vehicle parking, 24/7 access, and cameras.
ClearHome Self Storage
ClearHome Self Storage in Zion offers RV, car, and boat storage with a 4.9-star rating from 274 reviews.
Public Storage
Libertyville Public Storage with gated, lit RV and boat storage and staff reviewers call kind.
Extra Space Storage
Grayslake self-storage with vehicle and boat parking, rated 4.8 from 335 Google reviews.
What you get in town
The two local facilities split the work. Public Storage handles covered, indoor and outdoor spots and even lists boat storage, with 484 reviews averaging 4.8. Self-Storage at U-Haul is smaller in review count but perfect so far, and it lists indoor and outdoor vehicle storage with cameras and a wash on site. Between them you have real choices on how much cover your rig gets. Check gate hours before you commit. Both here run 24/7 access, but confirm how the keypad or app works for your first visit and whether the gate is lit after dark if you tow in late.
Covered or out in the open
One facility lists covered spots, two list indoor, and two list outdoor. If your RV is older and the finish matters to you, indoor keeps UV and hail off the roof and sides. Covered gives you a roof without four walls. Outdoor is usually the cheapest way to keep a rig off the street, but you are betting on the weather. Lake Michigan air carries moisture, so anything sitting outside in Waukegan benefits from a breathable cover and a battery maintainer on the house battery. Pull the batteries or tend them, and check tire pressure before a spring trip. Hail can dent roof vents and AC shrouds, so look up before you sign.
Room nearby
Eight more facilities sit within reach of Waukegan, so you are not locked into two options. That matters if you need a bigger bay, a longer pull-through, or a spot closer to where you actually launch. Compare what each one lists for indoor and outdoor before you drive out to look. Ask about insurance requirements and whether the facility wants a copy of your policy. Walk the grounds at the time of day you would normally visit and look at drainage, lighting and how tight the turns are for a longer rig. A quick visit beats a phone call on this.
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- Mundelein, IL (4 listed · 10 mi)
- Antioch, IL (2 listed · 14 mi)
- Kenosha, WI (5 listed · 15 mi)
- Palatine, IL (3 listed · 17 mi)
- Arlington Heights, IL (3 listed · 20 mi)
- Crystal Lake, IL (2 listed · 23 mi)
- Des Plaines, IL (3 listed · 23 mi)
- Genoa City, WI (2 listed · 25 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many vehicle storage facilities are in Waukegan?
Two facilities list vehicle storage in Waukegan, and eight more are nearby. The two local ones average 4.9 in rating, so the choice is small but strong. Widen the radius if you need a specific type of spot.
How many of them offer 24/7 gate access?
Both of the Waukegan facilities list 24/7 gate access. That helps if you tow out before sunrise or come back after a long day on the road. Confirm the entry procedure on your first visit.
Can I store a boat or trailer here?
Public Storage lists boat storage, and both facilities list vehicle storage. Neither of the two lists trailer storage specifically, so ask before you haul a trailer over. The nearby facilities may cover what these do not.
What should I check before signing?
Visit at your normal arrival time and look at lighting, drainage and turning room for your rig. Ask about insurance requirements and gate procedures. For outdoor spots, plan on a cover and a battery maintainer through the Illinois winter.