Where Do I Store My Boat?

When you are thinking where to put your boat for the off season, you have many options. Each one has its own pros and cons and the decision is which one works best for you. We will take some time and discuss the different options that your family has for your boat storage needs. 

The first way we will discuss is the trailer. There is no less expensive option than storing your boat on a trailer. You can keep your boat right at your fingertips having it sitting in your driveway or in your backyard. Another added convenience is the ability to take your boat with you if you head south for a winter vacation and to enjoy those rare winter days that you can spend on the water. The biggest advantage is the money you will save not having to pay storage fees at a facility.

Rack storage is another option for your boat storage needs. Rack storage is exactly like it sounds. Your boat is forklifted out of the water and placed into a warehouse that is filled with trailer like cradles. When you want to use your boat for the day, the facility will retrieve your boat and place it in the water and upon your return, will put it back on it rack. This is a great option if you have a smaller boat. Unfortunately, there are size limits with rack storage.

If you have a larger boat, storing your boat at a wet slip in the marina is the option for you.  It is convenient for you to pack up the family and gear and head down to the dock and go. Rates for the slips will vary by the size of the slip you purchase. You are usually charged by the square footage of water your boat occupies. Most marinas offer showers and bathrooms for your boat to feel more like home. 

Where to Keep Your Boat A key component of boat ownership is the question of where to keep your boat when you're not using it. Budget, convenience and availability play into the equation and should be part of any pre-purchase family discussion. Do you have more questions about boat storage? Ask it by leaving us a comment.