Boat Storage: Keeping Your Boat Ready for the Lake,
Not Stuck in the Yard

Lubbock isn't exactly known for waterfront living, but that doesn't stop plenty of residents from owning a boat for weekend trips out to Buffalo Springs Lake, Lake Alan Henry, or further out to Possum Kingdom. The catch is that most homes here just weren't built with boat storage in mind — and a boat sitting in the yard or driveway between trips isn't doing anyone any favors.

The Trouble With Yard Storage

A boat left out in the elements deals with a lot: intense sun that fades gel coat and cracks upholstery, hail that can dent or crack a hull, and dust that settles into every crevice. On top of the wear and tear, a boat parked visibly at home is also just an easy target for theft, especially trailers and outboard motors.

Then there's the neighborhood factor — plenty of HOAs restrict or outright ban keeping a boat parked on the property or street for extended periods, which leaves owners scrambling for somewhere else to put it.

Outdoor, Covered, or Enclosed

Boat storage generally comes in a few tiers, and which one makes sense depends on the boat and how much protection you want:

Sizing for Trailer and All

When measuring for a spot, don't forget the trailer — total length includes the hitch, and width should account for any swim platforms, outboard motors, or accessories that stick out past the hull.

Getting to the Lake Faster

Beyond protection, there's a simple convenience factor: a boat stored at a facility with easy drive-up access means less time fussing with backing a trailer out of a tight driveway or maneuvering around parked cars, and more time actually getting to the water.

If your boat currently lives under a tarp in the side yard, it's probably earned a better spot — one where sun, hail, and dust aren't part of the deal.

Give Your Boat a Better Spot at Storage in Lubbock

Retire the tarp. Our enclosed 10x20 drive-up units are a great fit for jet skis, fishing boats, and smaller watercraft on a trailer, keeping them out of the sun, hail, and dust between trips. You'll get gated access, 24/7 video surveillance, paved drive lanes for easy backing, and gate hours from 6:00am to 12:00am every day, so you can hitch up early and beat the crowd to the lake. All at discounted month-to-month rates with the best price in Lubbock.

Have a bigger boat? Give us a call, and our team will point you to a trusted facility nearby that can handle it.

Reserve your unit online, call us at (806) 866-4540, or stop by 7314 82nd St, Lubbock, TX. A real neighbor will help you find the right fit.