Winter Boat Storage Options

When the temperatures cool down, many boat owners in the Pacific Northwest choose to store their boats for the fall and winter seasons. Some folks may simply park their trailered boats uncovered in their driveway or on the street, but you’re probably aware that this is not the safest option. If you truly want to protect your boat from weather damage, vandalism, or theft, you need to store it securely. Here are some of your options.

Covered On a Trailer

You can, of course, store your boat out on its trailer if that’s your best option. Just make sure that you park underneath some kind of shelter like a carport and that you invest in a snug-fitting, weather-resistant cover for the boat to protect it.

Docked at a Marina

Many local marinas offer convenient slip rentals that you can take advantage of over the winter season if you’d like to keep your boat near the water. The weather can still impact your boat, so keeping it snugly covered is important, and if you want to take your boat somewhere else, this can be a bit challenging.

Stored Indoors

If your property has a large garage or shed that can hold your trailered boat, this may be the perfect way to keep your boat safe for several months. You can also look into local dry-storage options at marinas or rent a storage area for the season.

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