Vehicles
No room in the driveway, or an HOA that says no? Here is how to pick between covered, uncovered, and enclosed storage, measure for the right space, and get your RV or boat ready to sit through Lubbock sun, hail, and freezes.
RV and boat listings are coming to this site soon. Many of our locations have vehicle spaces available now. Find a location near you and call to check space lengths and availability.
Most facilities offer one or more of these. The right one depends on your budget, how long you are storing, and how much the sun and weather worry you.
A marked space in a secured outdoor lot.
Best for: short stays, trailers, boats under a good cover
A space under a roof or canopy, open on the sides.
Best for: most RVs and boats in West Texas
A large drive-up unit with walls and a door.
Best for: classic cars, high-end boats, long-term storage
The number on your registration is not the number that matters. Measure the whole rig, the way it will actually sit in the space.
Length: from the tip of the hitch or tongue to the farthest point at the back, including bumpers, ladders, bike racks, spare tires, and outboard motors.
Height: from the ground to the highest point, such as an AC unit, antenna, or T-top. This matters for covered and enclosed spaces.
Width: with mirrors and awnings folded in. Most spaces are about 10 to 12 feet wide.
Add room to spare: pick a space a couple of feet longer than your total so you can park and walk around it.
| What you are storing | Look for a space about |
|---|---|
| Car, truck, jet skis, or small utility trailer | 20 ft |
| Bass boat or small fishing boat on a trailer | 25 ft |
| Pontoon, ski boat, or pop-up camper | 25 to 30 ft |
| Travel trailer or Class C motorhome | 30 to 35 ft |
| Fifth wheel or toy hauler | 35 to 40 ft |
| Class A motorhome | 40 to 45 ft or more |
These are general ranges. Always go by your own measurements, and ask each location which lengths it has.
A little work on the way in saves a lot of repairs on the way out, especially if it will sit through a West Texas summer or winter.
Sun: UV fades paint and gelcoat and cracks rubber seals and tires. Tire covers are cheap insurance.
Hail: spring storms on the South Plains can bring large hail. Covered or enclosed storage is the best protection.
Wind: strap covers down tight. A loose cover flapping for weeks will scuff the finish underneath.
Freezes: one hard freeze can crack water lines and engine blocks. Winterize before cold weather, not after.
Online vehicle listings are coming soon. Find a location near you and call to check space lengths and availability.
Measure from the tip of the hitch to the farthest point at the back, including ladders and spare tires, then choose a space a couple of feet longer. Travel trailers usually need about 30 to 35 feet, and Class A motorhomes often need 40 feet or more.
For most owners, yes. Sun fades paint and cracks seals and tires, and spring storms can bring hail. A roof over your RV or boat blocks the worst of both.
Yes, if it will be stored through winter. Lubbock gets many freezing nights each year, and water left in lines, tanks, or an engine can freeze and crack them.
Requirements vary by location. Many facilities ask for a current registration and proof of insurance, and some require the vehicle to be in running condition. Call the location to confirm before you go.