RV Storage Buyer's Guide

Choosing the right RV storage facility involves more than simply comparing monthly rental rates. Security, lease terms, accessibility, amenities, and management quality all play an important role in protecting your RV investment and improving your ownership experience. This guide is designed to help RV owners evaluate and compare storage facilities based on the factors that matter most.

McBride's RV & Boat Storage was designed for people who use their RVs, not just store them.

Security Matters: Protecting Your RV Investment

 

Your RV is more than just a vehicle. It is a significant investment and the key to your travel adventures. At McBride's RV & Boat Storage, security is our highest priority. Our facility is protected by a live security guard who patrols the property throughout the night, along with a live on-site manager who provides additional oversight and rapid response when needed.

The entire facility is illuminated by powerful stadium-style lighting, providing exceptional visibility after dark and helping deter unwanted activity. Our advanced security camera system utilizes artificial intelligence, vehicle recognition technology, and license plate readers to monitor vehicle activity and document all traffic entering and exiting the property.

Access to the facility is controlled through computerized security gates that require individually assigned Proximity Access Cards. This helps ensure that only authorized customers and staff can enter the property. Together, these multiple layers of security create a comprehensive protection system designed to safeguard your RV, boat, or trailer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

 

Why Security Should Be a Top Priority

 

When comparing RV storage facilities, it is important to look beyond the monthly rental rate. Features such as live security patrols, an on-site manager, controlled gate access, AI-powered camera systems, license plate recognition, and superior lighting can significantly reduce risk and provide greater peace of mind. The true value of RV storage comes not only from having a place to park your RV, but from knowing it is being protected while it is there.

Understanding RV Storage Pricing and Lease Terms

 

Most RV storage facilities offer either month-to-month or annual lease agreements. At McBride's RV & Boat Storage, customers can choose the option that best fits their needs. Monthly agreements provide flexibility for customers who may need storage for a shorter period of time, while annual agreements offer valuable discounts, including promotional offers such as a free month of rent when paid in advance.

The only fees due at move-in are a one-time administrative fee and the purchase of the required proximity access cards used to enter and exit the facility. There are no hidden charges, surprise fees, mandatory service packages, or additional membership requirements.

All lease agreements renew annually and include a predictable 3% rent adjustment each year. Aside from this annual adjustment, there are no other rent increases for the life of the agreement. This allows customers to accurately budget their storage costs and avoid the uncertainty often associated with frequent rate increases.

Customers on month-to-month agreements may terminate their lease at any time by providing a 45-day written notice prior to move-out. This flexibility allows RV owners to store their vehicle only as long as needed without being locked into a long-term commitment.

For added convenience, rent may be paid by automatic recurring credit card payments, personal or business check, or cash. Recurring credit card payments are processed automatically on the first day of each month, helping customers avoid missed payments and maintain uninterrupted access to the facility.

 

What RV Owners Should Compare

When evaluating RV storage pricing, customers should compare more than just the monthly rental rate. Important factors include lease flexibility, annual rent increases, move-in fees, payment options, security features, access hours, and included amenities. A slightly higher monthly rate may provide significantly greater value when it includes enhanced security, on-site management, RV services, and customer conveniences that would otherwise cost extra elsewhere.

Special Note for Small Business

McBride's RV & Boat Storage is designed to support both individual RV owners and small businesses. Customers may add or remove storage spaces as their needs change without restarting their lease agreement or losing their established lease anniversary date. This flexibility is particularly valuable for contractors, mobile service companies, and businesses that experience seasonal growth, allowing them to scale their storage footprint without unnecessary paperwork or contract changes.

Easy Access and Convenient RV Parking

At McBride's RV & Boat Storage, we designed our facility around the needs of active RV owners. Customers enjoy 24-hour access, 7 days a week, through our computerized gate system, allowing you to access your RV whenever your travel schedule demands. Whether you're leaving before sunrise or returning late in the evening, your RV is always accessible.

Navigating large RVs, motorhomes, trailers, and boats can be challenging at many storage facilities. That's why all of our drive aisles are designed to be 35 feet wide or greater, providing ample room for maneuvering and significantly larger turning radiuses than many traditional storage yards. The extra width helps reduce stress when entering or exiting your space and makes parking easier for both experienced and new RV owners.

To further simplify parking, all storage spaces are angled approximately 30 degrees to the right. This design allows drivers to use their driver's side mirror when backing into a space, providing a clearer view and making alignment easier. Many customers find this angled parking layout far easier than backing into traditional straight spaces.

For the ultimate convenience, select spaces are available as pull-through spaces, allowing access from both ends of the storage space. Pull-through spaces eliminate the need to back in and are especially popular with larger coaches, trailers, and customers who value quick and easy access.

The facility's lighting layout was thoughtfully designed with RV owners in mind. Stadium-style light poles are positioned toward the rear of each storage space, illuminating the parking area as you pull into your spot. This provides better visibility when parking at night and helps improve overall safety throughout the facility.

All storage spaces are fully paved and clearly marked with visible space numbers, making navigation throughout the property simple and efficient. Combined with our wide drive aisles, angled parking design, and 24-hour access, McBride's RV & Boat Storage offers a convenient and user-friendly storage experience for RV owners of all skill levels.

Why Access and Ease of Use Matter

When comparing RV storage facilities, customers should consider more than location and price. The width of drive aisles, turning radius, parking angle, lighting, access hours, and overall layout can make a significant difference in how easy and stress-free it is to park and retrieve an RV. Facilities designed specifically for active RV users can save time, reduce frustration, and help prevent accidental vehicle damage during parking and maneuvering.

RV-Friendly Amenities Designed for Active RV Owners

Many RV storage facilities simply provide a parking space. At McBride's RV & Boat Storage, we have designed our facility to support active RV owners by offering a variety of amenities that help simplify trip preparation, vehicle maintenance, and post-trip cleanup. Our goal is to make it easier and more convenient to enjoy your RV while reducing the time and effort required before and after every adventure.

One of our most popular amenities is our professional RV wash bay system. The wash bays are equipped with elevated catwalks, allowing customers to safely and easily clean the roof and upper sections of their RV. Regular washing helps protect exterior finishes, extend the life of sealants, and maintain the appearance of your investment.

Our RV dump station includes a flushing system that allows customers to conveniently empty and clean their holding tanks before or after a trip. Having a dump station on-site eliminates the need to search for public facilities and helps streamline trip preparation and cleanup.

Customers also enjoy access to free clean ice, making it easy to stock coolers and prepare for travel without making an extra stop. This simple convenience has become a customer favorite and is especially valuable for weekend travelers heading directly from storage to their destination.

To help maintain and care for your RV, we provide a commercial-grade air compressor capable of delivering up to 130 PSI. Proper tire pressure is essential for safe RV operation, improved fuel efficiency, and tire longevity. Customers can quickly check and adjust tire pressures before departing on their next trip.

Our on-site vacuum station makes interior cleaning quick and convenient. Whether you need to remove dust, sand, pet hair, or debris from a recent adventure, the vacuum station helps keep your RV clean and ready for your next outing.

Additional amenities such as potable water, wide paved drive aisles, clearly marked spaces, 24-hour access, enhanced security systems, and on-site management further contribute to a storage experience designed around the needs of RV owners rather than simply vehicle storage.

Why Amenities Matter

When comparing RV storage facilities, customers should consider how often they use their RV and what services are available on-site. Amenities such as wash bays, dump stations, ice, air compressors, vacuum stations, potable water, and convenient access can save significant time and effort throughout the year. Facilities designed specifically for active RV owners often provide greater value than facilities that simply offer a parking space at a lower monthly rate.

Reputation, Experience, and Management Matter

When choosing an RV storage facility, customers should consider more than just the physical property. The quality of management, the stability of ownership, and the facility's reputation within the community can have a significant impact on the overall customer experience. A well-managed facility is more likely to be clean, secure, properly maintained, and responsive to customer needs.

McBride's RV & Boat Storage is a family-owned and operated business with roots dating back to 1967. For nearly six decades, the McBride family has been serving RV owners and building a reputation for providing safe, convenient, and customer-focused storage solutions. Unlike facilities owned by investment groups or large corporations, our management team is directly involved in the day-to-day operation of the property.

Our on-site management presence allows us to respond quickly to customer concerns, maintain the facility to a high standard, and continuously improve the storage experience. Customers have direct access to knowledgeable staff who understand RV ownership and the unique needs of RV travelers.

We believe that long-term relationships are built on trust, consistency, and service. Many of our customers have stored their RVs with us for years, and much of our business comes from referrals from satisfied customers. This reputation has been earned through a commitment to maintaining a clean facility, investing in security, providing useful amenities, and treating customers with honesty and respect.

Because our managers and staff are present on-site, customers benefit from an added level of accountability that is often missing from remotely managed facilities. Whether you have questions about your lease, need assistance accessing the property, or simply want advice from fellow RV enthusiasts, there is someone available to help.

Why Reputation Should Influence Your Decision

Price, security, access, and amenities are all important when selecting an RV storage facility. However, the people responsible for managing the property ultimately determine the quality of the experience. A facility with experienced ownership, responsive management, and a strong reputation is more likely to provide long-term value and peace of mind than a facility that competes on price alone.

McBride's RV & Boat Storage was designed for people who use their RVs, not just store them. Our commitment to security, accessibility, useful amenities, and customer service reflects that philosophy and has helped us build lasting relationships with generations of RV owners throughout Southern California.

Who Is McBride's RV & Boat Storage Best For?

McBride's RV & Boat Storage is ideal for RV owners who actively use their RVs and value security, convenience, and on-site amenities. Customers who frequently travel, maintain their RV themselves, or want easy access to wash bays, dump stations, air compressors, vacuum stations, ice, and 24-hour access often find greater value in a facility designed specifically around the RV lifestyle.

Pricing Guide for 2026 / 2027

Space Size	Type	Budget
10' x 25'	Open Air	$250 to $300
12' x 30'	Open Air	$350 to $400
12' x 45'	Open Air	$450 to $500
12' x 36'	Covered	$500 to $550
12' x 40'	Covered	$550 to $600
12' x 70'	Covered	$1,000 plus