Where Do Western Slope Boats and RVs Go for Winter Near Parachute?

WESTERN SLOPE WINTER STORAGE GUIDE
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Summer on the Western Slope means the Colorado River, reservoirs and camping trips. Winter means the boat and the RV need a home. Right off I-70 Exit 75, open-air parking in Parachute keeps them fenced, gated and close to Battlement Mesa and Rifle.
Lego style gravel storage lot at Parachute Self Storage with a travel trailer and a blue ski boat on a trailer behind a chain link fence with a keypad gate, drive-up units and a mesa behind
Winter RV, camper and boat parking off I-70 Exit 75 in Parachute.

I f you are wondering where Western Slope boats and RVs go for winter, the short answer is: somewhere fenced, gated and easy to reach from I-70, not the side yard or the street. HOA rules, tight driveways and winter wind make home parking hard for a camper or ski boat. Parachute Self Storage, at 427 and 156 Cardinal Way, Parachute, CO 81635, right off I-70 Exit 75, offers open-air parking for RVs, boats, campers and trailers, plus drive-up units for the gear. Call (970) 285-7102, see RV and boat storage in Parachute, or rent online.

Key Points:
• Keyword focus: winter RV and boat storage in Parachute and boat storage near Battlement Mesa
• 427 and 156 Cardinal Way, Parachute, CO 81635, right off I-70 Exit 75
• Open-air gravel parking for RVs, boats, campers, trailers, cars and motorcycles
• Drive-up units from 5x10 to 10x20 for gear, covers and accessories
• Fully fenced, coded gate, 24/7 video, LED lighting, 24-hour access
• No guessed rates: see live pricing at /#Rent or call (970) 285-7102

Putting the boat or RV away for winter? Call (970) 285-7102, check the size guide, or rent online.

Why winter storage questions spike in the fall

From spring to early fall, Western Slope boats and campers stay busy on the Colorado River, at nearby reservoirs and on camping trips. Once the season winds down, owners face the same question: where does a 20 to 30 foot rig sit for five months without blocking the driveway or breaking HOA rules?

Parachute sits on I-70 between Rifle and De Beque, so a lot here is an easy drop on the way home from the last trip of the year.

Close to Battlement Mesa, Rifle and De Beque

Battlement Mesa
About 5 minutes
Rifle
About 15 minutes
De Beque
About 15 minutes
Silt
About 20 minutes
Grand Junction
About 50 minutes

Battlement Mesa owners can also read our guide to storage near Battlement Mesa.

What fits where

Open-air parking
Gravel spaces for RVs, boats, campers, trailers, cars and motorcycles. The common choice for a rig that just needs a secure place to sit until spring. Call with your total length, including the tongue.
Drive-up units, 5x10 to 10x20
Enclosed units for life jackets, fishing gear, camp chairs, RV covers and tools. Keeping these out of the rig cuts down on moisture and pests.

If you are weighing a drive-up unit on its own, our post on when drive-up storage makes sense in Parachute covers that choice.

A short winter checklist

For the boat

Drain and winterize
Follow your engine maker's winterization steps or have a shop do it before storage.
Clean and dry
Remove food, wet gear and cushions. Moisture is what causes mildew.
Cover tight
A fitted cover strapped down against Western Slope wind.
Trailer care
Check tires and bearings, and use a coupler lock.

For the RV or camper

Water lines
Drain tanks and lines, or have the RV winterized, before the first freeze.
Empty the fridge and pantry
Food left behind draws pests.
Batteries
Disconnect or remove them for the season.
Tires
Inflate to spec and consider covers to block sun.

A little prep now saves a lot of spring repairs.

Security and access

The property is fully fenced with a coded gate, 24/7 video and LED lighting, and tenants have 24-hour access. Rentals are month-to-month with no deposit, so you can store for winter and move out when the season starts again. Questions? See the FAQ or the contact page.

FAQ: Winter RV and boat storage near Parachute

Where is Parachute Self Storage?

427 and 156 Cardinal Way, Parachute, CO 81635, right off I-70 Exit 75.

Can I park an RV, boat or camper?

Yes. Open-air gravel parking holds RVs, boats, campers, trailers, cars and motorcycles. Call (970) 285-7102 with your total length.

Do you have enclosed units?

Yes. Drive-up units run from 5x10 to 10x20 for gear, covers and accessories.

Is the lot secure?

The property is fully fenced with a coded gate, 24/7 video and LED lighting.

Can I rent just for winter?

Yes. Rentals are month-to-month with no deposit.

How much does winter storage cost?

Rates change by size and season. See live pricing at /#Rent or call (970) 285-7102.

Give the boat and RV a secure winter home right off I-70. Parachute Self Storage, 427 and 156 Cardinal Way, Parachute, CO 81635 · (970) 285-7102 · RV and boat storage · rent online · contact.

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