Alaska EZ Storage has been open to Wasilla residents since 2025, and we've learned something important this year. What works for RV storage in the Lower 48 doesn't always work in Alaska. Our winters are no joke, and the facility you choose needs to match the reality of living near our facility at 1350 E Bogard Rd.
This storage type article will break down the RV storage options available at our facility and provide a realistic picture of what that looks like.
Why People Choose Outdoor RV Storage in Wasilla
Alaska's weather is harsh. But thousands of RV owners store their vehicles outdoors every winter and do just fine. The key is knowing what you're working with and preparing accordingly.
The Benefits of Storing With Alaska EZ Storage
Cost is one of the most significant benefits. You're not paying premium prices for covered or enclosed storage, which means more money for actual RV trips with the family. For many people, that math works out perfectly. At our facility, you can easily access it when you need it. Want to grab something from your RV at 12 am in January? No problem. Need to do a mid-winter check? Drive up and handle it. There's no waiting for facility staff or dealing with complicated access procedures.
Outdoor ventilation prevents moisture issues from occurring. Enclosed storage without proper airflow can trap moisture, leading to mold problems. Our outdoor storage naturally ventilates, which is more important than people realize, and makes it easier for individuals to get up and go.
Space for big rigs. We can accommodate motorhomes from 12' x 35' and smaller. With this size, your RV gets room to breathe, and you won’t have to worry about clearance.
What Makes Our Outdoor Storage Different
Not all outdoor RV storage is the same, especially in Alaska. Here's what we've set up at Alaska EZ Storage specifically for Wasilla conditions:
Proper Drainage: Our property is graded so spring melt doesn't create standing water around your RV.
Regular Snow Removal: We keep access roads and pathways clear all winter. You shouldn't need a snowmobile to check on your RV in January.
Security Features: Fencing, gate access, and cameras. Your RV's sitting for months. Security matters as much as weather protection.
Year-Round Accessibility: Some storage facilities are basically unreachable half the year. We maintain access because we know people need to get to their RVs.
You Need To Winterize Your RV
No matter which storage type you choose, you absolutely must winterize your RV before storing it in Alaska. This isn't California, where you can skip a step and get away with it.
What You Absolutely Must Do:
Drain every single water line, tank, and system in your RV. Any water left behind will freeze, expand, and destroy whatever it's trapped in. You could see burst pipes, cracked tanks, ruined water heaters.
Add RV antifreeze to all drains and traps. Just draining isn't enough in Alaska temperatures. Antifreeze gives you peace of mind.
Remove or properly maintain batteries. Cold kills batteries fast. Either bring them inside for the winter or use a quality battery maintainer.
Protect against rodents. Mice seeking winter shelter will likely move into your RV if you give them the opportunity. Using steel wool in vents and openings, along with rodent deterrent products, is essential.
Cover or seal roof vents, but allow some ventilation. You need airflow to prevent moisture buildup, but you don't want snow blowing directly into vents.
Document everything with photos. When spring comes, and you're trying to remember if you drained the outdoor shower line, photos save you.
Our Recommendation
Outdoor RV storage in Wasilla is practical if you do two things correctly. Select a reputable facility and prepare your RV properly.
The preparation part requires work you’ll have to do. Winterize your RV correctly, use a quality cover if you choose to cover it, and check on your RV periodically during storage season.
Is outdoor storage as protective as a heated indoor building? Obviously not. But for most RVs and most budgets, it's a practical solution that works. Thousands of Alaskans store their RVs outdoors every year without problems.
The key is being realistic about what you're working with and not cutting corners on preparation.
Ready to Store?
Alaska winter is coming whether we like it or not, and RV storage spaces at good facilities fill up as fall approaches. If you're planning to store your rig for the season, don't wait until the first snow to figure it out.
Come check out our facility at Alaska EZ Storage. We'll show you the outdoor storage areas, discuss openly what to expect, and help you determine if our setup is suitable for your RV and situation. No pressure, no sales pitch. Just straight talk from people who've been storing RVs through Alaska winters and know what works.
Your RV deserves a good spot to spend the cold months, and you deserve peace of mind knowing it's in a secure, well-maintained facility. That's what we're set up to provide right here in Wasilla.