4 verified storage & haul-out operators
Chicago-Area Boat Storage & Haul-Out
An editorial directory of operators whose official websites confirm winter storage and/or haul-out services for southern Lake Michigan boaters. This is not a ranking, marketplace, or paid partner list. Chicago Harbors’ published mooring season (May 1–October 31) is a program calendar, not each yard’s haul-out date — ask operators for current contracts, quotes, and space.
Before you go: Verified from official sources; operational details change — always confirm with the linked source.
Service wording below tracks what each operator published on the linked page on the verification date. Rates, photos, reviews, and yard capacity are not listed here because they change; confirm current terms with the operator before you plan haul-out.
Chicago Harbors Winter Storage
Location: Chicago, IL — 31st Street Harbor and Montrose Harbor
Service area: Chicago Harbors slip holders and boaters arranging lakefront winter storage through Chicago Harbors / Westrec
Official Chicago Harbors winter storage page lists winter boat storage at 31st Street Harbor (indoor heated and outdoor) and Montrose Harbor (outdoor), with haul-out typically in October and launching beginning in April. Storage packages described on that page include haul-out, launching, and blocking/standing (or owner cradle/trailer options).
Confirmed on the official site
- Winter storage (31st Street indoor heated & outdoor; Montrose outdoor)
- Haul-out and spring launching
- Blocking / standing (or owner cradle/trailer options)
- Approved winter-service vendor program (listed on the official page)
Ask the operator for current quotes, contracts, and availability — BoatingChicago does not take reservations or publish rates.
Official website → · Chicago Harbors — Winter Storage · verified Oct 11, 2026
Crowley's Yacht Yard Lakeside
Location: 3434 East 95th Street, Chicago, IL (Calumet River)
Service area: Chicago south lakefront / Calumet River access to Lake Michigan
Operator storage page describes indoor and outdoor yard storage at a Chicago Calumet River facility with travel lifts, crane capacity, deep-water docks, and 24-hour guard service. Haul and load-out services are described on the yard’s haul page; confirm current capabilities with the yard.
Confirmed on the official site
- Indoor and outdoor boat storage
- Marine travel lifts and crane (per operator storage/haul pages)
- Haul / load-out coordination (per operator haul page)
- Ship’s store and yard access options (per operator)
Ask the operator for current quotes, contracts, and availability — BoatingChicago does not take reservations or publish rates.
Official website → · Crowley's Yacht Yard — Storage · verified Oct 11, 2026
Larsen Marine
Location: 625 E Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, IL
Service area: Waukegan Harbor area / northern Illinois Lake Michigan
Official storage page describes winter storage packages that include haul-out, hull bottom pressure wash, and spring launch, plus mast storage, dry stack, and trailer storage options. The operator asks customers to call for pricing and availability.
Confirmed on the official site
- Winter storage (haul-out, bottom wash, and spring launch included per storage page)
- Indoor mast storage and other mast options
- Dry stack and trailer storage (per storage page)
- Onsite service and ship’s store
Ask the operator for current quotes, contracts, and availability — BoatingChicago does not take reservations or publish rates.
Official website → · Larsen Marine — Storage · verified Oct 11, 2026
Southport Marina
Location: 21 56th Street, Kenosha, WI (Harbor Park)
Service area: Kenosha Harbor Park / southern Wisconsin Lake Michigan
Official slip-rentals page describes heated indoor winter storage and outdoor storage capacity, and the marina site lists a travel lift and mechanical service. Contact the marina for current rates and space — we do not publish quotes.
Confirmed on the official site
- Heated indoor winter storage
- Outdoor winter storage
- Travel lift (listed among marina amenities)
- Mechanical service (listed among marina amenities)
Ask the operator for current quotes, contracts, and availability — BoatingChicago does not take reservations or publish rates.
Official website → · Southport Marina — Slip Rentals / Winter Storage · verified Oct 11, 2026
Planning context
Pair this directory with the winterization hub, winter storage guide, winterizing guide, and spring launch checklist. Manufacturer manuals and qualified marine service still govern engine and systems work.