Phil Castle, The Business Times

Clark Jensen leads an impromptu tour of Red Rock RV and Marine Storage, pointing out what he sees as the amenities of the new facility in Grand Junction.

There’s the secure fencing, around-the-clock surveillance and recreational vehicle dump station, Jensen said. Moreover, the facility is automated, offering 24-hour access and online leasing and account management. 

That’s not to mention close and easy access to Interstate Highway 70, he said. “It’s one of the best locations in the valley, I think.”

Jensen and Tom Fee recently opened Red Rock RV and Marine Storage, culminating about three years of development on the project. 

After a soft opening, a grand opening celebration is planned for early to mid-May, Jensen said.

Jensen also operates the North Fork Sales auto dealership in Grand Junction. Fee works as a broker associate with the RE/MAX 4000 real estate agency in Grand Junction.

Jensen said the two envision increased demand for recreational and boat storage given the growing sales of RVs and boats and growing population of the Grand Valley. “I think there’s definitely a need.”

Red Rock RV and Marine Storage offers 280 spaces on 6 acres covered with a  crushed asphalt surface.

Fencing, cameras and a locked gate with a keypad provide security, he said.

A dump station provides convenience for those bringing their RVs back to storage after outings, he said. “It’ll be a selling point.”

Given the amenities, Jensen said the 40-foot by 13-foot spaces are competitively priced at $70 a month for 12-month leases and $80 a month for month-to-month leases.

Leasing and account management is available online through a simple process, although help is only a phone call away if questions or problems arise, he said.

Jensen expects to soon offer covered sites for customers who prefer to keep their RVs and boats protected from sun and moisture. There’s also room on the property to construct a personal storage facility at some point in the future, he said.

For now, though, Jensen said he’s pleased to open — and pleased with the reaction so far. “It’s pretty exciting to see it finally happening.”

Red Rock RV & Marine Storage is located at 849 21 1/2 Road in Grand Junction. For more information, call 644-1595 or visit redrockrvmarinestorage.com.