Hives sitting directly on the ground invite moisture problems and give skunks an easy meal. This folding stand raises your hives 14 inches off the ground — enough to deter most ground pests while keeping everything at a comfortable working height — and folds flat for transport when you need to move it.
Key Features
- 14-inch elevation keeps hives off the ground, away from moisture and pests like skunks
- Foldable legs pivot into the platform for compact transport — small enough to fit in a car trunk
- Holds 3 standard 10-frame hives, with extra room to spare for 8-frame or 5-frame configurations
- Built from pressure-treated, ground-rated lumber for long-term weather resistance
- Rated to support the full weight of 3 stacked 10-frame hives with honey supers
- Assembled with rust-resistant, outdoor-rated hardware
Construction Details
The platform is built from pressure-treated, ground-rated 2x6 lumber and measures 60 inches long by 20½ inches wide. The foldable legs use 2x4 lumber and pivot neatly into the platform for storage or transport between seasons.
Want an Adjustable Option?
If you need to fine-tune height on uneven ground, our Metal Hive Stand with Adjustable Legs offers a customizable alternative.