Rental of backpacking and camping gear for Yosemite National Park is easy; just click on the Rentals tab above to get started
. You can rent tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, hydration gear, lights, SPOT GPS trackers – anything you need for a wonderful outdoor experience.
Can you rent climbing gear in Yosemite?
Take a guided tour with our spectacular rock climbing guides!
The Yosemite Mountaineering School rents camping gear, climbing gear and backpacking equipment on a first-come first-served basis
. No reservations are accepted. Call 209.372.
What do you need for camping in Yosemite?
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Map & compass.
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Trash bag.
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Sunglasses and sunscreen.
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Food and water.
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Storm gear.
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Headlamp/flashlight (with extra batteries)
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First-aid kit.
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Fire starter.
Can you rent hiking poles at Yosemite?
Rent snowshoes, trekking poles and bicycles in advance
or stop by the shop to rent yours today.
What should I pack for Yosemite in July?
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Sturdy Water Shoes for Playing in Rivers and Waterfalls. ...
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Binoculars to Watch Climbers and Bears. ...
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Sturdy Boots for Hiking on Granite. ...
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A Rain Jacket. ...
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A Couple Water Bottles or a Hydration System. ...
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A Sun Hat, Sunglasses and Sunscreen. ...
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Warm and Cold Clothing Layers.
Do I need hiking shoes for Yosemite?
Waterproof hiking shoes and boots are necessary for hikes during spring and winter when trails are wet and snowy
. All Season Hiking Clothes: Dressing in layers is always suggested when planning an outing in Yosemite. Very few hikes begin and end in only shorts and T-shirts.
Can I bring food into Yosemite?
“Food” includes all food and drinks, regardless of packaging, along with trash, toiletries, and other scented items. These items must be stored in either an allowed bear-resistant food container or food locker.
Hanging food is illegal throughout Yosemite
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Can you pitch a tent in Yosemite?
If you want to go camping inside Yosemite National Park,
you’ll find campgrounds that accommodate recreational vehicles, camping trailers, and tents
, along with some backcountry sites that you have to hike to. For any sites inside the park, reservations are recommended.
Should I bring binoculars to Yosemite?
If nature watching is part of your plan in Yosemite bring some binoculars with you so you can get a closer look
. As the river and the waterfalls will be at their best, many visitors hike to see them. Getting up close means getting wet. Carrying a light weight towel is great so you can dry off easily.
Is Yosemite tap water safe to drink?
Is your water safe to drink?
Our water is perfectly safe to drink
, bath and swim in, but we recommend that you bring bottled water for drinking, due to the fact that our water has a high mineral content.
Do you need bear spray in Yosemite?
Bear spray/pepper spray is not allowed in Yosemite
. The intent is not to harm the bear, but to scare it from the area and restore its natural fear of people by providing a negative experience.
How many days do you need in Yosemite?
If you only plan to do a few hikes and drive around to see the sights,
three days
is enough to see most everything. If you’d like to linger, you’ll have time to enjoy more ranger-led activities, attend evening programs, take tours, and hang around enjoying the scenery.
Do you need bug spray in Yosemite?
Bug spray.
At times, mosquitoes can be as thick as thieves in Yosemite because of all of the standing water created by snowmelt and natural springs.
You’ll need bug spray in summer, particularly in Tuolumne Meadows when mosquitoes can really be annoying
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Do you need trekking poles in Yosemite?
It is generally not necessary
. It helps if you are going downhill when your legs are tired. Gives you some extra support (one extra leg or even two). Handy if the trail is steep.
Do you need snow boots for Yosemite?
Your feet are arguably the most important aspect of a walk around Yosemite in winter. If your feet get cold or wet, you won’t feel like walking far.
Shoes or boots that are waterproof, or water-resistant go a long way – both literally and figuratively.
Are there easy trails in Yosemite?
Lower Yosemite Falls Hike
The most scenic easy hike in the Yosemite Valley starts with a spectacular view of it and ends at the base of the lower section of the falls. The two paved paths both lead to the viewing bridge, creating a loop trail.
Can you sleep in your car in Yosemite?
Within Yosemite National Park,
you may not sleep in your car or RV except in a campsite that you’re registered to stay in
(except at Camp 4, where sleeping in cars is not allowed because it’s a walk-in campground). Sleeping in your car along the side of the road is not allowed.
Can bears smell canned food?
Bears have an insatiable appetite and an amazing sense of smell, and
they consider anything with a scent to be “food.”
This can include canned goods, bottles, drinks, soaps, cosmetics, toiletries, trash, ice chests, sunscreen, bug repellant, fuel, items used for preparing or eating meals, etc.
Does Yosemite rent bear canister?
Rental Locations
Yosemite Valley, all year, at either the Wilderness Center (summer) or Valley Visitor Center (winter)
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What does Boondock mean in RV?
In essence, RV boondocking is
off-the-grid RV travel
. Sometimes referred to as “dry camping,” boondocking is any time you camp in your RV without water, sewer, or electrical connections.
How hard is it to get a campsite in Yosemite?
According to Gloria Sandoval, deputy director of the California Department of Recreation, more than 67 million people visit the state’s parks each year, with more than 6.5 million coming to camp. But with approximately 13,000 campsites available,
it’s impossible for most to get a spot
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Is there BLM land near Yosemite?
There are three developed BLM campgrounds along the Merced River between Briceburg and Bagby
. The campgrounds are accessed by crossing the suspension bridge just past the Briceburg Visitor Center and heading down river along the unpaved Briceburg River Road (old Yosemite Valley Railroad Grade).
