Bear Canister Rentals
2 Weeks | $25 |
All participants must sign a release form. Anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent or legal guardian to sign on their behalf. You can sign online when you book your rental in advance.
Please see our Rental Terms & Conditions.
Olympic National Park Bear CANISTER Rental.
Bear resistant food container, made from an extremely durable and highly visible proprietary polymer blend, safely stores 6-8 days worth of food. At 3.1 lbs. and 716 cu. in. of volume, it is the largest and lightest container available based on weight per volume. Lid is secured with three latches openable with a coin or key.
Rental is for up to 14 days.
Bear canisters are required in the following areas of the park:
- Enchanted Valley
- Sol Duc River/High Divide/7 Lakes Basin Loop including all camps adjacent to and enclosed by the Deer Lake Trail, High Divide Trail, and Sol Duc River Trail (High Divide Loop), and adjacent camps along the Mink Lake Trail, East High Divide Trail, and Cat Basin area.
- Royal Basin area - including Royal Lake and Upper Royal Basin
- The entire Wilderness Coast.
Choose the smart, convenient, and cost-effective way to stay safe in bear country—rent your bear CANISTER with us.