Hiking Gear Rental + Trail Planning - Western Montana
Overview
Hiking in the magnificent, glacially carved canyons of the Bitterroot Mountains are an experience unlike any other! As a expert trail guide who has hiked 1,000's of miles of trails across the US, this is my top choice for place to hike in the Summer in the US! The Bitterroot is home to amazing wildlife and scenery, and the best part? It's still relatively undiscovered! A "crowded" day on the trail is passing a dozen people! It's one of the best places in America to get away from the crowds without sacrificing the beauty and grandeur that you'd find in a National Park. With hundreds of trail options, there's something for everyone at every hiking skill level!
The rental gear provided is all ultralight and in excellent condition. Hiking with bear spray is a must in the Bitterroot! Our rentals will save you the headache of buying and then having to inevitably ditch cans of bear spray before you get back on the plane! Our first aid kit and toiletries kit also help ensure you are prepared!
What's Included
- Bear Spray
- First Aid Kit
- Link to Trail Recs on AllTrails
- Ultralight Backpack
- Basic Toiletries Kit (TP, Hand Sani, Trash bag, trowel)
- Trekking Poles
- Customized Trail Recommendations from an Expert Guide
- Snacks Snacks not included.
- Bottled water Please bring your own, but we can provide 2 - 16 oz bottles of water with each rental!
- Sunscreen! Super important at high elevation!
- Bugspray is highly recommended June - July
- We can help you find transportation to a trailhead if needed!
- Warm Clothing! Montana mornings are cold. High elevation is usually cold!
- Raincoat - Thunderstorms @ 3-5 pm each day
Meeting Location
2510 South Reserve Street
Missoula, MT 59801, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
First, pick up your gear from an expert guide in Missoula. Your guide will show you how your equipment works before you go! Your guide will also recommend hikes based on hiking experience and scenery preferences! Then, you'll set off on your hike. At the end of the day, you'll meet with your guide again in the afternoon to drop the gear off and conclude the day!
You'll receive:
- Ultralight Backpack
- Bear Spray
- Basic Toiletries Kit (Toilet Paper, Hand Sani, Trash baggie)
- First Aid Kit
- Trekking Poles
- A few hike suggestions from your guide! (All Trails list!)
If you're looking for hiking gear for multi-day trips, please contact us! We have a small supply and a tight schedule!
We also have ultralight inflatable packrafts for floating on alpine lakes available for rental on our website.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Rental is for +18y
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-290560P3
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
Filter by:
- Bear Spray.
- First Aid Kit.
- Link to Trail Recs on AllTrails.
- Ultralight Backpack.
- Basic Toiletries Kit (TP, Hand Sani, Trash bag, trowel).
- Trekking Poles.
- Customized Trail Recommendations from an Expert Guide.
- Snacks. Snacks not included.
- Bottled water. Please bring your own, but we can provide 2 - 16 oz bottles of water with each rental!.
- Sunscreen! Super important at high elevation!.
- Bugspray is highly recommended June - July.
- We can help you find transportation to a trailhead if needed!.
- Warm Clothing! Montana mornings are cold. High elevation is usually cold!.
- Raincoat - Thunderstorms @ 3-5 pm each day.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hiking Gear Rental + Trail Planning - Western Montana is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hiking Gear Rental + Trail Planning – Western Montana will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bear Spray
- First Aid Kit
- Link to Trail Recs on AllTrails
- Ultralight Backpack
- Basic Toiletries Kit (TP, Hand Sani, Trash bag, trowel)
- Trekking Poles
- Customized Trail Recommendations from an Expert Guide
- SnacksSnacks not included.
- Bottled waterPlease bring your own, but we can provide 2 - 16 oz bottles of water with each rental!
- Sunscreen! Super important at high elevation!
- Bugspray is highly recommended June - July
- We can help you find transportation to a trailhead if needed!
- Warm Clothing! Montana mornings are cold. High elevation is usually cold!
- Raincoat - Thunderstorms @ 3-5 pm each day
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Rental is for +18y
