ABSOLUTELY NOT! Bear spray is a deterrent not a repellant. It is designed to be sprayed toward an aggressive bear! We cannot stress this enough: DO NOT use bear spray like bug spray, it will not be effective and it will surely ruin your day/week!
Summer FAQs
What summer gear can I rent in Jackson Hole?
We rent camping, hiking, backpacking, paddling, optics, truck campers, bear spray, and more. Browse the current catalog on our Rent Gear page.
Where are your pickup and drop-off locations?
Gear rentals are picked up/returned at our Jackson shop. Bear spray rentals can be returned at our other locations and partner drop boxes around the GYE. See How It Works and the locations shown during checkout.
How do online reservations and payment work?
Reserve online, choose your dates, and check out. You can also call (307) 828-1885 or email info@tetonbcrentals.com. Full steps are on How It Works.
What are your summer hours?
Summer hours are 8am – 9pm daily! If you’re running late, contact us and we’ll help with options for after hours pickup and/or dropoff.
Can I rent a truck camper for dispersed camping?
Yes—truck campers are popular for public-land camping. Always follow local regulations and camping guidelines. Check availability on our 4X4 Campers page and ask us for current road/travel advisories.
Do you rent backpacking gear (packs, filters, child carriers)?
Yes—Overnight packs, water filtration, lightweight sleeping pads, tents, stoves, cookware, trekking poles, and more are in our summer catalog.
Do you rent and sell bear spray?
Yes! While we mainly rent bear spray to adhere to our Reduce, Reuse, Recycle program, we also sell new and pre-carried cans of bear spray:
- Rentals start at $16 for a 2 day rental with a $28 cap for 5-28 day rental (unsprayed). Holster included!
- We also sell brand new bear spray cans for $50 if you prefer to purchase.
- If you prefer to purchase but don’t want to drop $50 on a brand new can, we offer pre-carried cans for $35! Pre-carried cans are not brand new but are inspected and weighed to ensure they have not been sprayed.
For more rental details, see our Bear Spray Rentals page!
Do you really recommend 1 bear spray per adult?
YES! Not just us, Park Rangers and the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee also recommend 1 can for each adult recreating, camping, working, and/or travelling in bear habitat.
Can I return rented bear spray at a different location?
Yes—return across our regional network, including 24/7 drop options. See Bear Aware Locations.
What should I know about hiking in bear country?
Carry bear spray and know how to use it, make noise, hike in groups, and keep a clean camp. We provide quick training at pickup.
Can I add last-minute items at pickup?
Usually yes—stock permitting. Ask at pickup and we’ll help round out your kit.
Do you partner with local outdoor services?
Yes—we collaborate with regional partners. Ask our team for current recommendations.