ADAM SWORDS COLLABORATION | WE FOUND BEARS IN BIG BEAR! (VAN LIFE)
January 28, 2020 by Adam Leave a Comment After experiencing the van life in Mammoth, I was itching to get back out and explore somewhere new in a Lost Camper van. Luckily Big Bear is just a stones throw from LA (If you can throw a stone 100 miles) and so we headed...
Jenna Hosier
01:20 05 May 20
We rented a van with them last year and had an amazing experience! We drove from SLC to Yellowstone and Grand Tetons. We absolutely loved the flexibility it provided. The van set up is super optimized as well, with lots of storage space. The pump sink was great to have for cleaning dishes at the end of the night. Mattress was super cozy. We had our stove die on us while we were out and about, purchased new one on the go and got refunded by Lost Campers at the end of the trip. Be sure to check out their free shelf before heading out on your trip to take advantage of items folks left behind from their trips. Will definitely be renting with them again in the future for an Arizona trip!read more
Bree Rose
00:10 28 Dec 19
Our experience with Lost Campers totally exceeded our expectations. We had the camper for 11 days and traveled around Utah and a bit of Arizona. Camper travel is our favorite way of getting from point A to point B. The flexibility, the freedom... it's incomparable! The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and kind, and we never had an issue with the van. Highly recommend these guys.read more
Mika Spencer
15:58 16 Sep 19
We had the experience of a lifetime with Lost Campers! We've wanted to do a 2-week roadtrip through Wyoming, Montana and Idaho for quite some time, but it has been tough to plan since we live in Boston. We weren't keen on flying with our camping equipment, nor did we want to have to rent a car and then rent our equipment from a different company; it was expensive and too much of a hassle. RVs were always an option, but neither of us had experience towing a trailer, nor did we like the price tag of the larger rentals. Lost Campers provided us with the convenience of a car rental, camping equipment and accommodations for at least half of what we would have paid anywhere else. The vans are very well-maintained, fully stocked with everything we needed and comfortable to drive. We got compliments from multiple people throughout our trip who were impressed with the efficiency of the "setup". We were thrilled with the customer service we received, and found the whole experience to be seamless. We plan to do another road trip with Lost Campers at some point in the next year or two and drive south to Moab, Zion, Grand Arches etc. I highly recommend Lost Campers to anyone who loves road trips, camping, hiking and loves a little adventure!read more
Maxime HILAIRE
19:27 05 Sep 19
Rented a camper van for almost a week in Yellow stone and it was awesome! This was our first can experience. The van is very functional and has everything for you to be autonomous. They may even lend lighter and propane if they have some left. We miss the van already!read more
Marc Ramondou
20:45 01 Sep 19
We had great great time in the Yellowstone thank's to the van. I do a lot of mountaineering and we are used to travel light, a big RV is not my thing + it"s really cheaper.
Once we had mastered the art of setting up the roof tent we could do it with my kids in less then 5 min (clocked). Though I would advise to do it once on the parking lot before leaving especially if you plan to arrive late at your first destination.read more
Charles Nadolski
13:17 20 Aug 19
My wife and I have always wanted to go through the National Parks in a camper van, but the timing added the twist that we needed to do this with a four month old. With that we needed a camper van that could support an infant car seat. Lost campers had the perfect solution and offered the camper van we needed. The service was excellent and we visited the parks for fifteen days with our son. It was the experience of a lifetime. Thank You Lost Campers SLC :)read more
Stuart Fysh
02:13 15 Aug 19
We took one of Lost Campers' vans for a two week trip up through the Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks, and I couldn't be happier with the quality of the service we received and the product itself. I have never used a camper van before and my son was camping alongside, so it was kind of a novel experience, but it turned out perfectly. We got unpacking and packing down to a fine art, so that we were able to get early starts so as to secure great sites in the national park camping grounds, and then get started early each day to see the animals and thermal sites before the crowds arrived. The van was perfect for us, and I would thoroughly recommend this approach to anyone seeking flexibility. And Lost Campers were great - booking all this from Australia meant I got a couple of dates mixed up, but they were terrific about changing things around, and the guy in their Salt Lake City office was really knew his stuff - a very pleasant group to deal with....read more
Sally Brennand
17:42 30 Jul 19
This is our fifth campervan rental and first with Lost Campers. Amazing value (other SLC rentals were 2x to 3x the price!) and completely met our needs.We rented the Sierra Class. Kitchen in the back is convenient, duffel storage is accessible without folding the bed, foam bed is extraordinarily comfortable, staff super efficient and friendly. Can’t recommend enough. Per other reviews, bring a small cutting board otherwise everything you could need is provided.If staying around the Salt Lake City area, recommend you get weekend campsite reservations. On weekdays we had no problem finding walk up campground spots. Remember to bring your American The Beautiful Pass for the federal forests.read more
David King
01:40 18 Jul 19
We absolutely loved the van and the flexibility it gave us to change plans on the fly and to stop and take naps while you're en route something you can't really do with hotels . We estimate it saved us almost 2K in hotel fees for our two week trip. Loved having a sink if for nothing else to wash our hands and the bed was comfortable and private. We purchased a sunscreen shield to make it even more private from the front for $3. The key is to always find showers before nighttime (RV parks and truck stops are usually $12 to shower but some campsites allow you to use their coin showers which cost around $2 for 8 minutes) .so that you get into the bedding clean. Despite being big and spacious the van drove like a car.read more
Christine Perham
21:28 05 Jul 19
We rented the roof top tent version and had so much fun on our road trip! We slept inside when it was crazy cold in Yellowstone, but up in the tent for the rest. Great support team and very helpful customer service. If you are picking up your rental in Salt Lake, be advised that the office is in a nondescript grey building. Hopefully Lost Campers will be installing a bigger sign soon. We would definitely rent from these folks again. Now go get lost!read more
Marta R. Salvatella
10:33 21 Jun 19
We rented a Camper Van for our vacation trip through the Grand Circle. Their service is extraordinary and we did not have any problem with our van at all. Their policy not limiting miles is a plus. You avoid surprises for exceeding miles and paying extra fees. I recommend the experience !read more
Lynell Mooney
05:08 12 Jun 19
I fell in love with our van, Sweeney. He's a sweet and hefty ride. We explored and drove comfortably. The staff member that saw us on our way was very efficient and we were on our way soon. Comfortable ride and comfortable bed. Can't wait to plan my next getaway with Lost Campers.read more
Nate Carlton
22:13 29 May 19
Had a wonderful experience with a Lost Campers campervan. Would certainly recommend to anyone interested in experiencing the national parks on a reasonable budget. The staff was informative and helpful, and the van was exactly what we hoped it would be.read more
Margi Hoffman
01:03 22 Apr 19
The people in the company were helpful and accessible. Our van was very well outfitted and the mattress was incredibly comfortable. Lost Campers added so much to our adventure in Utah. Thanks!read more
Leslie Chang
12:04 23 Nov 18
Great budget campervan! Cheapest one I found in Utah by far. I basically used it as a place to sleep rather than dealing with setting up tents and finding tent sites at night. The little sink in the back was handy for brushing my teeth but I didn’t use it more than that.read more
Simon Walker
17:32 14 Aug 18
We took the van for 5 days and drove to Teton and Yellowstone National parks, and Antelope Island (which is a gem) driving just under 1000 miles return trip. We were really pleased about how smooth the whole Lost Camper hire and return process was, and how friendly and helpful Aspen and Drew were. The Dodge van was kitted out with everything we needed including sink, fresh water and waste containers , tables, bedding (and comfortable bed) chairs, gas cooker, crockery, etc. An added bonus was that we also picked up some essential things that previous campers had returned unused such as maps, bear spray (thankfully re-returned unused!) and laundry soap, etc. A great experience. The only thing that could be improved was information on the LC website about bringing towels. Highly recommended for people wanting an adventure..read more
Noel Villajuan
14:01 13 Aug 18
Great experience with "Esther" which was our van/home/transport for our week in Utah. No problems at all with the van, or the roof top tent. Lost Campers made everything easy and gave great confidence in what we'd be depending on throughout our trip. Highly recommend!read more
Christophe Pedros
19:56 30 Jun 18
We had a great time with a Sierra camper van for one week in Yellowstone, 2 adults and a 18month baby camper. Bed is comfy, canopy was usefully and everything is easy to setup. Friendly staff too. I highly recommend renting their mini camper vans !read more
Thomas Crooks
16:10 05 Jun 18
Camper-van was excellent in size and easy to manage. The staff were extremely helpful and were able to help with our first time driving in the US. The van had no obvious marketing on the side of the van which is different from the many other van rentals we drove past, massive security bonus.Over all a great experience and would recommend to anybody that is looking to travel America.read more
Nicole W
15:55 10 Apr 18
We had six adults ans rented "Lila" and "Darrin" for a week in SLC and had a blast. We visited numerous state parks, national monuments, and national parks and we we're comfortable the entire trip. The beds were easy to make and comfortable. The kitchens served us well. It was comforting to know we had everything we needed with us at all times and could camp anywhere. I highly recommend this company and this way of travel.read more
Rosie Pops
14:45 10 May 20
Had the best 6 week road trip with my "Baby girl" (yeah that was her name lol) traveling around the beautiful South West. We did 4560 miles together and she never failed on me once...she was a beast and rocked until the end!!When searching for a van to hire I was looking for something basic but that had all the essential items you need to have a great time on the road and in the wild. I didn't want luxury nor a huge van...just something simple, practical, sturdy, safe, comfy, with unlimited mileage (not many companies offer this advantage), and equipped with just what you need when living the "van life"...I didn't want anything fancy or unnecessary gadgets etc that a lot of companies offer...just essential basics and a great van!!
Thanks to Lost Campers, I found exactly what I was looking for and had the most incredible adventure of my life, exploring so many beautiful places and sleeping in the wild under the stars in some of the most amazing camp spots I've seen in my life...The staff at Lost Campers were great! Byron was ever so helpful the day I picked up the van, so laid back but professional and funny at the same time! Very clear with all the explanations during the paperwork process AND showing me how certain things worked in the van before I hit the road alone lol. Very kind staff that take time with their customers! :)
Nick the owner of the company was always on call for whenever I needed him and helped me a couple of times during the travels (Baby Girl got a puncture, and then needed 4 new tires towards the end as I had worn them out lol...no fault with the van, just one of those inevitable things that happens when you're on the road for that long). He sorted the issues out promptly and was ever so professional and friendly! THANKS AGAIN NICK!!!
I couldn't be more grateful for the whole experience with Lost Campers, and I'm definitely going to book again with them next time I'm back visiting the South West!I had the best time of my life with Baby Girl...she got me to all those amazing and magical places and just loved the simplicity and practicality of her!! She was my rock, my ride but also my cute little home :)I highly recommend this company 100%,
Lost Campers you rock on every level...your customer service, professionalism, and the vehicles you offer!!THANK YOU for helping towards making my big dream come true!!Hope to see you again soon!!read more
JOSUE PERAZA
22:05 06 May 20
First of all I would highly recommend Lost campers.The customer service is outstanding and Nick especially treated was very informative of the vehicle. We were able to do everything online like rental agreement without having to come see him in person. We can't say enough how we enjoyed the mini camper on our road trip vacation.read more
Miguel Frias
22:25 03 Mar 20
From the minute I picked up Carl (our campervan) from the depot, I knew I was in good hands for the next week as we road tripped across California. The staff was super friendly and went above and beyond to make sure I had everything I needed prior to leaving the depot. They even checked in regularly to see how my trip was going. The campervan itself was just amazing. Having the ease to travel anywhere and that flexibility to stop anywhere made our trip that much more smoother. The mattress and and tent were both very easy to setup and should you ever have any questions, they have very helpful YouTube videos that came in handy for us. This was my first time experiencing the campervan life and I couldn't have asked for a better experience than with Lost Campers. Would highly recommend these guys and can't wait to see where my next adventure with Lost Campers takes me.read more
Lauren Foot
01:59 04 Feb 20
I love Lost Campers. It was such a hassle free, and easy experience from start to finish. The staff were great and super friendly. The team even helped us out when thr tyre failed and we had to get a new one put on. My boyfriend and I had Seen for the 2 weeks and couldn't of been happier with him!read more
Maria Helena
17:13 23 Jan 20
We had a great experience with Lost Campers. The staff was super friendly and helpful. We had a great time with our van. Everything is very thought through and well equipped. The mattress was so comfortable. Would definitely recommend renting with these guys and we will again once we are back! (Which is soon, hopefully!)read more
Olegario Carrillo
04:33 09 Jan 20
Friendly staff, good communication, worked with me on a late pick up and drop off. The camper van held up great and had all the essentials you would need to enjoy camping in the outdoors.read more
Shane Gallup
04:01 03 Jan 20
Had a really great experience with Lost Campers. Staff was super friendly and helpful, van ran well and was clean. It was great to go camping, stop anywhere with ease compared to a big RV, and get good gas mileage. Came with all the needed fixins, plus they let me stock up with some extra leftover items from previous rentals. Friendly, personal service, it all was great!read more
Jessie Chen
20:19 14 Dec 19
Got to experience the ultimate van life with Lost Campers on a road trip recently and had the best time. The staff are super communicative and friendly, and the van was equipped to handle all sorts of camping situations. It had all the supplies we needed to enjoy our road trip. Having a power generator and refrigerated cooler was a huge plus because we could charge our cameras and laptops, and also carry more food with us. Would definitely use Lost Campers again on my next road trip!read more
Rachel Thomas
20:38 12 Oct 19
Had an amazing experience with lost campers! Very friendly, helpful staff and the van was in perfect condition!
Yee Hui Lee
19:52 20 Sep 19
Great customer service and very friendly staff. Byron was very helpful throughout the entire checking in and out process. He also shared some tips before we began with our journey. The Dodge Grand Caravan is easy to maneuver and it’s the perfect setting for a budget campervan. I strongly recommend Lost Campers even if it’s your first time renting a campervan. They also provide full insurance so there is nothing to worry about during the trip.read more
Francisco Aréchaga
01:58 17 Aug 19
We had a blast of a trip, 9 days around California. The 'incognito' van helped us a few times ;-)
Staff is so helpful from the first minute. Great value for our money.read more
Mirjam Oertig
08:17 10 Jul 19
Spent 10 days on the Cali roads with 'Christie'. Loved it! We can highly recommend booking through lost campers. The staff at pick up (LA) as well as at drop off (SF) was amazing, friendly and funny! The Van was in outstanding condition and we even booked 2 additional night by email, they responded positively within few hours. Thanks for the great experience!read more
paul roy
21:42 27 Jun 19
We recently rented a van from Lost Campers for a month. From check in to check out the staff were very friendly and efficient (thanks Byron) and when we had a cracked windscreen they organised a replacement with one phone call and zero hassles. The van itself was perfect for us for camping in State and National Parks. It had everything we needed for cooking and the bed was super comfortable. Would have no hesitation in renting again from Lost Campers on our next visit to the States and recommend to others who want a reliable ,well equipped vehicle at a good price.read more
Christine T
11:56 19 Jun 19
The van we rented was perfect for our trip. It definitely has some miles on it. If the life of the van was a week, it would Friday. The customer service was good and they took good care of us.read more
Sebastian Korteweg
21:09 24 Apr 19
Great place to rent! Super affordable and always customer friendly - both through email and in person. After renting twice, I can confirm that is the place to be for renting your RV. The vehicles are great for camping in the US, driving and sleeping is always a charm.read more
Chellie Brown
19:47 11 Apr 19
Lost Campers made our spring break trip terrific! Well, and the great California weather, ocean and beach time. I just love traveling with your housing and the ability to have an open itinerary. The bed inside the van and the Tepui tent on top were both very comfie. The set up is pretty slick, everything you need including the kitchen sink! I liked that the van was plain (not painted with crazy scenes and colors as some companies do) we could blend in easily.
The staff was very friendly, helpful and kind and seemed genuinely interested in our trip and helping us have the best time. Highly recommend!read more
jackie dobrinska
21:21 16 Mar 19
I had a great 5 day adventure in my little minivan “Oliver.” I loved that the van didn’t scream out that I was a rental. It somehow seemed safer as a single woman traveling alone. The customer service was exceptional...they really laid out the landscape and gave me great advice of how to navigate vanlife. Highly recommend!read more
emilie daigle
20:03 13 Jan 19
6 stars! Had a wonderful experience with Lost campers. When our van encountered an issue they went far beyond our expectations to rectify it. Very professional and awesome staff! Hope to rent from them again some day.read more
Braden Dick
19:38 01 Dec 18
We absolutely loved this company! It was our first time traveling in this kind of van, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The vans are comfortable, safe, warm at night (even in the cold desert) and have great amenities. A huge plus is how discreet the vans look - great for parking in cities, with super tinted windows, not advertising that all your stuff is inside. :) We would definitely recommend this company to anyone wanting to travel with more freedom and ease around the West Coast.read more