Love stopping in at this shop! Very knowledgeable - super friendly - helpful! Cool gear too!

Elevation Sierra is 100% the place to go for your gear needs. I just summited Mt Whitney, and couldn't have done it without the help from Jon and the gear he rented to my friends and I. He is super knowledgeable about the mountain and made sure conditions were safe before he taught us how to use all of the gear properly. We came up from LA late on a Saturday and Jon kept the store open an extra 2 hours late just so my friends and I could complete this dream of ours. Jon is the best. read more

Best place and very helpful staff best part is trustworthy people Anything you need for hiking and camping you can find it here . read more

Can't say enough good things about this place. Every time I'm in town they're awesome, helpful and knowledgeable. Top notch shop for all hikers. Really helped me out today with some intel/weather and really appreciate them there. read more

Been here multiple times for a few last minute goods before heading up to Whitney or Alabama hills. Every time, the staff and owner are incredibly kind and knowledgeable and get us set up with what we need and on to adventures quickly! Great selection of quality gear at good prices and they always have a list of local events for people looking for things to do in town! much love and appreciation, cya guys soon!! read more

Awesome place to get some last minute gear if you're hiking in the area. I needed to grab gaiters, gloves, and snowshoes after seeing the recent weather on Whitney and this store provided everything. The staff were extremely friendly and also provided me with the most recent weather reports allowing me to be prepared for my trip. read more

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HIGHLY RECOMMEND STOPPING BY THIS STORE PRIOR TO YOUR OUTDOOR ADVENTURES! I started contacting John prior to our trip to Mt. Whitney. My husband and I would call him for gear advice and necessities. He was very helpful and knowledgeable; he is very responsive and very open to answer any questions we had! Once we got to the store, he was not there, but his staff knew we were coming! His staff, Max & Nadia, were very helpful, they were able to help us find the right gear, give us advice and tips! He kept us in contact and also called us afterwards to ask how our climb to Mt Whitney went! We will definitely recommend this store to our friends! read more

Elevation Sierra Adventure Essentials - Scored this cool hat! Definitely deserve this hat after the climb!!! I love it! - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Lone Pine, California

First observation: this place *seems* to be open much later than the hours on Yelp (there are no hours posted, that I could see). We rolled into town at 8:30pm on a Saturday and were shocked to see an "OPEN" sign lit up and the door propped open! This place has "old school" customer service in the best way possible. What do I mean by that? I mean the staff are well-educated, passionate about their jobs, and are dedicated to serving you the best way they can. Ask them an open-ended question and they will gently help you arrive at a specific answer. They've also got some great climbing gear in here. Anything you might need to crag in the Alabama Hills or climb the rock routes on Mt Whitney. (we picked up some micro-spikes for descending the Moutnaineer's Route) Prices are a little expensive, but this is a remote area right next to Mt Whitney, it makes sense! read more

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Went in for help with a couple of minor backpacking gear issues. Staff were so helpful and patient. They were great to talk to as well.

Best outfitters experience! Most genuine owner with a wealth of knowledge. Would recommend to anyone in the area. read more

They have lots of cool stuff in here for hikers they ice picks to ice shoes they have books, jackies, sleeping bags, snack bars, drinks u name ver cute store. The Manager was very friendly. read more

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I would like to thank the staff that helped my husband pick out a new pair of hiking pants to climb Mount Whitney. The ones that he ended up picking got a lot of compliments along the hike and on our Instagram pics. I wish I remembered the gentleman's name who helped him. He gave several options when I said a nice pair that doesn't break the bank. lol. Thank you for your help that day. The pants really came in handy when we bagged that peak! read more

Elevation Sierra Adventure Essentials - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Lone Pine, California

We went into this store a few times while we were in Lone Pine for 4 days. The first time was to browse, and the other times we were looking for specific things. The store has everything a hiker or climber would ever need, but it also seems they mark up their prices a little. Lots of name brand goods, like Patagonia, Marmot. When I was there they also had microspikes for $69.99.... which are cheaper than the ones I bought from REI, but then again, REI has a really good return policy. We ended up purchasing a pair of long underwear which turned out to be $90 for the pair... a bit steep. But they were a pair of merino wool ones. Anyways, if you need any last minute things, you can buy it here.... for a price. read more

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We were on our way to our Labor Day weekend backpacking trip in the Sierra Nevada south of Lee Vining. We found out that one of our members did not have a mosquito net. So we decided to look for a place in Lone Pine that sells such item. I ended up calling Elevation Sierra. When I spoke to the staff over the phone, the gentleman was very helpful and gave me all the information I need to pick up the item. The process was quick and easy when we arrive to get the item in store. Overall, a good gem for the area. read more

I stopped by this outdoor gear store on my drive back home from Mammoth and was blown away by the incredibly friendly and helpful staff. It also didn't hurt that an adorable Ozzie ran up to greet us when we walked in the store! The staff gave me some great recommendations for nearby hiking and climbing. Will definitely stop by again when I'm near Lone Pine! read more

We wandered over while waiting for dinner at Seasons across the street. We browsed with no intention of buying but the owner was so patient and friendly we kept coming back. He stayed late to help our son with a tiny pair of rock climbing shoes and even offered stickers and a gift with purchase. What a wonderful place to go and support. We hoped to come back to purchase my rock climbing shoes but made it out too late the next day. Thank you for such an elevated shopping experience in Lone Pine! read more

The owner, John, was the most kind and caring outdoors salesman I have ever met. He went the extra mile to help me find some insoles that would help with my first thru-hike since I have very high arches. He was extremely knowledgeable and had his best interest in helping me and all my friends find what we needed. His passion is to get people out doors. I definitely will be back, a lot of variety for gear as well!! Thank you, John!!! read more

Elevation Sierra Adventure Essentials - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Lone Pine, California

This shop is awesome. On the corner of the only street light in Lone Pine which leads you directly down Whitney Portal road. Not sure who we chatted with but this guy was very friendly and full of great advice for making a Whitney climb. These small businesses in small towns like this are so essential. They sell the very best gear of all kinds, salomans, patagonia etc. The guy recommended a very useful supplement to put in a bladder to supplement hydration and replenish sugars and salts. Stop by, especially if plan on hiking Whitney. read more

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They have everything you need! Great little store that is jam packed with all kinds of goodies for all the outdoor exploring. Customer service was excellent! I believe the gentleman that helped me was John. He was super knowledgeable and gave honest opinions about the items. I had purchased a Jetboil fuel canister that ended up acting up but I didn't know why so I brought it back in a few months after purchasing just to see if they could figure out what was wrong. John took the time to try to fix it for me with various troubleshooting techniques and ended up letting me exchange it for a brand new one. I super appreciate this as I had already had it for a while but wasn't able to bring it back since I don't live around there. Definitely will be returning to this store next time I am in town and need some gear! PS: there were tons of bear canisters available here - an item that was often sold out last year while everyone was buying up outdoor gear during the pandemic. read more

Very well stocked store. Service was excellent. Guys were very helpful. I love the hat.

On a recent trip to Death Valley we discovered we did not have enough fuel for my backpack stove. So I trusted my fellow Yelpers and visited Elevation. We were greeted by John the owner (I think). He explained that the jet boil fuel would work with my Soto as the threads are now the same on all the canisters. Location is a great advantage here as the tiny store is right on the corner of 395 & Whitney Portal Road. yes I said tiny but that doesn't mean it is not chock full of any item you might need to go out on a trip. I'm pretty sure even if you are in the Bay Area he can get that product to you cheaper and quicker than some of the big box stores. After selecting our purchases we chatted with him about his business and how there is no visible markup on his product all the way out in Lone Pine compared to other businesses in the city. Surprising since he does practically have a monopoly on the hikers and climbers heading to Whitney and points S, W, & N but it was not evident. John was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed talking with him. read more

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Elevation is my favorite shop to go whenever we're in the area either to hike, backpack or on our way to Mammoth. We live in LA and learned very quickly that these guys at Elevation know the trails and conditions of the area so well! The purchases we've made here have been so useful, long lasting and turned out to be best items we own for our backpacking trips. Oh, don't forget to check out their sale area, they usually have 40% off outdoor clothing and gears. I scored an awesome Prana dress & a Patagonia top there! Yesterday I forgot to pack a jacket with me for our weekend Mammoth snow trip (I guess the universe is really moving me to support Elevation), they helped me picked the best mid layer and outer shell to keep me warm and active (which match my budget). They also gave me a nice 15% discount on non-sale items, which I truly appreciate!! read more

Elevation Sierra Adventure Essentials - Just bought this Patagonia mid layer & OR outer shell here at Elevation! - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Lone Pine, California

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This place saved my butt when my stove decided to quit right before I drove into the mountains. Thank the Lord that I checked before monumentally screwing myself over! After discovering my stove had given up, I was frantically looking for a replacement fuel cartridge to breathe life into my now useless stove. Unfortunately, my second-hand stove was so old that the fuel cartridges were no longer in production. In comes Elevations. The employee was very knowledgeable and was very courteous about my situation. It was clear that he goes camping and backpacking a ton, so he was able to give me his personal suggestions. The prices are pretty standard, but the guy there offered me a discount on my new set (pot+stove, fuel). I'm sure this place saves many other peoples' butts after they make the drive into Inyo. read more

Stopped in for some crampons on my way into the Sierras expecting to get price gouged due to the isolation and proximity to Mt. Whitney. I actually paid less than I would have on Amazon. Plus, I had the benefit of seeing, touching and trying them on my boot to ensure a perfect fit...not an option on Amazon...even with a Prime membership . The owners/staff aren't just some local kids with a summer job. These folks know their stuff. They also rent some gear if you're not sure you want to buy. read more

John, the owner, may be the most helpful, knowledge and generous backpacking store owner I've ever met. Ask him anything related to wilderness travel and you'll get a well thought out reasoned and practical answer. read more

ELEVATION is a premier in the industry of outdoor gear essentials. As a Marine Corps Veteran, retired Forest Service employe, private contractor, and avid mountaineer, ELEVATION has always satisfied the needs I had for gear in the last 7 years I've known them. The La Sportiva "Nucleo High II GTX" boots were hard to get, but ELEVATION went out of their way to produce them. The CAMELBACK h2o systems were difficult to get a fix on, but Elevation went above and beyond their way to produce. ELEVATION is a 5-STAR business! The kind of customer service found from John (owner) and his staff is incredibly exceptional, proficient, professional, dedicated, and user friendly. Don't waste your time with REI, etc., and be reassured that ELEVATION will serve you well! Thank You ELEVATION! read more

Probably one of the best gear shops I've been too. The staff if really helpful and knowledgeable on what's going on in the area.

I went into this gear shop looking for a few last minute items and some local advice, on my way in to Whitney Portal via Death Valley. We had been out of service for a few days and needed an update on the snow and weather up the mountain. Let it be known I've waited and reflected on my experience at the shop for a few days, and I don't write this review without my own outdoor retail experience - I've worked a total of 6 years in the industry myself. I look for independent shops because they offer more than gear. I usually can trust the advice they dole out will be accurate and trustable. Such was not the case at this shop. I've seen other posters mention they have a virtual monopoly on the town, and I agree the poor service they offered likely stems from that, and the fact they will likely never see most customers again. We were rudely greeted by a fellow I've since learned is named John. Informing him of our basic needs, I quickly felt out of place, demeaned, and thrown for a loop. I don't have a ton of mountain hiking experience, but grew up on expedition-style paddling trips - so you could say I needed some advice, but usually feel at home in a camping store. We had done our research ahead of time, consulting friends who live in the mountains, etc. John informed us of huge snowfalls, snowpack, and low temperatures - then attempted to sell us backpacks and other extremely basic gear, clearly making the assumption we were totally unprepared instead of taking the appropriate customer service route of discovering our true needs. At this point, a kind younger bearded man seemed to notice our discomfort and stepped in. He corrected some of the older mans inaccurate 'advice' and tried to fix the bad experience we were clearly having. Having since been up the mountain, it was clear the initial reports from John were grossly over exaggerated - from my point of view, in order to sell more cold weather apparel. read more

I went in asking for crampons to rent. The clerk said they were out of rentals, but we could buy some for $99. I asked if anybody else rented them. He said "There is only one other store in the state that rents crampons, and that is our other store at Mt Shasta." I went literally 100 feet before finding Lone Pine Sporting goods. I rented two pair of crampons and two ice axes for $32. This store has everything you need, but I do not appreciate dishonesty. read more

We just climbed and summited Mt. Whitney. Would not have been possible if I didn't get a pair of rental crampons. We stopped in and this place has all the gear. The place was packed but John was doing a great job of juggling all the customers. He had answers for all types of questions. Due to a large group for the next day all of the crampons were rented out. He recommended a shop next door but they were also rented out. John put me on a wait list and called me a couple hours later when they were in. BOOM all set. He even gave us a safety briefing on their usage. I bought an ice axe and my rental was free. Fast forward to a long day on the mountain. I was back in cell range and at 9:30 p.m. I got a text from John asking if he should remain open so it was convenient for me to return our crampons. It was 9:30p.m. and I had another hour of hiking down. I told him to not worry because it was really late and I could drop them off on the side yard. I was prepared to pay another day's rental. He said just to come down when I get back or call if he wasn't there. We arrived at 10:45 p.m and the store was open! There was John and he said he stayed open because he knew we lived in San Diego and were needing to head out. Thats a small town business for ya. I never even considered he would of gone out of his way for us. If you're in town regardless if you need hiking/climbing/camping gear stop by and you'll experience the best customer service I ever had. read more

This is my new favorite gear store. I came in, asked these super knowledgable fellas, Nico and John, about what I should bring to hike mt whitney. They gave me frank advice and had obviously hiked the route many times. I live in LA but will be special ordering from these guys from now on. No more REI! read more

It's amazing just how much hiking and climbing gear is jammed into the space of this small store. They seem to carry just about everything a person would need for a backcountry adventure: backpacks, camp stoves, sunglasses, compression sacks, water purification systems, sleeping bags, cams and carabiners, water bottles, trekking poles, gloves, rain gear, and an astoundingly wide variety of technical clothing. On top of all that the service is top notch. Even though the store was pretty busy the Sunday afternoon we were there, the woman who runs the place took the time to find just the right pair of pants for my friend. So if you're heading for the Sierras and find yourself coming up short in the gear department, Elevation has you covered. read more

I came here to Lone Pine in the middle of February to hike up to the Whitney Portal area. I was recommended to come here and crampons to help me during the trek since there is some snow and even ice at this time. The person at the store was very friendly and showed other equipment that I may want to look at. I got the crampon that was on rental instead of the other type that was only for sale. He even gave me a discount on the rental and was really helpful in giving directions and also in answering my questions about getting a permit b/w July & Sep to go all the way up to the summit. read more

Elevation Sierra Adventure Essentials - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Lone Pine, California

Would like to give a huge THANK YOU to John at Elevation. My husband and I drove up from San Diego a few days in advance of hiking Mt. Whitney...and realized quickly that he forgot to bring a hiking shirt! Somehow he only packed cotton...so we went to Elevation to look for options. We were greeted by John who was very knowledgeable, gave us tips/advice, never made us feel bad for asking questions and wasn't pushy with upselling. Even cracked a few funny jokes which was nice...since on the inside we were terrified about the hike that laid ahead (well, at least I was). Happy to say we successfully summited Mt. Whitney two days later...and ended up spending a lot more than we originally came in for due to the great service we received. Always happy to support local and to support those who show a true passion for what they do. Until next time! read more

This store and the staff are amazing! I rented a bear canister from them for a backpacking trip I did in Big Pine Lakes over the weekend. I called and was able to reserve over the phone without having to pay up front. I was unsure of what size I would need and they provided me with guidance and then allowed me to swap sizes when I arrived to pick it up! They were super helpful and overall lovely people to chat with. I had a question about the price and they even called me to follow up on clarification :) They really care about their customers and carry everything you may need for any hiking/camping/backpacking trip. PS, they charge the same amount to rent a bear canister as the forest service does, but you can reserve one with Elevation unlike with the forest service. If you have the chance to support this store along your trips up the 395, I highly suggest you do. read more

Got an ice axe here at a great price and John was fantastic. Extremely helpful to my group and the many others in there!

Best place for gear, advice on everything Lone Pine, setting up climbing dates, and friendly service. The first time I stopped in the guy at the counter helped me decide on a campground, and offered to take my number down so I can go climb with some of the employees there since I was traveling alone. I love this place and find myself going in even when I don't need anything. read more

Decided to stay a night in Lone Pine on my way back from Tahoe and stopped in here. Ended up spending an hour talking and buying 2 pairs of pants and a book about Death Valley. John is suuuper knowledgeable about everything outdoors and helped me figure out a game plan for my stay in the area. The store may not be very big but he's got damn near everything, just add mountains. read more

Elevation Sierra Adventure Essentials - Started snowing while I was hanging out inside, owner John decided to take full advantage - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Lone Pine, California

Pick up these sick LA SPORTIVA Mythos! Great group of guys.. Definitely recommend Elevation! read more

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Hands down best customer service ANYWHERE! Everyone from owner down are friendly, and knowledgeable. The prices are normal, not at all raised. This speaks volumes about the business, being that they could easily gouge with their location and they choose not to. Their primary concern is making sure you have the right gear for what you need without alterior motives. A friend and I arrived for Whitney after a fresh storm and Cordero (sp?) went through our packs item by item with us, shared pictures and notes from his recent trip, sold us new boots at phenomenal prices and fit our crampons to our boots for us alll with a smile. When we returned after our adventure to give props to management we learned it's not just him, the whole team was great. *And* have great dining recommendations. Ladies, it's eye candy ta boot. :) read more