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Road Bear RV/El Monte RV6586 Brighton Blvd, 80022 Commerce City
The rental company
Road Bear RV, American motorhomes from the Pacific coast to Florida
Road Bear RV rents out motorhomes in the United States and belongs to the New Zealand group thl (Tourism Holdings), which also owns El Monte RV: in Denver, the two brands even share the same depot. The network has seven departure cities. In the west: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Las Vegas and Denver. In the east: Orlando and New York, served by two depots located in New Jersey.
The six models listed are named the American way, by their class and their length in feet. The Class C overcabs range from 23 to 31 feet and sleep four to seven, with the 23 to 31-foot version carrying the Saver label. On top of these come a Class A of 30 to 32 feet for six and a Class B van with a pop-up roof for four. All have automatic gearboxes.
CoolDrive has not yet recorded any Road Bear offer: mileage, excess, security deposit and kits are described in each offer. Also read the deposit and cancellation terms, which the rental company may apply strictly.
Our verdict: a reliable rental company for a big American road trip, with sizes for every group and depots close to the parks of the West. Things to watch: a budget that climbs in summer once options are added, and camping or navigation equipment that is not always included.
Rental company profile
Road Bear RV in detail: what you need to know
The key facts to decide whether Road Bear RV suits your trip.
General information
- Brand
- Road Bear RV · rental motorhomes in the United States
- Group
- thl (Tourism Holdings) · New Zealand group, which also owns El Monte RV
- Class C overcabs
- 24-26 ft, 26-28 ft, 29-31 ft, 23-31 ft Saver · sleeping four to seven
- Class A
- 30-32 ft · six seats, six berths
- Class B van
- 20-22 ft with pop-up roof · four seats, four berths
- Official website
- roadbearrv.com
Rental conditions
- Transmission
- Automatic · across the whole range listed
- Driving side
- Right
- Driving licence
- Car licence in general · international driving permit advised; requirements stated in the offer
- Driver age
- Stated in each offer
- Mileage
- Stated in the offer · no Road Bear offer recorded by CoolDrive yet
- Excess and security deposit
- Detailed in the offer · amounts vary by vehicle
- Deposit and cancellation
- Terms to read before booking · fees possible if dates are changed
- One-way hire between depots
- Depends on the offer · enter the drop-off city in the search
- Permitted territories
- Listed in the terms · check before crossing into Canada
Insurance and extras
- Kits and equipment
- Depends on the offer · bedding, crockery, camping gear or GPS not always included
Network and availability
- Network
- 8 depots, 7 cities
- California
- Los Angeles, San Francisco · Agoura Hills north-west of Los Angeles, San Leandro on the bay
- North-West and Rockies
- Seattle, Denver · Denver in Commerce City, depot shared with El Monte RV
- Nevada
- Las Vegas · on Boulder Highway
- East Coast
- New York, Orlando · New York: South Amboy and Linden, in New Jersey
The fleet
Road Bear RV vehicles in the United States
Models offered by the rental company. Not all of them are available at every branch: the search form shows availability and prices.
A-class motorhome
C-class motorhome
Pop-top van
Branches
Road Bear RV branches in the United States
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Road Bear RV3800 Boulder Highway, 89121 Las Vegas
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Road Bear RV28404 Roadside Drive, 91301 Agoura Hills
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Road Bear RV2019 RT35, 08879 South Amboy
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Road Bear RV3401 B Tremley Point Road, 07036 Linden
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Road Bear RV3800 W Colonial Dr, Suite B, 32808 Orlando
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Road Bear RV420 San Leandro Boulevard, 94577 San Leandro
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Road Bear RV1541 S 96th Street, 98108 Seattle
Comparison
Road Bear RV compared with other rental companies in the United States
Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.
| Rental company | Vehicles | Mileage | Best for |
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Road Bear RV
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Class B van, Class C overcabs from 23 to 31 feet, Class A | Not recorded in October 2026, see the offer | Up to 7 berths, 7 cities on both coasts |
El Monte RV
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Class C overcabs Small, Medium, Large and Family Sleeper | Limited in the offers recorded | thl group overcabs, 14 cities |
Cruise America
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Overcabs from 18 to 30 feet (C18 Ultra Compact to C30 Large) | Limited in the offers recorded | Very dense network, 31 cities |
Mighty
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Class C (Medium, Large), Class A, Class B van | Limited in the offers recorded | The three American classes, 9 cities |
Travellers Autobarn
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Chubby, Hitop, Kuga, Beeva, Hi5 and Mini Van campervans | Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded | Compact campervans, 3 cities |
Our view
Road Bear RV: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?
Road Bear RV is ideal if…
- You are travelling as six or seven and want a bed for everyone
- You dream of the Grand Circle from Las Vegas: Zion, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon
- You want to choose the exact length of the vehicle, to the foot
- You prefer an automatic gearbox for long distances
- You are looking for departures in both the West and the East with the same brand
Road Bear RV is not ideal if…
- You want to collect the vehicle in Manhattan: the New York depots are in New Jersey
- Your route starts from Chicago or Texas, outside the network
- Your dates may change: the cancellation terms call for caution
- You plan to take dirt tracks or very narrow mountain roads
- You expect a vehicle supplied with all the camping gear at no extra cost
Practical tips
Our tips for booking with Road Bear RV
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Convert feet into metres
One foot is about 30 cm: the 20 to 22-foot Class B van therefore measures between 6 and 7 m, the large 29 to 31-foot Class C nearly 9.5 m, and the Class A approaches 10 m. Bear this in mind at petrol stations, in supermarket car parks and on campsite pitches.
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Check the lengths allowed in national parks
In several national parks, scenic roads and campgrounds set a maximum length. In Montana, Glacier’s famous ridge road only accepts vehicles of 21 feet or less, a limit that Road Bear’s Class B van can already exceed. Before booking a pitch, check the official website of the park concerned.
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Arrange the transfer to the New York depot
Road Bear’s two New York depots are in New Jersey: Linden, not far from Newark airport, and South Amboy, further south. Plan a taxi or ride-hailing car from your hotel or the airport, and check your depot’s address in the confirmation.
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Order the kits with your booking
Bedding, crockery, cooking utensils, camping chairs or GPS are not always supplied as standard. Check what the offer includes and add the missing kits when you book: you will avoid a trip to the supermarket on the first day, with a 9 m motorhome to park.
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Take your time at the handover
Ask for a full demonstration: electrical and water hook-ups, emptying the tanks, gas, the generator if there is one, the pop-up roof on the Class B. Walk around the bodywork photographing any dents, and save the assistance number before leaving the car park.
What travellers ask
Your questions about Road Bear RV
What is the difference between Class A, Class B and Class C?
In the United States, Class B refers to a converted van, here with a pop-up roof and for four. Class C is built on a truck chassis with an overcab above the cab: it makes up the bulk of the Road Bear fleet. Class A, the A-class, looks like a coach, with a large windscreen and plenty of space.
Which Road Bear motorhome should I choose for my group?
For two or three, the Class B van remains the easiest to drive and park. A family of four or five will be well served by a 24 to 28-foot Class C. For seven, only the 29 to 31-foot Class C offers a berth per person. The Class A sleeps six travellers with more living space.
How much does a Road Bear hire cost in the United States?
CoolDrive does not yet have recorded prices for Road Bear, and we do not give random estimates. The rate varies with the season, the vehicle class, the duration, the departure city and any one-way hire. Search with your dates: the amount shown includes mandatory fees, and the offer details mileage and excess.
Where are the Road Bear depots in Los Angeles and San Francisco?
The Los Angeles depot is in Agoura Hills, north-west of the metropolitan area, near the Ventura Freeway. The San Francisco one is in San Leandro, on the east side of the bay, south of Oakland. In both cases, plan a transfer from the airport; the exact address is in the confirmation.
Can you cross the United States one way with Road Bear?
The network lends itself to it: Los Angeles and New York, Seattle and Las Vegas, or San Francisco and Denver are all possible city pairs. The availability and fees of a one-way hire depend on the offer and the season. Enter your drop-off city in the CoolDrive search to see only the vehicles that accept it.
Verified customer reviews
They rented with Road Bear RV
4.3
818 reviews
Public rating of Road Bear RV
Public rating of the rental company: 4.5/5 (130 reviews)
- Trustpilot 4.5/5 130 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
Yes, perfectly.
(anonymous)
United States · May 2019
Avis Vérifiés
Nothing to say regarding the services and offerings (the vehicle and the extras matched what was booked), but I lacked important information, such as the presentation time on-site / duration of the handover for a first rental. I arrived shortly before the rental company's closing time and almost got charged a hefty penalty.
(anonymous)
United States · Feb 2019
Avis Vérifiés
The rental in the US went well. Although I had some trouble reaching people to clarify a few points once on site, there were no issues in the end. The RV on-site was great, spacious, fully equipped, and met our expectations.
V.
United States · Aug 2025
Trustpilot
Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Road Bear RV motorhome hire in the USA
Why book Road Bear RV with CoolDrive?
A single search is enough to compare Road Bear with El Monte RV, Mighty or Cruise America for your dates and city. The price shown includes mandatory fees, and each offer specifies mileage, excess and kits. Our experts help you choose the class and length suited to your group and the parks you are aiming for.
What excess and security deposit does Road Bear charge?
We have not yet recorded any Road Bear offer, so there is no amount to quote. The excess and the security deposit depend on the vehicle and appear in each offer, along with any additional cover. The deposit is usually blocked on the main hirer’s credit card: remember to check its limit.
Is mileage unlimited with Road Bear?
We have not yet checked this on Road Bear offers: the mileage formula is stated in each one. In the United States it matters a great deal, as distances between parks are long. For reference, El Monte RV, Mighty and Cruise America offer limited mileage in the offers we have recorded. Estimate your miles before comparing.
What licence do I need to drive a Road Bear motorhome?
The models in the range can generally be driven on a car licence, including the Class A. An international driving permit is advised if your licence is not written in English. The driver age and length of time licence held required are stated in the offer. Note: traffic drives on the right and the size of a Class C calls for anticipation.
Can I cross into Canada with a Road Bear motorhome?
From Seattle, Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies are tempting. The permitted territories appear in the rental company’s terms: check them before planning your route, as well as any documents to bring for the border. If in doubt, ask our experts before booking rather than at the counter.
Which season should I choose for a road trip with Road Bear?
Summer is ideal for Seattle, Denver and the Rocky Mountain parks, but it is also the most expensive and most in-demand period. From Las Vegas, spring and autumn avoid the extreme desert heat. Orlando suits winter well, and New York autumn, for the colours of New England.
About us
Hire a Road Bear RV motorhome in the United States with CoolDrive Nomad
Road Bear RV, a thl group brand, rents out motorhomes from seven American cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Las Vegas and Denver in the West, Orlando and New York in the East. Its range follows the American classification, from the Class B van with a pop-up roof to the Class A, by way of Class C overcabs sleeping up to seven, all with automatic gearboxes.
On CoolDrive Nomad, you compare Road Bear with El Monte RV, Mighty, Cruise America or Travellers Autobarn, then pay the amount shown, which already includes mandatory fees. Mileage, excess, security deposit and kits are detailed in each offer, and our experts guide you in choosing the class, the length and the depot. Enter your dates and departure city to see the exact rate.
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