Pelican Cooler | Rugged Hard & Soft Coolers | Mounts Plus
Pelican Cooler – Built for the Wild. Ready for Anything.
When you need a cooler that holds ice for days and survives brutal conditions, nothing beats a Pelican Cooler. Engineered for extreme durability, Pelican coolers are trusted by outdoorsmen, emergency responders, hunters, overlanders, and pros who need their gear to work as hard as they do.
At Mounts Plus, we carry the full range of Pelican hard-sided, soft, and wheeled coolers, all backed by a lifetime guarantee and proven to outperform big names like Yeti and RTIC when it comes to insulation, toughness, and usability.
🧊 Why Choose a Pelican Cooler?
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✅ Up to 10-Day Ice Retention – 2" polyurethane insulation + freezer-grade gasket
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✅ Bear-Resistant Certification – IGBC certified when locked
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✅ Crushproof Construction – Withstands impacts and abuse
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✅ Built-In Bottle Opener + Drain Plug – Practical in the field
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✅ Molded-in Tie-Downs – Stay secure in trucks or boats
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✅ Made in the USA – With a Pelican lifetime warranty
Hard, Soft & Wheeled Pelican Cooler Options
Model | Type | Capacity | Ice Retention | Best For |
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Pelican 20QT | Hard | 19.9 quarts | 2–3 days | Day trips, kayak storage |
Pelican 50QT Elite | Hard | 47.3 quarts | 5–7 days | Camps, hunting, tailgates |
Pelican 70QT Elite | Hard | 66.1 quarts | 7–10 days | Extended expeditions |
Pelican 80QT Wheeled | Wheeled | 75.7 quarts | 7–10 days | Work crews, basecamps |
Pelican Soft 24 Can | Soft | ~22.7 quarts | 2+ days | Beach, travel, lightweight use |
🏕️ Built for Real-World Use
Pelican coolers are field-tested by those who spend more time outdoors than in. They're ideal for:
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🎣 Fishing & Hunting Trips – Preserve your catch or keep your meat cold
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🏕️ Camping & Overlanding – Pack enough for days without needing ice refills
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🚑 Emergency & Medical – Use soft-sided models for mobile response
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🎉 Tailgating & Backyard BBQs – Easy to transport, open, and drain
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long does a Pelican Cooler keep ice?
A: Depending on the model and ambient temperature, Pelican Coolers retain ice for 5–10+ days with proper pre-chilling and packing.
Q: Are these coolers bear-proof?
A: Yes. When padlocked, hard-sided Pelican Coolers are IGBC certified bear-resistant.
Q: Are Pelican Coolers made in the USA?
A: Absolutely. Pelican’s hard-sided coolers are manufactured in the USA and covered by a lifetime warranty.
Q: What’s the best Pelican Cooler for travel?
A: The Pelican 80QT Wheeled Cooler and Soft Coolers are ideal for travel, events, and mobile response setups.
🔧 Compare Pelican Coolers to the Competition
Feature | Pelican | Yeti | RTIC |
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Ice Retention | 7–10+ days | 5–7 days | 5–7 days |
Warranty | Lifetime | 5 years | 1 year |
Bear-Resistant Certified | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Some models |
Made in the USA | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Mixed | ❌ No |
Built-In Bottle Opener | ✅ Included | ❌ Not standard | ❌ Not standard |
🚚 Why Buy Your Pelican Cooler from Mounts Plus?
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✅ Official Pelican Dealer
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🔧 Expert Product Support
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📦 Fast U.S. Shipping
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🏕️ Trusted by Pros Since 1994
🛒 Stay Cooler. Go Farther. Choose Pelican.
Whether you’re on the water, in the woods, or working the line, a Pelican Cooler will keep your food and drinks cold longer, while standing up to punishment other coolers can’t handle.
👉 Order your Pelican Cooler now and take on any adventure — without losing your cool.