Renting camping and backpacking gear in San Bernardino makes it easy to prepare for outdoor trips without purchasing equipment you may only use occasionally. Some adventures stay within Southern California, while others involve traveling farther to mountain or desert destinations. With more than 22 years of nationwide rental experience, LowerGear helps travelers get equipped for a wide range of trips.
See All Rental GearOur rental inventory includes tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, camp cooking gear, lighting, navigation tools, and accessories. Brands commonly included in our rental fleet include Kelty, MSR, Gregory, and Osprey. All gear is professionally cleaned, inspected, and prepared before every rental.
Trips from San Bernardino often include mountain and desert landscapes. Popular destinations include San Bernardino National Forest, with longer trips frequently planned to Joshua Tree National Park.
Select your rental gear online and choose dates that allow enough time for shipping. Rental days are not charged while gear is in transit. See the video below for additional shipping details.
If you’re new to camping or backpacking—or it’s been a while since your last trip—we offer resources to help you prepare. Below is a general list of items people often consider bringing (not all apply to every trip):
Backpack • Tent • Sleeping bag • Stove • Fuel • Headlamp • Extra layers • Water containers
Additional advice articles and product videos are available throughout the site.