Rent Camping & Backpacking Gear in Hillsboro

Renting camping and backpacking gear in Hillsboro is a flexible way to plan outdoor trips without purchasing equipment you may only use occasionally. Whether you’re heading out for a regional camping trip or traveling farther to major destinations, renting allows you to select gear that fits your plans. With more than 22 years of nationwide rental experience, LowerGear supports trips throughout Oregon and beyond.

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Our rental inventory includes tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, camp cooking gear, lighting, navigation tools, and accessories. Brands commonly included in our rental fleet are Kelty, Marmot, Thermarest, and Garmin. All gear is professionally cleaned, inspected, and prepared before every rental.

Outdoor destinations commonly planned from Hillsboro

Trips from Hillsboro often include forested and mountain destinations in northwest Oregon, such as Mount Hood National Forest. Many renters also plan longer trips to destinations like Olympic National Park, where renting gear simplifies extended travel.

Popular rentals for Hillsboro-area trips

• 3-Person Backpacking Tent – versatile for forest and mountain trips.
• Medium-Capacity Backpack – useful for multi-day routes.
• Cool-Weather Sleeping Bag – appropriate for Pacific Northwest climates.
• Satellite Communicator – helpful beyond cell coverage.

How rentals work

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.

Helpful learning guides & videos

If you’re new to camping or backpacking—or returning after time away—our learning resources can help you prepare. Below is a general list of items people often consider bringing (not all apply to every trip):

Tent • Backpack • Sleeping bag • Stove • Fuel • Cook pot • Water filter • Headlamp • Extra batteries • Food storage • Map • GPS device • Rain shell • Insulating layer • First-aid kit • Camp shoes • Toiletries • Trash bags

More guidance is available under the LEARN menu and throughout our product pages.

• Suggestions on Using and Renting Hiking Poles
• Take These on Any Wilderness Trip
• Which Gear to Rent for Your Backpacking Trip

Explore rental categories

• Tent & Shelter Rentals – backpacking and car-camping options.
• Backpack Rentals – fitted packs for different trip lengths.
• Sleeping Gear Rentals – pads and bags.
• Backcountry Safety Gear Rentals – navigation and communication tools.
• See 20+ Rental Categories – find all gear for any camping or backpacking trip!