Rent Camping & Backpacking Gear in New York City

Renting camping and backpacking gear in New York City makes it easier to plan outdoor trips without investing in equipment that may only be used occasionally. Some trips involve short regional travel, while others include flights to national parks across the country. With more than 22 years of experience, LowerGear supports a wide range of travel plans.

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Our rental inventory includes tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, camp cooking gear, navigation tools, lighting, and accessories. Brands commonly available include Kelty, Gregory, Marmot, and MSR. All rental equipment is professionally cleaned, inspected, and prepared before every shipment.

Outdoor destinations commonly planned from New York City

Many travelers plan trips that involve driving to destinations such as Cuyahoga Valley National Park. For longer destination trips, some renters fly to places like Yellowstone National Park, where shipping rental gear ahead of time helps streamline travel.

Popular rentals for New York City-area trips

• 2-Person Backpacking Tent – suitable for destination travel.
• High-Capacity Backpack – useful for extended routes.
• Cool-Weather Sleeping Bag – appropriate for variable climates.
• Trekking Poles – helpful on uneven terrain.

How rentals work

Select your rental gear online and choose dates that allow enough time for shipping. Rental days are not charged while equipment is in transit. The video below explains shipping timelines and preparation details.

Helpful learning guides & videos

If you’re planning a camping or backpacking trip, our learning resources can help. Below is a general list of items people often consider bringing:

Tent • Backpack • Sleeping bag • Sleeping pad • Stove • Fuel canister • Cookware • Water bottles • Water filter • Headlamp • Extra batteries • Navigation tools • First-aid kit • Rain layer • Insulating layer • Sun protection • Trekking poles • Repair kit • Food storage • Camp chair

• Selecting the Right Backpack to Rent
• How to Setup a Tent and Select a Camp Site
• Treating Water While Backpacking

Explore rental categories

• Tent & Shelter Rentals – shelter options for camping trips.
• Backpack Rentals – packs for weekend and extended trips.
• Sleeping Gear Rentals – bags and pads for varied climates.
• Camp Cooking Gear Rentals – cookware and stoves for campsite meals.
• See 20+ Rental Categories – find all the camping and backpacking gear you can rent for trips to or from New York City