Rent Camping & Backpacking Gear in Phoenix

Renting camping and backpacking gear in Phoenix helps travelers prepare for outdoor trips without buying equipment that may only be used occasionally. Some trips stay within the Southwest, while others involve longer drives or flights to major public lands. With more than 22 years of rental experience, LowerGear makes trip preparation simpler and more flexible.

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

Outdoor destinations commonly planned from Phoenix

Many travelers plan trips that involve driving or flying to major public lands such as Grand Canyon National Park. For longer destination trips, renters also travel to places like Zion National Park, where shipping gear ahead of time can simplify logistics.

Popular rentals for Phoenix-area trips

• 2-Person Backpacking Tent – suitable for multi-day trips in varied conditions.
• Mid-Capacity Backpack – balances comfort and carrying capacity.
• Warm-Weather Sleeping Bag – appropriate for desert and summer travel.
• Trekking Poles – helpful on longer hikes and 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 gear is in transit. See the video below for additional shipping details.

For customers in the Phoenix area, rental gear can also be picked up directly at our Tempe retail store.

Helpful learning guides & videos

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

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

• Selecting the Right Backpack to Rent
• Treating Water While Backpacking

Explore rental categories

• Tent & Shelter Rentals – lightweight and durable options for overnight trips.
• Backpack Rentals – packs designed for comfort over long distances.
• Sleeping Gear Rentals – bags and pads for warm and cool nights.
• Camp Cooking Gear Rentals – stoves and cookware for trail meals.
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