Rent Camping & Backpacking Gear in Washington, DC

Renting camping and backpacking gear in Washington, DC is a convenient way to plan outdoor trips without purchasing equipment you may only use occasionally. Whether you’re heading out for a weekend escape or traveling farther for a longer adventure, renting allows you to select gear that fits your plans. With more than 22 years of nationwide rental experience, LowerGear supports trips across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond.

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Our rental inventory includes tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, camp cooking gear, lighting, navigation tools, and useful accessories. Brands commonly included in our rental fleet include Osprey, Gregory, MSR, and Garmin. All gear is professionally cleaned, inspected, and prepared before every rental.

Outdoor destinations commonly planned from Washington, DC

Many trips from Washington, DC include destinations such as Shenandoah National Park, known for scenic hiking and backcountry camping. Travelers also frequently visit Catoctin Mountain Park for shorter regional trips.

Popular rentals for Washington, DC-area trips

• 3-Person Backpacking Tent – versatile shelter for forest and mountain routes.
• Medium-Capacity Backpack – suitable for multi-day trips.
• Cool-Weather Sleeping Bag – comfortable during spring and fall outings.
• Trekking Poles – helpful on rolling terrain and long trails.

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 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 batteries • Water storage • Map

Additional advice articles are available under the LEARN menu, along with videos on individual product pages.

• Which Gear to Rent for Your Backpacking Trip
• Trail Etiquette: Right of Way
• Treating Water While Backpacking and Camping

Explore rental categories

• Tent & Shelter Rentals – backpacking and camping shelters for varied trips.
• Backpack Rentals – fitted packs for overnight and multi-day routes.
• Sleeping Gear Rentals – bags and pads for a wide temperature range.
• Camp Cooking Gear Rentals – stoves and cookware for camp meals.
• See 20+ Rental Categories – find all the camping equipment you can rent for trips to or from Washington, DC