Renting camping and backpacking gear in Ann Arbor is an easy way to prepare for outdoor trips without purchasing equipment that may only be used occasionally. Some trips stay within Michigan, while others involve longer drives to destination parks. With more than 22 years of rental experience, LowerGear supports flexible trip planning.
See All Rental GearOur rental inventory includes tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, camp cooking gear, navigation tools, lighting, and accessories. Brands commonly included include Kelty, Gregory, Marmot, and MSR. All rental gear is professionally cleaned, inspected, and prepared before shipping.
Many travelers plan trips that involve driving to destinations such as Isle Royale National Park. For longer destination trips, some renters travel farther to places like Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
Select your rental gear online and choose dates that allow enough time for shipping. Rental days are not charged while equipment is in transit.
Backpack • Tent • Sleeping bag • Sleeping pad • Stove • Fuel • Cookware • Water bottles • Water filter • Insulating layer • Rain shell • Hat • Headlamp • Extra batteries • Navigation tools • First-aid kit • Trekking poles • Repair kit • Food storage • Camp shoes