Rent Camping & Backpacking Gear in Charleston

Renting camping and backpacking gear in Charleston is a flexible way to prepare for coastal and destination trips without buying equipment that may only be used occasionally. Some trips stay within South Carolina, while others involve longer drives or flights to major outdoor destinations. With more than 22 years of rental experience, LowerGear helps simplify trip planning.

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Our rental inventory includes tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, camp cooking gear, navigation tools, lighting, and accessories. Brands frequently included in our rental fleet include Kelty, Gregory, Marmot, and MSR. All rental gear is professionally cleaned, inspected, and prepared before shipping.

Outdoor destinations commonly planned from Charleston

Many travelers plan trips that involve driving to destinations such as Fort Frederica National Monument. For longer destination trips, some renters travel farther to places like Assateague Island National Seashore.

Popular rentals for Charleston-area trips

• 2-Person Backpacking Tent – adaptable for coastal conditions.
• Mid-Capacity Backpack – balances comfort and capacity.
• Warm-Weather Sleeping Bag – suitable for mild nights.
• Trekking Poles – useful 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.

Helpful learning guides & videos

Backpack • Tent • Sleeping bag • Sleeping pad • Stove • Fuel • Cookware • Water bottles • Water filter • Sun protection • Hat • Headlamp • Extra batteries • Navigation tools • First-aid kit • Lightweight layers • Rain shell • Camp shoes • Repair kit • Food storage • Trekking poles

Explore rental categories

• Tent & Shelter Rentals – shelters for beach and campground use.
• Backpack Rentals – packs for weekend and longer trips.
• Sleeping Gear Rentals – bags and pads for warm climates.
• Camp Cooking Gear Rentals – cookware for campsite meals.
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