Rent Camping & Backpacking Gear in Columbia

Renting camping and backpacking gear in Columbia makes it easier to plan outdoor trips without buying equipment that may only be used occasionally. Some trips stay within Missouri, while others involve longer drives or destination travel. With more than 22 years of rental experience, LowerGear supports flexible outdoor planning.

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Our 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 equipment is professionally cleaned and inspected before shipping.

Outdoor destinations commonly planned from Columbia

Many travelers plan trips that involve driving to destinations such as Rock Bridge Memorial State Park. For longer trips, some renters travel to places like Hot Springs National Park.

Popular rentals for Columbia-area trips

• 2-Person Backpacking Tent – adaptable for wooded terrain.
• Mid-Capacity Backpack – balances comfort and capacity.
• Cool-Weather Sleeping Bag – suitable for spring and fall trips.
• Trekking Poles – helpful on uneven trails.

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 • Insulating layer • Rain shell • Hat • Headlamp • Extra batteries • Navigation tools • First-aid kit • Trekking poles • Repair kit • Food storage • Camp shoes

• How to Setup a Tent
• Treating Water While Backpacking

Explore rental categories

• Tent & Shelter Rentals – shelters for forest and park camping.
• Backpack Rentals – packs for weekend and extended trips.
• Sleeping Gear Rentals – bags and pads for cooler nights.
• Camp Cooking Gear Rentals – cookware for campsite meals.
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