Rent Camping & Backpacking Gear in Fort Collins

Renting camping and backpacking gear in Fort Collins is a convenient way to prepare for outdoor trips without purchasing equipment that may only be used occasionally. Some trips stay within Colorado, while others involve longer drives or destination travel. With more than 22 years of rental experience, LowerGear helps simplify trip preparation.

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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 equipment is professionally cleaned, inspected, and prepared before every shipment.

Outdoor destinations commonly planned from Fort Collins

Many travelers plan trips that involve driving to destinations such as Rocky Mountain National Park. For longer destination trips, some renters travel to places like Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests, where shipping rental gear ahead of time can simplify logistics.

Popular rentals for Fort Collins-area trips

• 2-Person Backpacking Tent – adaptable for alpine conditions.
• Mid-Capacity Backpack – balances comfort and load.
• Cool-Weather Sleeping Bag – suitable for mountain nights.
• Trekking Poles – helpful on steep 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. The video below explains shipping timelines and preparation details.

Helpful learning guides & videos

Below is a general list of items people often consider bringing:

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

• How to Setup a Tent and Select a Camp Site
• Treating Water While Backpacking

Explore rental categories

• Tent & Shelter Rentals – shelter options for mountain climates.
• Backpack Rentals – packs for short and extended trips.
• Sleeping Gear Rentals – bags and pads for cooler nights.
• Camp Cooking Gear Rentals – cookware and stoves for campsite meals.
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