Rent Camping & Backpacking Gear in Richmond

Renting camping and backpacking gear in Richmond is an efficient way to plan outdoor travel without purchasing equipment you may only use occasionally. Some trips stay close to Northern California’s parks, while others extend into major mountain and national park destinations. With more than 22 years of nationwide rental experience, LowerGear helps travelers prepare for varied conditions.

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

Outdoor destinations commonly planned from Richmond

Trips from Richmond often include coastal and forested public lands. Common destinations include Golden Gate National Recreation Area, with longer itineraries frequently planned to Yosemite National Park.

Popular rentals for Richmond-area trips

• 3-Person Backpacking Tent – suitable for multi-day trips.
• High-Capacity Backpack – useful for extended routes.
• Cool-Weather Sleeping Bag – appropriate for elevation changes.
• Satellite Communicator – useful beyond cell coverage.

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 layers • Water storage

Additional advice articles and product videos are available throughout the site.

• Take These on Any Wilderness Trip
• Treating Water While Backpacking and Camping
• Suggestions on Using and Renting Hiking Poles

Explore rental categories

• Tent & Shelter Rentals – backpacking and camping options.
• Backpack Rentals – packs for longer trips.
• Sleeping Gear Rentals – bags and pads.
• Backcountry Safety Gear Rentals – navigation and communication tools.
• See 20+ Rental Categories – explore all the camping equipment you can rent for Richmond