Rent Camping & Backpacking Gear in Springfield

Renting camping and backpacking gear in Springfield is a practical way to plan outdoor trips without purchasing equipment you may only use occasionally. Whether you’re heading to nearby state parks or planning a longer regional adventure, renting allows you to choose gear that fits your plans. With more than 22 years of nationwide rental experience, LowerGear supports trips throughout Illinois and beyond.

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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 Kelty, Gregory, MSR, and Marmot. All gear is professionally cleaned, inspected, and prepared before every rental.

Outdoor destinations commonly planned from Springfield

Trips from Springfield often include forest and river destinations across central Illinois. Popular options include camping and hiking within Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, as well as trips farther afield to Shawnee National Forest.

Popular rentals for Springfield-area trips

• 3-Person Camping Tent – suitable for state park camping.
• Medium-Capacity Backpack – useful for overnight trips.
• Cool-Weather Sleeping Bag – helpful during spring and fall.
• Handheld GPS Unit – useful on unfamiliar trails.

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 containers

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

• Backpacking and Trail Food Preparation
• What Is Car Camping
• Treating Water While Backpacking and Camping

Explore rental categories

• Tent & Shelter Rentals – campground and backpacking options.
• Backpack Rentals – packs for varied trip lengths.
• Sleeping Gear Rentals – bags and pads for cooler nights.
• Camp Cooking Gear Rentals – cookware and camp stoves.
• See 20+ Rental Categories – find all the camping equipment you can rent for trips to or from Springfield