Dartmouth Outdoor Rentals
Whether you're heading out for your first hike or planning a backcountry trip, Dartmouth Outdoor Rentals has the gear to get you there. Stop by with your Dartmouth ID and our staff will help you find exactly what you need.
How to Find Us
Location
- Lowest level of Robinson Hall
Hours of business - Spring 2026
- Monday - Friday 10-5 pm (closed weekends)
Questions & Inquiries
- Please email Andrew Deaett, Outdoor Operations Manager or call 603-646-1675.
Four seasons of gear for your outdoor adventures
We stock a wide range of outdoor gear and apparel for backcountry camping and hiking in all four seasons. Technical gear such as ice/rock climbing equipment is available for use on official DOC trips but not for general rentals. For cross country ski equipment, please reach out to Oak Hill Outdoor Center and for downhill ski equipment please reach out to the Dartmouth Skiway.
New to outdoor adventure?
Check out the seasonal guides for more information on what to borrow from DOR for a successful outing. Looking for the details on borrowing gear from DOR? Scroll down to the policies section below for everything you need to know.
(Photo By Xiaoran (Seamore) Zhu '19)
Spring is wide open
The snow melts, the trails dry out, and the Connecticut River comes alive. Spring in the Upper Valley is underrated, and you'll practically have it to yourself.
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Summer starts here
Long days, warm nights, and endless ways to get outside. Whether you're camping under the stars or paddling the Connecticut, we've got the gear to make it happen.
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Fall in New England
The Upper Valley comes alive in fall, on the water, on the trails, and everywhere in between. Grab the gear you need and get out there before the season ends. No experience necessary, just show up with your Dartmouth ID.
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Winter is just getting started
Snow transforms the Upper Valley into a whole different playground. Snowshoes, microspikes, ice skates, we've got everything you need to get out and enjoy it.
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Other Upper Valley gear resources
- Omer and Bob’s in Lebanon Mall downtown has outdoor sports oriented gear (like bikes, skis and boards, racquets, and clothing).
- Gear Again in White River Junction, Vermont is a consignment shop for outdoor gear.
- Five miles south of Hanover, the Powerhouse Mall in West Lebanon has an Eastern Mountain Sports and an L.L. Bean. If you can’t get a ride, there’s a free bus service in the area: Advance Transit.
- In Norwich is Dan & Whit’s, a general store which also has outdoor gear oriented towards New England winters. Farm-Way in Bradford, Vermont, also has an excellent selection of outdoor winter clothing.
Policies
Our goal is to provide high quality outdoor equipment to facilitate transformative outdoor experiences for the Dartmouth community. These policies have been developed to ensure access remains equitable and sustainable. Thank you for your help stewarding our shared resources!
*All college policies must be followed with rental equipment. Failure to do so may result in revocation of rental privileges