About 4,150 feet up
Hines is at moderate altitude, about 4,150 feet. Gas appliances and dish-machine heaters work as designed, and we confirm burner settings for the elevation on the delivery call.
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Hines, Oregon Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Hines grew out of the Edward Hines Lumber Company, which took over the local railroad and lumber operation in 1928; the mill closed in 2006. At 4,150 feet in Harney County, the community sits along US 20 and US 395. Wildfire season and ranch events shape the demand for temporary food service.
We rent mobile kitchen trailers, dishwashing trailers, and emergency refrigeration trailers as short-term rentals or long-term leases. Call any hour or request availability and a quote for your Hines site.
- County
- Harney County
- Elevation
- About 4,150 ft
- Typical January low
- 23°F
- Typical July high
- 91°F
Elevation from the Open-Meteo elevation model. Temperatures are averages for January lows and July highs in 2022 to 2024, from Open-Meteo reanalysis data.
What the conditions mean for a rental in Hines
January lows near 23°F
Winter nights regularly drop below freezing, with lows around 23°F. We check water-line protection and heater capacity for rentals through the cold months.
July highs near 91°F
Hines's July highs average about 91°F. That is a normal load for our equipment, but it is enough to expose an aging walk-in cooler, which is a common reason people call us.
Delivery from Salem
About 220 miles in a straight line from our Salem warehouse. That is a regional delivery: we confirm the road route, any seasonal limits, and the timing when we quote.
Where a mobile kitchen helps in Hines
Wildfire evacuations and staging
The 2026 Second Flat Fire burned more than 105,000 acres in Harney County near Hines and moved toward Highway 20, with evacuation orders at several levels. A fire camp, evacuation center, or crew base could use a mobile kitchen and dishwashing line to feed large groups.
Ranch rodeo and fair season
The Harney County Ranch Rodeo has been held at the county fairgrounds, with 20 teams competing at one recent edition. Hosts running a multi-day ranch or fair event can add a kitchen trailer to handle competitors, volunteers, and visiting crowds.
Highway 20 fire closures
When fire moves toward Highway 20, as the Second Flat Fire did in 2026, travelers, crews, and agencies need a base with hot meals and refrigeration. A mobile kitchen can feed people waiting out a closure or staging for the response.
- Fire camp and evacuee feeding
- Ranch rodeo and fairgrounds events
- Staging meals during highway fire closures
Delivery from our Salem warehouse to Hines
We keep equipment in Salem, the Oregon capital, and plan every delivery from there. Hines is about 220 miles from the warehouse as the crow flies; the actual road route, timing, and any permits are confirmed when we quote.
Getting a trailer to Hines
From Salem, take OR 22 east to US 20 at Santiam Junction, then US 20 over Santiam Pass (4,817 feet) and across central Oregon; US 20 joins US 395 at Riley and runs through Hines. Winter snow on Santiam Pass is common; check TripCheck for closures, chain rules, and high-desert wind before moving a trailer.
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
Large fires near Hines in 2026 led to evacuation orders and shelter needs. Our 24/7 emergency deployment can support evacuation centers, crews, and facilities that lose a kitchen or walk-in cooler.
Kitchen trailers available for Hines
The kitchen line runs from a compact 24 ft trailer to a 40 ft bulk-cooking unit. Match the size to your daily meal count and menu, and check that your site can supply 220V single-phase power. The rates below are monthly starting prices, and the quote sets the final figure.
| Trailer | Cooking equipment | Also on board | Power | Starting rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 26 ft Baby Bulk Kitchen | Confirmed at quote | 3-compartment sink, Handwashing sink, Prep table, Mop sink, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | Price by quote |
| 28 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 38 ft Mobile Kitchen | Deep fryer, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Combo Kitchen | Deep fryers, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | $10,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Combo Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $10,995 / month |
| 38 ft All Electric Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | Price by quote |
Specifications come from the model descriptions supplied for each trailer. The unit assigned to your rental is confirmed at quote.
Dishwashing and refrigeration for Hines
Add a dishwashing trailer and refrigeration to complete the temporary kitchen. Each card shows its monthly starting price.
22-26 ft Low-Temperature Dish Trailer
A push-through low-temperature dishwasher with a soil tray, scraping table, and three-compartment sink.
Starting from $4,995 / month
38 ft Conveyor Dish Trailer
A conveyor-type dishwasher with prep, storage, and a water heater, for the busiest dish rooms.
Starting from $6,995 / month
12 ft Refrigerated Trailer
A small refrigerated trailer for a restaurant or store walk-in that has stopped cooling.
Starting from $1,895 / month
20 ft Refrigerated Trailer
More cold storage for a hospital, school, or hotel that lost its walk-in.
Starting from $1,895 / month
How a rental works
Rentals run by the month, with short-term and long-term options. Delivery, setup, and pickup are coordinated for your site. An inquiry does not reserve equipment; a person confirms availability, delivery time, and terms with you. Hours: open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Setup usually takes about five hours for kitchens and dishwashing trailers and about one hour for refrigeration units, and an inquiry is the first step, not a reservation.
Why choose Simply Indians
A closed kitchen does not stop anyone from being hungry. Dependable Hines mobile kitchen rentals, backed by people who answer the phone, keep meals on schedule while the permanent kitchen is out.
Accelerated Deployment
Delivery and setup of Hines mobile kitchen rentals are coordinated around your schedule in Hines, with timing confirmed at quote.
24/7 Emergency Service
(888) 385-5513 is answered all day and all night. If a cooler fails at 2 a.m., that is the number to call.
End-to-End Project Support
One team helps choose the trailer, plans the hookups, and collects it when the job is done.
Flexible Rental Solutions
Terms run from a single week to a long lease, matched to how long your own kitchen will be out of service.
Heavy-Duty Commercial Equipment
Equipment built to handle a full day of service, from the cooking line to the dish room and cold storage.
Experienced Logistics Coordination
Site access, placement, power, water, and wastewater are checked before the trailer is on the road.
Why clients trust us
Our customers run commercial and institutional kitchens, including hospitals, schools, government and military sites, hotels, correctional facilities, and caterers. What we promise is what we can confirm: someone answering the phone at any hour, coordinated delivery and setup, and a written quote that states terms before you agree to anything.
Emergency refrigeration and kitchen rentals in Hines
Lost cold storage, a fire or flood in the kitchen, or a failed dish-room inspection can all call for a trailer fast. Phone us, and we start working out the replacement while you gather the address and power details.
Frequently asked questions
Can a trailer cross the Cascades in winter?
US 20 over Santiam Pass is a state highway and conditions change quickly. Check TripCheck for closures and chain requirements, and ask your provider about timing a move around storms.
Who handles food licensing for temporary service?
Temporary food licensing is typically handled by the county or by the Oregon Department of Agriculture depending on the operation. Confirm with the Harney County health authority and the event organizer before booking.
Can you deploy a kitchen to Hines in an emergency?
Yes. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and emergency deployment starts with a phone call to (888) 385-5513. Equipment ships from our Salem warehouse, and we confirm availability and delivery time to Hines when we quote.
Does an inquiry reserve equipment?
No. An inquiry starts the conversation only. Nothing is held until we have confirmed availability, delivery time, and terms with you.
Get a quote
Send what you know and a person will reply with availability and terms. It helps to have these ready:
- The job site city and state, and the delivery address if you have it.
- Your start date and how long you expect to need the trailer.
- How many people you serve per meal, and the type of service.
- Power available at the site (voltage, phase, amps) and water and wastewater connections.
- Where the trailer will sit, and any gate, slope, or overhead limits.
Emergency? Call (888) 385-5513. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.