In and around camp
- Tent (with stakes and guylines)
- Tent footprint
- Tent-pole repair sleeve
- Sun shade, tarp or screen house
- Sleeping bags (with optional liners)
- Sleeping pads
- Air mattresses
- Pad/mattress repair kit
- Pump for air mattresses
- Pillows
- Multi-tool or Knife
- Daypacks (see our Day Hiking checklist)
- Trekking poles
- Child carrier
- Rolling jogger
- Folding chairs
- Folding table
- Cots
- Other furniture __________________
- Headlamps (with extra batteries)
- Flashlights (with extra batteries, bulbs)
- Lanterns (with mantles, if needed)
- Lantern fuel or Batteries
- Water filter or treatment tablets
- Bikes
- Bike trailers
- Inflatable boat with Paddles
- Fishing gear (and license)
- Canoeing/kayaking gear
- ______________________
Clothing and footwear
(if chilly nights are possible, come prepared)
- Moisture-wicking T-shirts
- Moisture-wicking underwear
- Quick-drying pants/shorts
- Long-sleeve shirts (for sun, bugs)
- Sun-shielding hats
- Swimsuits
- Bandanas or buffs
- Boots or shoes suited to terrain
- Socks (synthetic or wool)
- Long underwear
- Sleepwear
- Insulating jacket or vest
- Insulated pants
- Gloves or mittens
- Rainwear (jacket and pants)
- Clothesline with clips
- Water sandals
- In-camp sandals or booties
- _______________________
Kitchen
(select according to personal tastes and needs)
- Stove
- Windscreen
- Fuel
- Fuel bottle(s) with fuel funnel
- Matches/lighter
- Charcoal (with fire starter)
- Firewood (plus saw or ax)
- Grill rack
- Frying pan
- Cook pots
- Pot grabber
- Dutch oven
- Portable coffee/espresso maker
- Hot-cold vacuum bottle
- Hand-crank blender
- Bottle opener/corkscrew
- Tablecloth and clips (or tape)
- Recipes
- Marshmallow/wiener roasting sticks
- Food-storage containers
- Resealable storage bags
- Trash bags
- Coolers
- Ice
- Water bottles
- Plates, bowls, mixing bowls
- Mugs/cups
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Utensils
- Paring knife
- Spatula
- Whisk
- Kitchen organizer
- Cutting board or cutting surface
- Funnel
- Foil
- Egg holder(s)
- Biodegradable soap
- Pot scrubber/sponge(s)
- Collapsible water container(s)
- Portable or standing camp sink
- Drying rack
- Quick-dry towels
- _______________________
Food
(for more options, see our Outdoor kitchen checklist)
- Coffee
- Cereal/granola/oatmeal
- Eggs (freeze-dried or fresh)
- Breakfast bars
- Batter mix
- Syrup
- Butter/margarine
- Jelly/jam
- Bread/bagels
- Meat (fresh and jerky)
- Soup mixes/bouillon cubes
- Prepared or freeze-dried meals
- Cooking oil/spray
- Salt/pepper
- Tea
- Milk (powdered or fresh)
- Cocoa
- Drink mixes
- Bottled/canned beverages
- Energy food (bars, gels, trail mix)
- Fruit (dried and fresh)
- Vegetables
- Cheese
- Crackers/chips
- Chocolate/sweets
- Marshmallows
- Spice kit
- Herbs
- ______________________
Personal items
(tip: To more easily locate gear, keep similar items in a single duffel)
- Toilet paper
- Sunscreen
- Lip balm
- Insect repellent
- Hand sanitizer
- Alcohol or antiseptic wipes
- Spare eyeglasses/contact lenses
- Mirror
- First-aid kit (see First-Aid checklist)
- Prescription medications
- Toothbrush, toiletry kit
- Cosmetics
- Brush/comb
- Eyeshades; earplugs
- Biodegradable soap
- Shower water bag
- _______________________
Other items
- Camera
- Camcorder
- Memory cards/film
- Binoculars
- Campsite reservation confirmation
- Maps
- Guidebook
- Interpretive field guides (flowers, insects)
- Star chart/night-sky identifier
- Pet tent
- Pet bed
- Paperbacks/DVDs
- Notebook and pen/pencil
- Sketchpad with art supplies
- Radio or music player with headphones
- Two-way radios
- GPS receiver
- Cell phone
- Travel alarm clock
- Umbrella
- Pet food (with favorite bowl)
- Pet toys (such as Chuckit!)
- ______________________
Fun stuff
(search "toys" at REI.com for more ideas)
- Playing cards
- Rolling ice cream maker
- Kick-around foot bag
- Kites
- Geocaching materials (with GPS receivers)
- Paddle ball set
- Glow sticks
- Flying discs
- Puzzles (crosswords, etc.)
- Board games
- Water toys
- Electronic toys
- Boomerang
- _______________________ for kids
Ratings and Comments
These checklists have been invaluable when planning for any trip. I usually make my own lists, then consult these lists for anything I forgot to add--and I always forget something. . .usually something extremely important.
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