Camping checklist

Attire/footwear

• Hat for warm weather
• Hat for cool weather
• Scarf
• Gloves
• Rain gear
• Undergarments
• Sleepwear
• Warm-temperature clothing
• Cool-temperature clothing
• Sturdy boots or shoes
• Water shoes/sandals
• Shoes for relaxing
• Socks (wool or synthetic)
• Swimsuit
• Bandana or neck gaiter

Sleeping/shelter

• Tent (including rain fly)
• Tent stakes
• Tarp/ground cloth
• Tent entrance mat
• Tent repair kit
• Sleeping bags
• Sleeping bag liners
• Sleeping pads or air mattress/pump
• Sleeping pad repair kit
• Pillows
• Extra bedding (sheets, blankets)

Food and drink-related

• Water
• Water filter
• Water bottles
• Cooler
• Trash & recycling bags
• Dish soap (biodegradable)
• Sponge/scrub pad
• Wash bin
• Dish towel
• Cook stove or grill
• Fuel
• Cookware (including lids)
• Pot holder
• Plates
• Bowls
• Cups/mugs
• Utensils (cooking)
• Utensils (eating)
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Skewers
• Paper towels
• Spices
• Cooking oil
• Coffee-making supplies
• Bottle opener
• Can opener

Personal care

• Sunglasses
• Glasses/contacts/contact supplies
• Hand sanitizer
• Soap (biodegradable)
• Towel
• Portable shower
• Personal wipes
• Toilet paper
• Trowel
• First aid kit
• Tissues
• Sunscreen
• Lip balm with sunscreen
• Bug spray
• Bug bite ointment
• Toothbrush & toothpaste or baking soda
• Hair care supplies
• Skin care supplies (unscented)
• Shaving supplies
• Menstrual supplies
• Deodorant (unscented)
• Nail clippers/scissors
• Tweezers
• Ear plugs
• Eye shades
• Prescription medication
• Over-the-counter medication (pain, allergy, sleep)

Campsite

• Camp chairs
• Camp table
• Camp rug
• Canopy
• Hammock
• Lantern
• Campfire supplies
• Firewood (sourced near campsite)

Miscellaneous

• Lighter/matches
• Headlamps
• Batteries
• Maps/navigation supplies
• Phone
• Wallet
• Keys
• Daypack
• Laundry bag
• Clothesline/clothespins
• Detergent or other soap for clothes (biodegradable)
• Small dustpan/broom
• Multitool
• Duct tape
• Rope/cord
• Electronics recharging supplies
• Campground information/reservation

Fun (all optional!)

• Books/reading material
• Games, like a pack of cards
• Camera
• Nature guides
• Binoculars
• Magnifying glass
• Notebook and pencil
• Craft/art supplies
• Swimming supplies
• Kite
• Frisbee
• Ball for playing catch

Kids

• All types of attire required for grownups (including spares)
• Kid-friendly food
• Kid-appropriate water bottles, dishes, and utensils
• Comfort item like stuffed animal or blanky
• Toys/games
• Books
• Whistle
• Headlamp
• Bug spray
• Sunscreen
• Skin, hair, teeth, and nail care supplies
• Prescription medication
• Pain, allergy, and car-sickness over-the-counter medication with child dosage
• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping pad
• Other sleeping gear, such as crib
• Child carrier
• Playpen/mat
• Stroller
• Diapering supplies
• Toddler toilet
• Nursing- or formula-related supplies
• Mosquito netting for infant

Dog

• Food
• Food bowl
• Water bowl
• Poop bags
• Leash
• Collar with contact info
• Blanket/bag for sleeping
• First aid supplies
• Stake, tie-out line, or zip line
• Booties or wax for paw pads
• Current photo of dog (in case dog is lost)
• Brush/comb
• Coat (for rain or cold weather)

Backpacking

• Proper attire
• Proper footwear
• Backpack
• Water treatment supplies
• Water bottles
• Tent
• Tent stakes
• Sleeping pad
• Sleeping bag
• Inflatable pillow (optional)
• Chair/stool (optional)
• First aid kit
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Bug spray (optional)
• Personal care: teeth, hair, skin, eyes, bug bite ointment
• Hand sanitizer
• Trowel
• Toilet paper
• Supplies to pack out human waste
• Trash bag
• Lighter/matches
• Headlamp or other light with extra batteries
• Map/navigation
• Bear canister/bag or bag/rope for hanging from tree
• Food (including extra)
• Cook stove
• Fuel
• Cookware
• Pot holder
• Bowl
• Utensils (eating and cooking)
• Cup/mug (optional)
• Knife
• Repair kit
• Reading material or games (optional)