We have all been there. The morning before a long trip to the camp site, and you think you have everything packed, only to arrive at the site many hours and miles later just to realize you forgot something. You probably want to toss your keyboard at this point. And how about the times you see another camper arrive with a technology or tool you did not even think, and the only thing you can mutter underneath your breath is, “ Why didn’t I think of that?”
Anyhow, we want to save you from regret and before you embark on your next camping trip, we highly recommend that you go over our ultimate camping packing list. Trust me, we have thought about everything.
Tent (do not forget the stakes)
Sleeping Bags
Sleeping Pads
Camping Pillow
Headlamp and Flashlights
Extra Batteries
Camp Chairs
Extra Blankets
Lantern
Extra Fuel or Batteries for Lantern
Sunshade, Tarp, screen house
Hammock
Cots
Sleeping bag liners
Firewood
Camp Rug
Tablecloth (with clips or tape)
Clothesline with clips
While many campgrounds have drinkable water, you should still bring your own and these things:
Stove and Fuel
Cooking Pots and Pot Holders
Matches or Light (fire starter)
Frying Pans
Eating and Cooking Utensils
Bottle/Can Opener and Corkscrew
Sharp Knife
Plates/Bowls
Mugs/Cups
Cutting Board
Portable Fridge (ICECO)
Water Bottles
Camp sink
Biodegradable soap
Trash/ recycling bags
Dish Towel
Camp Grill and Fuel
Grill Rack
Griddle
Dutch Oven
Charcoal
Portable Coffee/Tea Maker
Rolling Ice Cream Maker
Roasting forks for Marshmallows
Food Storage Containers/Bags/Foil
Large Water Jugs
Large Plastic Bins for Storage
Toilet Paper
Hand Sanitizer
Tooth Brush and Paste
Toiletry Kit
Quick Dry Towel
Menstrual Products
Prescription Meds if needed
First Aid Kit (Of Course)
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Sun Hat
Lip Balm
Insect Repellent
Baby Wipes
Mirror
Alcohol Wipes
Brush/Comb
Multi-tool
Nylon Strap
Duct Tape
Extra Cord
Tent-pole repair sleeve
Pad/mattress repair kit
Mallet or Hammer (for the tent stakes)
Saw or Axe (cut firewood)
Small Broom and Dustpan
