Camping Checklist

Camping is a great way to get outside with family and friends or even by yourself. You can go camping in many state and national parks, at private campgrounds, in the backcountry or even in your own backyard.

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  • Tent (with stakes and guylines)

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  • Tent footprint

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  • Tent-pole repair sleeve

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  • Sun shade, tarp or screen house

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  • Sleeping bags (with optional liners)

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  • Sleeping pads

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  • Air mattresses

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  • Pad/mattress repair kit

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  • Pump for air mattresses

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  • Pillows

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  • Trekking poles

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  • Daypacks (see our Day Hiking Checklist)

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  • Child carrier

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  • Folding chairs

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  • Folding table

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  • Cots

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  • Mallet or hammer (for tent stakes)

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  • Headlamps (with extra batteries)

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  • Flashlights (with extra batteries, bulbs)

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  • Lanterns (with mantles, if needed)

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  • Lantern fuel or batteries

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  • Water filter or treatment tablets

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  • Bikes

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  • Bike trailers

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  • Inflatable boat with paddles and PFDs

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  • Rolling jogger

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  • Fishing gear (and license)

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  • Canoeing/kayaking gear

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  • Multi-tool or knife

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  • Clothing & Footwear Packing List 

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  • Moisture-wicking T-shirts

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  • Moisture-wicking underwear

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  • Quick-drying pants/shorts

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  • Long-sleeve shirts (for sun, bugs) 

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  • Sun-shielding hats

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  • Swimsuits

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  • Bandanas or buffs

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  • Boots or shoes suited to terrain

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  • Socks (synthetic or wool)

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  • Long underwear

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  • Sleepwear

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  • Insulating jacket or vest

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  • Insulated pants

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  • Gloves or mittens

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  • Rainwear (jacket and pants)

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  • Clothesline with clips

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  • Water sandals

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  • In-camp sandals or booties

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  • Kitchen Supplies

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  • Stove

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  • Windscreen

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  • Fuel

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  • Fuel bottle(s) with fuel funnel

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  • Matches/lighter

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  • Firewood sourced near campsite (if allowed, plus saw or axe)

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  • Grill rack

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  • Frying pan

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  • Cook pots

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  • Pot grabber

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  • Dutch oven

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  • Portable coffee/espresso maker

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  • Hot-cold vacuum bottle

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  • Hand-crank blender

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  • Bottle opener/corkscrew

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  • Can opener

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  • Recipes

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  • Marshmallow/wiener roasting sticks

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  • Food-storage containers

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  • Resealable storage bags

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  • Trash bags

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  • Tablecloth and clips (or tape)

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  • Coolers

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  • Ice

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  • Water bottles

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  • Charcoal (with fire starter)

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  • Plates, bowls, mixing bowls

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  • Mugs/cups

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  • Measuring cups

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  • Measuring spoons

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  • Utensils

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  • Paring knife 

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  • Spatula

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  • Whisk

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  • Kitchen organizer 

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  • Cutting board or cutting surface

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  • Funnel

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  • Foil

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  • Egg holder(s)

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  • Biodegradable soap

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  • Pot scrubber/sponge(s)

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  • Collapsible water container(s)

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  • Portable or standing camp sink

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  • Drying rack

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  • Quick-dry towels

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  • Food

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  • Coffee

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  • Drink mixes

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  • Bottled/canned beverages

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  • Energy food (bars, gels, trail mix)

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  • Cheese

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  • Fruit (dried and fresh) 

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  • Vegetables

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  • Cereal/granola/oatmeal

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  • Eggs (freeze-dried or fresh)

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  • Breakfast bars

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  • Batter mix

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  • Syrup

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  • Butter/margarine

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  • Jelly/jam

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  • Bread/bagels

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  • Meat (fresh and jerky)

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  • Soup mixes/bouillon cubes

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  • Prepared or freeze-dried meals

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  • Cooking oil/spray 

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  • Salt/pepper

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  • Tea

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  • Milk (powdered or fresh)

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  • Cocoa

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  • Crackers/chips

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  • Chocolate/sweets

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  • Marshmallows

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  • Spice kit

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  • Herbs

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  • Personal Items

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  • Toilet paper

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  • Sunscreen

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  • Lip balm

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  • Insect repellent

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  • Hand sanitizer

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  • Alcohol or antiseptic wipes

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  • Spare eyeglasses/contact lense

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  • Mirror

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  • First-aid kit (see First-Aid Checklist)

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  • Prescription medications

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  • Toothbrush, toiletry kit

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  • Menstrual and urinary products 

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  • Cosmetics

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  • Brush/comb

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  • Eyeshades; earplugs

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  • Biodegradable soap

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  • Shower water bag

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  • Other Items to Bring

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  • Camera

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  • Camcorder

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  • Memory cards/film

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  • Binoculars

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  • Campsite reservation confirmation

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  • Maps

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  • Guidebook

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  • Interpretive field guides (flowers, insects)

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  • Star chart/night-sky identifier

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  • Pet tent

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  • Pet bed

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  • Paperbacks/DVDs or e-Books

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  • Notebook and pen/pencil

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  • Sketchpad with art supplies

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  • Radio or music player with headphones

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  • Two-way radios

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  • GPS receiver

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  • Cell phone

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  • Travel alarm clock

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  • Umbrella

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  • Pet food (with favorite bowl)

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  • Pet toys (such as Chuckit!)

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  • Fun Stuff

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  • Playing cards

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  • Rolling ice cream maker

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  • Kick-around foot bag

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  • Kites

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  •  Geocaching materials (with GPS receivers)

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  • Paddle ball set

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  • Glow sticks

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  • Flying discs

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  • Puzzles (crosswords, etc.)

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  • Board games

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  • Water toys

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  • Electronic toys

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  • Boomerang

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