Camping Packing List

The Complete Camping Packing List

Use this list as a starting point. OfAdventure's planner generates a personalized version based on your exact destination, dates, and activities.

Shelter

• Tent with rainfly and footprint
• Tent stakes and guylines
• Mallet or rock for stakes

Sleep System

• Sleeping bag (rated for expected lows)
• Sleeping pad (insulated foam or inflatable)
• Pillow (compressible camp pillow or stuff sack)

Cooking & Food

• Camp stove and fuel canister
• Lighter + waterproof matches
• Pot and pan set
• Utensils (spork or spoon/fork/knife set)
• Mug or camp cup
• Cutting board
• Camp soap and sponge
• Bear canister or hang bag (where required)
• Cooler and ice
• Biodegradable dish soap

Water

• Water bottles or hydration reservoir
• Water filter or purification tablets
• Collapsible bucket (for camp chores)

Clothing

• Moisture-wicking base layers
• Mid layer (fleece or insulated jacket)
• Rain jacket and pants
• Camp shoes or sandals
• Hiking boots or trail runners
• Warm hat and gloves
• Sun hat
• Sun gloves

Navigation & Lighting

• Headlamp + extra batteries
• Map and compass
• GPS device or phone with offline maps

First Aid & Safety

• First aid kit
• Personal medications
• Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
• Insect repellent (DEET or Picaridin)
• Bear spray (in bear country)
• Emergency whistle
• Emergency blanket

Camp Comfort

• Camp chairs
• Camp table (optional)
• Lantern or string lights
• Tarp (for shade or extra rain protection)
• Firewood or firestarter

Hygiene

• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Toilet paper and trowel
• Hand sanitizer
• Biodegradable soap and shampoo
• Quick-dry towel