Camping Checklist

Ready to do some car camping? Here's my gear list so you don't forget any essentials! Going backpacking? Checkout the Backpacking Checklist.

Shelter

Tent
Ground cloth (space blanket)
Sleeping pad or futon
Sleeping bags or sheets & bedding

Clothing

Shorts
Swimming wear
Pants
Shirts
Fleece jacket
Windbreaker (waterproof)
Mid weight shirt (smartwool)
T-shirts
Hiking boots
Flip flops or sandals
Socks & underware
Thermal tops & bottoms
Gloves
Warm beanie
Baseball hat
Brimmed sun hat

Cooking

Camp stove & fuel
Frying pan
Cooking pot
Utensils
Cups
Ice chest & ice
Food, cooking oil, snacks, tea & coffee
Trash bags
Water bottles
Knives
Can opener?
Dish soap, sponge, dish towel

Hygiene

Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Floss
Hand towel
Hand sanitizer
Towels
Quarters for the showers
Soap
TP

Recreation

Beach towels
Camp chairs
Day pack
Lighter or matches
Firewood
Axe
Deck of cards
Reading books
Inner tubes

Essentials

Phone
Wallet
Car key & backup key
First aid kit
Headlamps