Campsite 🏕️Tent (and footprint, stakes)Sleeping bagsSleeping padsCamping pillowHeadlamps or flashlights (and extra batteries)Camp chairsCamp table (if no picnic table)Lantern (and mantles and fuel/batteries if needed)Optional:Sunshade, tarp or screen houseHammockCotsSleeping bag linersFirewood sourced near campsiteCamp rugTablecloth and clips (or tape)Clothesline with clipsTools & Repair Items ⚒️Multi-toolDuct tapeExtra cordTent-pole repair sleevePad/Mattress repair kitMallet or hammer (for hammering tent stakes)Saw or axe (for cutting firewood)Small broom and dustpanKitchen 🍳Many campgrounds have drinkable water. If not, bring your own, or be prepared to treat water if there’s a water source. Stove and fuelMatches/light/firestarterCook pots (and pot holder)Frying panEating utensilsCooking utensilsBottle opener, can opener, corkscrewSharp knifePlates/bowlsMugs/cupsCutting boardCoolerIce or ice substitutesWater bottlesCamp sink or wash binsBiodegradable soapPot scrubber/sponge(s)Trash/recycling bagsDish towelOptional:Camp grill and fuelGrill rackGriddleDutch ovenCharcoalPortable coffee/tea makerRolling ice cream makerMarshmallow/hot dog roasting forksSmall food-storage containers/bags/foilLarge water jugsLarge, clear plastic bins to store kitchen gearCampsite Extras 🔋Solar and portable powerBinocularsNavigation toolsField guides (flowers, insects)Star chart/night-sky identifierBook/reading materialNotebook and pen/pencilMusic player with headphonesGames and toysDog gearDry bags, stuff sacks or clear plastic bins to store itemsClothing & Footwear 🥾Moisture-wicking underwearMoisture-wicking T-shirtsQuick-drying pants/shortsLong-sleeve shirts (for sun, bugs)Lightweight fleece or jacketBoots or shoes suited to terrainSocks (synthetic or wool)SleepwearAdditional items for rainy and/or cold weather: 🌧️Rainwear (jacket and pants)Long underwearWarm insulated jacket or vestFleece pantsGloves or mittensWarm hatOptional:SwimsuitsWater sandalsIn-camp sandals or bootiesBandanasHealth & Hygiene 🪥Toilet paperHand sanitizerToothbrush and toothpasteToiletry kitQuick-dry towelMenstrual productsPrescription medicationsFirst-aid kit or first-aid suppliesSun and bug protection: 🌞SunscreenSunglasses (and sunglasses straps)Sun hatLip balmInsect repellentInsect repellent deviceOptional:Urinary productsSanitation trowel (if no toilets)Baby wipesAlcohol or antiseptic wipesMirrorBrush/combCosmeticsSpare eyeglasses/contact lens suppliesEyeshadesEarplugsPortable camp showerPersonal Items 💳Credit card and/or cashIDCellphoneCampsite reservation confirmation (if required)*Original Article