Camping Trip Checklist

A practical, categorized checklist for car camping or a weekend campsite trip—pack the essentials, stay safe, and keep it comfortable.

This checklist is optimized for a typical weekend campsite trip. Adjust for weather, fire restrictions, and whether you’re backpacking vs. car camping.

Tips

  • Start from the default list, then remove anything you don’t need for this trip.
  • Keep your must-haves (documents, meds, chargers) in your carry-on/day bag.

Checklist

77 items • 11 categories

Planning & Documents

Shelter & Setup

Sleep & Comfort

Clothing & Footwear

Cooking & Food

Water & Hydration

Hygiene

Safety & First Aid

Tools & Repairs

Electronics

Optional / Nice-to-have