Camping packing list

Shelter

• Tent with poles and pegs
• Footprint or ground sheet
• Mallet or a stone for pegs
• Spare guy lines
• Tarp for shelter or shade

Sleeping

• Sleeping bag rated for the lowest expected temperature
• Sleeping mat or air mattress
• Pump if you have an air mattress
• Pillow or a stuff sack for clothes
• Extra blanket

Cooking and eating

• Stove and fuel
• Lighter and matches in a waterproof bag
• Pot and pan
• Plates, bowls, cups and cutlery
• Knife, chopping board and can opener
• Cooler with ice packs
• Food and snacks for each meal plus extra
• Water containers
• Washing-up bowl, soap and sponge
• Rubbish bags

Clothing

• Warm layers for the evening
• Waterproof jacket
• Comfortable walking shoes or boots
• Camp shoes or sandals
• Spare socks
• Hat and sun protection

Light and navigation

• Head torch and spare batteries
• Lantern for the tent or table
• Map or offline maps on your phone
• Power bank

Safety and hygiene

• First aid kit
• Insect repellent and sunscreen
• Toilet paper and a trowel if there are no facilities
• Hand sanitiser
• Towel and toiletries
• Emergency contact and location details left with someone

Extras

• Folding chairs and a table
• Multi-tool
• Duct tape and a repair kit
• Games, cards or a book
• Camera or binoculars