Backpacking Gear List
Are you ready to take the plunge and turn your day hiking hobby into a multi-day excursion? If you're new to backpacking, here's a list of gear you might need:*
BASICS
□ Backpack
□ Shelter: Tent, Bivy, Tarp, Other
□ Water Bladder/Hydration System
□ GPS
□ Map
□ Compass
□ Identification
□ Permits
□ Bandana
□ Watch
COOKING GEAR & FOOD
□ Utensils
□ Stove
□ Fuel
□ Mug
□ Bowl
□ Food
□ Snacks
□ Electrolyte/Hydration Mix or Tabs
TOILETRIES
□ Towel
CLOTHING
□ Socks (Wool or Synthetic; No Cotton)
□ Gaiters
□ Pants
□ Long Underwear (Wool or Synthetic; No Cotton)
□ Gloves
□ Sun Hat
SURVIVAL & FIRST AID
□ Waterproof Matches or Lighter
□ Tinder
□ Whistle
□ Medication/Prescriptions
□ Tweezers
□ Pliers
□ Comb (for removing cholla cactus)
□ Poison Ivy Wipes
OPTIONAL/SEASONAL/REGIONAL GEAR
□ Swimsuit
□ Camera
□ Hammock
□ Pillow
□ Cell Phone
*This list is not exhaustive and is intended as a guide only.