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

□ Sleeping Bag

□ Sleeping Pad

□ Shelter: Tent, Bivy, Tarp, Other

□ Tent Stakes

□ Tent Footprint/Ground Cloth

□ Trekking Poles

□ Water Bladder/Hydration System

□ Water Bottle

□ Water Filter

□ Water Purification Tabs

□ Head Lamp

□ Extra Batteries

□ Insect Repellent

□ Sunscreen

□ Pocket Knife/Multi-Tool

□ GPS

□ Map

□ Compass

□ Identification

□ Permits 

□ Repair Kit

□ Bandana

□ Watch

 

 

COOKING GEAR & FOOD

□ Cooking Pot

□ Utensils

□ Stove

□ Fuel

□ Mug

□ Bowl

□ Scent-proof Bags

□ Food Sack to Hang Food

□ Paracord to Hang Food

□ Dish Cloth

□ Food

□ Snacks

□ Electrolyte/Hydration Mix or Tabs

 

 

TOILETRIES

□ Biodegradable Soap

□ Towel

□ Toothbrush/Paste

□ Toilet Paper/Baby Wipes

 

 

CLOTHING

□ Boots & Insoles

□ Socks (Wool or Synthetic; No Cotton)

□ Gaiters

□ Camp Shoes/Sandals

□ Shorts or Convertible Pants

□ Pants

□ Long Sleeve Shirt

□ Short Sleeve Shirt

□ Long Underwear (Wool or Synthetic; No Cotton)

□ Rain Jacket/Pants

□ Fleece or Wool Pullover

□ Gloves

□ Sun Hat

□ Fleece or Knit Cap

 

 

SURVIVAL & FIRST AID

□ First Aid Kit

□ Waterproof Matches or Lighter

□ Tinder

□ Duct Tape

□ Whistle

□ Signal Mirror

□ Blister Treatment

□ Emergency Blanket

□ Medication/Prescriptions

□ Tweezers

□ Pliers

□ Comb (for removing cholla cactus)

□ Poison Ivy Wipes

 

 

OPTIONAL/SEASONAL/REGIONAL GEAR

□ Bear Canister

□ Bear Spray

□ Swimsuit

□ Insulated Parka

□ Camera

□ Pens/Paper

□ Field Guides

□ Star Finder

□ Hammock

□ Camp Chair

□ Hand/Foot Warmers

□ Pillow

□ Instep Crampons

□ Cell Phone

*This list is not exhaustive and is intended as a guide only.