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BACKPACKING CHECKLIST
This page includes all the gear you need for a backpacking trip. It may intimidate you (and your wallet) but
don’t worry: you likely need less than half the things on this page depending on where you are traveling and
your style. We will walk you through it step by step to help you figure out what you actually need.
These are the big ticket items that most affect your backpacking trip. If you want to save weight or make your
system more efficient, these are the three areas to focus first.
THE ESSENTIALS
THE BIG THREE
1
Cookware
2. Backpack
Navigation
1. Shelter
3. Sleep System
Sun Protection
Food
First Aid
Illumination
Fire
Repair Kit/Tools
Permits
Water
Backpacking Stove
Mug
Spoon/Spork
Multi-day or Ultralight Version
Backpack cover, sometimes
included with pack
Map
Compass
GPS or GPS Watch or
Smartphone with GPS App
Tent or Ultralight Shelter
Mummy Bag or Quilt
Sleeping Pad
Sunglasses
Chap Stick
Sunscreen
Sun Hat
Meals for planned days out
Snacks and Extra Food
Reserved in Advance
Water Bottle or Bladder
Water Filter or Treatment System
First Aid Kit
Emergency Blanket
Headlamp
Extra Batteries
Solar Charger or External Battery
Lighter
Waterproof Matches
Pocket Knife or Multi-Tool