This packing list is meant for those who are camping and day hiking. This is not only a list, but also a collection of all the products and gear that I recommend!
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Pack:
Day pack 15L to 30L (my recommendation)
Sleep System:
Tent (my recommendation)
Sleeping bag (if you are a hot sleeper) (if you are a cold sleeper)
Sleeping pad (for ultra comfort) (for ultralight) (for budget)
Camp pillow (for comfort) (for space saving - and future backpackers)
For Food:
Cooler (my recommendation)
Camping stove (my recommendation) (budget option)
Pots and Pans (my recommendation)
Matches (my recommendation)
Coffee system (if you are into espresso) (if you are into drip) (if you are into little mess)
Camp silverware (my recommendation)
Lightweight travel mug (my recommendation)
Camp bowl (my recommendation for one) (my recommendation for a group)
Camp plate (my recommendation for one)
Waterbottle (my recommendation)
Stasher Bags (find them here)
Clothing:
Sunglasses (my recommendation)
Ballcap/Hat/Bandana
2-3 pairs of hiking socks (my recommendations)
Hiking boots or trail runners (boot recommendations) (trail runner recommendations)
Camp sandals/shoes (my recommendations) (sandal option)
1 swimsuit (my favorite)
Insulated puffy jacket (heavy insulation) (mid insulation)
Fleece jacket (lightweight) (heavyweight)
2-3 pairs of hiking shorts (favorite hiking shorts) (favorite hiking skort)
1-2 pairs of hiking pants/leggings (favorite pants) (favorite leggings)
1-2 short sleeve hiking shirts (favorite cotton shirt) (favorite synthetic shirt) (favorite tank)
1-2 long sleeve hiking shirts (sun hoodie) (non-hooded option)
Undergarments: underwear, sports bras, additional socks
1 pair of midweight baselayer pants or leggings for sleeping (my recommendation) (pants option)
1 long-sleeve midweight baselayer for sleeping or a long sleeve shirt for sleeping (my recommendation)
Insulated gloves (my recommendation)
Cozy hat (my recommendation)
Rain jacket/poncho (my recommendation)
Rain pants (my recommendation)
Toiletries:
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Sunscreen (my recommendation)
Shampoo/Conditioner
Hairbrush
Chapstick
Lotion
Fash wash (my recommendation)
Bug spray (my recommendation - deet free)
Ponytails
Travel towel
Nail clippers
Menstrual products
Prescription medications
Personal meds: ibuprofen, motion sickness medications
Other gear:
Headlamp/Flashlight (my recommendation)
Water filter (my recommendation)
Trekking poles (my recommendation)
Emergency whistle (my recommendation)
Powerbank for your phone (my recommendation)
Phone chargers
Camera chargers
Money/Credit card/Debit Card
Tote/fanny pack/bag (my recommendation)
Things you may want, but are not necessary:
1 to 3 liter water bladder (my recommendation)
Personal first aid kit (build your own here) (or purchase one)
Trowel (my recommendation)
Pee cloth (I love the Kula Cloth)
Blister tape/Leuko Tape (my recommendation)
Biofreeze
Antichafe items: baby powder, glide stick
Duck tape
Camera
Journal
Book
Card games
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xoxo,
LDH
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