Don’t forget anything with this crazy long camping checklist. Along with your basic camping checklist which includes shelter, bedding, kitchen, food, clothing and toiletries. I have included a fishing checklist, backpacking checklist, a checklist for you dog and a checklist for your camera gear.
Note: not all camping trips will require the same gear, pick and choose what is important to you for your next camping trip.
Camp Arizona’s Camping Checklist
Shelter
- Tent
- Tent Stakes
- Tent Light
- Groundcloth
- Tarp(s)
- EZ-Up
- Screen House
- Poles
- Extra Rope or Paracord
- Tent Repair Kit
Around Camp
- Lantern
- Extra Mantles
- Lantern Fuel
- Matches
- Flashlight
- Headlamps
- Fire Starters
- Chairs
- Folding Tables
- Mallet
- Water Filter
- Bikes
- Shovel
- Dust Broom
- Axe/Hatchet
- Leatherman/Swiss Army Knife
- Camping Shower
- 5 Gallon Bucket for Shower
- Shower Pump
- Batteries for Pump
- Portable Camp Toilet
- Extra Rope
- Duct Tape
Bedding
- Sleeping Bag
- Sleeping Pad
- Air Matress
- Pump
- Batteries for pump
- Blankets
- Sheets
- Pillows
- Cots
Kitchen
- Stove
- Portable Kitchen
- Fuel for Stove
- Pots/Pans
- Lighter/Matches
- Firewood (Check fire restrictions first and always check with the camp host)
- Charcoal (Check fire restrictions first and always check with the camp host)
- Trash Bags
- Dutch Oven
- Spatula
- Tongs
- Oven Mitt
- Can Opener
- Aluminum Foil
- Plates
- Bowls
- Silverware/Plasticware
- Paper Towels
- Dishwashing Soap
- Dirty Dish Bucket
- Cups
- Coffee Cups
- Coffee Pot/Percolator/Press
- Cutting Board
- Knives
- Folding Table
- Scrubbie
- Tablecloth
- Ziplock Bags
- Coolers
- Cooking Utensils
- Tupperware
- Gallon Jugs of water frozen for cooler
- Grill Rack for fire pit
- Hand Crank Blender
- Wine opener
- Recipes
- Ice
- Marshmallow Sticks
- Measuring Cups/Spoons
- Whisk
- Water Container
Food
- Snacks
- Cereal
- Bacon
- Sausage
- Eggs/Egg Substitute
- Hash Browns/Potatoes
- Bread
- Butter
- Jelly/Jam
- Bagels
- Chuckbox
- Cream Cheese
- Granola
- Sunflower Seeds
- Graham Crackers
- Chocolate Bars
- Marshmallows
- Coffee
- Herbs/Spices
- Olive Oil/Cooking Spray
- Prepared Meals/Freeze Dried Meals
- Salt/Pepper
- Milk
- Hot Chocolate
- Fruit
- Drink Mixes/Powder
- Sodas, Gatorade, Capri Sun Etc
- Beer
- Wine
- Adult Beverages
- Veggies
- Cheeses
- Crackers/Chips
- Burger Patties/ Hotdogs
- Buns
- Ketchup/Mustard/Mayo
- Protein Bars
- Beef Jerky
- Trail Mix
- Jiffy Pop
Clothing
- Pants
- Shirts
- Log Sleeve Shirts
- Hiking Boots
- Shoes
- Water Shoes
- Shorts
- Socks
- Hats
- Sweatshirts
- Windbreaker
- Jacket
- Underwear
- Rain Gear
- Swim Suit
- Towels
- Belt
- Sleepwear
- Gloves/Mittens
- Flip-Flops
Toiletries/Personal Items
- Shaving Cream
- Razor
- Toilet Paper
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Deoderant
- Washcloth
- Brush
- Shampoo
- Medication
- Floss
- Menstrual Products
- First Aid Kit
- Lip Balm
- Insect Repellant
- Hand Wipes
- Cosmetics
- Mirror
- Sunglasses
Dog Checklist
- Dog Backpack
- Water Bowl
- Food Bowl
- Dog Food
- Hiking Water Bottle
- Dog GPS Tracker
- Collar Light
- Leash
- Harness
- Blanket
- Dog Shoes (Muttlucks)
- Vaseline
- Towel
- Paw Wax
- Treats
- Tick Remover
Camera Checklist
- Camera
- Camera Bag
- Tripod
- Extra Lenses
- Memory Chips
- Extra Batteries
- Lens Wipes
- Flash
Miscellaneous Items
- Family Radios
- Cards
- Dominoes
- Hammock
- Radio
- Binoculars
- Umbrella
- Bungi Cords
- Toys for Kids
- Alarm Clock
- ToolKit
- Reading Material
- AC/DC Converter
- Extension Cord
- Duct Tape
- Tent Light
- Glow Sticks
- Cornhole
- Horseshoes
- Pellet Gun/BB Gun
- Targets for BB/Pellet Gun
Backpacking Checklist
- Maps
- GPS Unit
- Spot Messenger Personal Locator Beacon
- Compass
- Multi-Tool
- Freeze Dried Food/Meals
- Iodine Tablets/Water Filter
- Water Bottles/Hydration Bladder
- Bivy
- Lightweight Clothing
- Pack Cover
- Stove
- Fuel for Stove
- Stuff Sack
- Sleeping Pad
- Sleeping Bag
- Trekking Poles
- Whistle
- Multifunction Watch with Altimeter
- Cooking Set
- Energy Bars
- Utensils
- Cups
- Paracord 50′
- Bear Spray
- Collapsible Sink
- Trail Mix
- Hiking Boots
- Water Boots
- Wool Socks
- Gaiters
- Hiking Pants
- Rain Jacket
- Underwear
- Toilet Paper
- Hand Sanitizer
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Insect Repellant
- Permits
- Journal
- Pen/Pencil
- Hat
- Jacket
- Phone
- Phone Charger/Cables
- Sunscreen
- First Aid Kit
Fishing/ Fly-Fishing Checklist
- Fishing License
- Fishing Poles
- Tackle Box
- Fishing Net
- Cooler
- Live Bait
- Maps
- Needle Nose Pliers
- 4″ Fish Knife
- Tape Measure
- Waders/Boots
- Float Tube
- Inflatable Boat
- Oars
- Fishing Vest
- Hat
- Fingerless Gloves
- Fly Fishing Reels
- Fly Boxes
- Polarized Sunglasses
- Fly Tying Materials
- Fly Tying Kit
- Rain Jacket
- Boat
- Leaders and Tippets
- Fly Floatant
- Forceps
- Hatch Guide
- Nippers
- Split Shots
- Wading Staff
