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Backpacking Packing List
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items Here's everything I take with me on a backpacking trip! From sleeping bags and pads to my favorite gear, snacks, and clothing, don't forget these items when you head out on your next trek!
Sections
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Camp Kitchen
Sleeping System
Clothing
Snacks
Gear
Miscellaneous
Camp Kitchen
My go-to stove for every adventure–camping, backpacking, snowboarding, surfing, you name it. It packs down super tiny and it's light too! The kit also comes with a pot and handle. Win, win.
Backpacking & Camping Stove Kits - MSR
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Easily the best freeze-dried meal I've ever had. Not necessary for car camping, but great for backpacking! Lightweight and delicious. Plus, you can pour water right into the pouch to rehydrate and don't have to get your pots, pans, or plates dirty!
Lasagna with Meat Sauce - Pouch - Mountain House
Don't forget utensils! Get yourself a nice double-duty camp spork so you're ready for any meal.
Camping Spork
Don't forget your fuel! Can't have a hot meal (or morning coffee) without it!
IsoPro™ Fuel | All-condition Canister Stove Fuel - MSR
I will not go a day without my coffee, backcountry or not. These instant vanilla latte packets cure that craving and taste pretty good too!
Starbucks VIA Vanilla Latte Instant Coffee Packets ...
Bring a little lighter to ignite your camp stove or fire.
Lighter
Sleeping System
Lightweight, down + feather fill, and warm down to 0ºF, this is an awesome sleeping bag for car camping and backpacking!
Bishop Pass™ 0F/-18C - Mountain Hardwear
Love how comfortable and super lightweight this sleeping pad is. It packs down small and lets me sleep on my stomach or side too!
Insulated Static V Lite - Klymit
The best camping and backpacking tent out there in my opinion! I use this on every adventure.
Hubba Hubba™ 2-Person Backpacking Tent - MSR
Clothing
LOVE love love this pullover. It's super toasty, packs down incredible small, is water resistant, and looks cute too. I bring this on every adventure!
Women's Pinion Down Pullover - Stio
In love with these leggings! They're so comfortable, durable, and have pockets. Great for every outdoor adventure.
Essent High-Rise Legging 28" Women's - Arc'teryx
I wear this baby everywhere. It's Goretex and relatively affordable, and it kept me dry throughout so many Pacific Northwest downpours! And the color is cute too!
GORE-TEX Women's Rain Jackets | REI Co-op
Smartwool is easily my favorite wool sock brand! They're moisture-wicking, odor resistant, and comfortable! Perfect for every outdoor adventure, and cozying up on the couch at home too.
Smartwool® - Merino Wool Outdoor Clothing, Socks ...
The perfect base layer for layering or wearing by itself. It uses hi-tech heating and moisture wicking technology, and it's half-zip in case you need to cool down a little.
Women's Bliss Ascent™ Half Zip Shirt
My current beanie obsession: It's a little heavier, sits light on your head (I have a big head and beanies always fit me too snug. Not this one!) and goes with everything. I can wear it with any bright color!
City Trek™ Heavyweight Beanie
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Bring a pair of slip-on sandals to wear around camp! I love these because I can wear them with socks too!
LM Women's Adjustable EVA Double Buckle Sandals
My all-time favorite hiking boots!! I wear these on every adventure. They had zero break-in time, are extremely comfortable, lightweight, and waterproof with great traction. Highly recommend.
Danner Mountain 600s
Snacks
My go-to backpacking snack for motivation and a little sugar rush
SOUR PATCH Watermelon Soft & Chewy Candy
Delicious, packable, and protein-packed hiking snack that you can break into smaller pieces and stash in your help belt of your pack!
Pepperoni Stick
Chocolate, peanut protein, and sugar. What else do you need in a backpacking snack?
M&M'S Peanut Milk Chocolate Candy 10.7 Oz Bag ...
Gear
SUPER lightweight, and keeps my booty happy on those dirty or rocky surfaces while camping! I put off getting a chair for so long, and after purchasing this, I'm never going back.
REI Co-op Flexlite Camp Chair
Some type of knife is a must when adventuring outdoors. Spice it up a little bit and pack more in with a multi tool. Having a rope cutter and scissors pays off too!
Amazon.com: Multitools
My FAVE sunscreen–natural, non-oily, and it smells good too.
Kinfield Daily Dew SPF 35
I never leave home without this! It's a satellite communicator that allows you to check in or call for help at the click of a button, even if you don't have cell service or your phone is dead.
ZOLEO Satellite Communicator
Don't forget a handy dandy first aid kit! Something small and light, but packed with all the necessary things to treat surface level wounds in the backcountry. Stuff happens. Be prepared!
Amazon.com: First Aid Kit - 100 Piece
Navigation is so important on the trail. Use it offline by getting Pro! Here's 30% off!
AllTrails | Get 30% Off Pro!
I love my Black Diamond headlamp! I bring it on every outdoor adventure.
Hiking Headlamp - Black Diamond® Equipment
For fixing random things! You'd be surprised what you may end up using it for. Fixing tent tears, making a rope, taping containers shut, fixing a chair, etc.
Duct Tape
Another safety item! Always bring paracord. You may need to tie up a side of a tent, fasten something to your car, need a clothesline, etc.!
Paracord
Miscellaneous
Useful for all animals (and people).
Bear Spray