Packing lists organized by category
Shelter, kitchen, bedding, safety, and more: every item lives in a category so nothing hides at the bottom of a long list. Collapse what's done and focus on what's left.
Free smart camping checklist
Never forget the tent stakes again.
Camper's Checklist is a smart camping packing list that adapts to your trip: pick your camp style and dates, get gear suggestions that fit, and share the list with everyone going. Plan it once, pack it right, every trip.
No credit card required · Works on any device
Everything you need to pack for camping
Built for real trips: from a weekend at the state park to a week off-grid.
Gear suggestions that fit your trip
Tell us your camp style (car camping, backcountry, RV, overlanding, boondocking, or hunt camp) and your dates, and suggested gear floats to the top of your list automatically.
A workflow, not just a list
Work through your trip in steps: pack your gear (flag consumables to fast-track them to your buy list), knock out pre-trip tasks, and buy last-minute items right before you leave. Reorder the steps to match how you prep.
Share with everyone going
Invite your crew with a link, assign items to people, and filter the list by person. Admin and member roles keep the list organized when the whole crew pitches in.
Every trip, remembered
Keep a separate checklist per trip with its own dates, campground, and photo background. Reuse a past trip's list as the starting point for the next one, so there's no rebuilding from scratch.
Kits for quick check-offs
Group gear into kits (the sleeping kit, the camp gear bag, the kids' bag) and check off a whole kit in one tap when it's loaded in the truck.
How it works
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Create your trip
Name your trip, pick your camp style, and add dates and a campground when you have them.
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Build your list
Start from smart suggestions for your camp conditions, reuse a past trip's checklist, or add your own gear.
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Invite your crew
Share a link so your crew can see the list, claim items, and check things off together.
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Pack and go
Work through pack, pre-trip, and buy steps. When everything's checked, you're ready to roll.
Frequently asked questions
Is Camper's Checklist free?
Yes. Creating an account, building trip checklists, getting gear suggestions, and sharing lists with your group are all free.
What should I pack for a camping trip?
It depends on your camp style: car camping, backcountry, RV, overlanding, boondocking, or hunt camp all need different gear. Camper's Checklist suggests the right items for your trip type and dates, covering shelter, kitchen, bedding, clothing, safety, tools, and more, so you start from a solid list instead of a blank page.
Can I share my camping checklist with my crew?
Yes. Invite anyone with a link, assign items to specific people, and filter the list by person. Everyone sees live progress, so you never double-pack or leave the lantern behind because everyone thought someone else had it.
Can I reuse my checklist for the next trip?
Yes. Each trip keeps its own checklist, and when you create a new trip you can copy a past trip's items as your starting point, with everything unchecked and ready to pack again.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. Camper's Checklist runs in any modern browser and is designed for phones, tablets, and desktops. Check items off at home while packing or at the trailhead.
From the campfire
All posts →Trip write-ups, campground reviews, and gear we've actually used.
- Camping & Campground ReviewsAlexander Springs Campground: Ocala National Forest's Snorkeler's ParadiseA comprehensive guide and review of Alexander Springs Campground — 72°F water clear enough to read a gauge by, limestone caves at the spring head, and the only spot in Ocala National Forest where scuba diving is allowed.
- Gear ReviewsWhat to Pack for a Backcountry Trip: The Complete ChecklistA practical backcountry camping checklist covering the Ten Essentials, shelter, water treatment, and food storage for your next backpacking trip.
- Camping StoriesBurabay: Glamping in Kazakhstan's Oasis in the SteppeA camping story from Burabay National Park (Borovoe) in northern Kazakhstan — pine forests and granite peaks rising out of the steppe, a family history with the place, and a few nights glamping at a lakeside yacht club.
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