The Ultimate Camping Checklist

1. Camping is a great way to unwind, disconnect from the daily hustle and bustle of life, and connect with nature! That said, camping requires proper planning and preparation. If you’re new to camping and are just getting started, it might seem daunting, camping gears and essentials, camping food, camping cookware, etc. The best way to deal with this is to get everyone involved and make it fun, and the rest, I have you covered! Your camping checklist will significantly vary depending on the type of camping, so I wanted to cover different kinds of camping, which will give you a better idea about must-carry camping equipment.

2. Types of Camping Campground Camping This is one of the most popular kinds of camping, where typically you reserve a campsite in a National Park or State Park; you still carry your camping gear, including your tent and other equipment but will most likely have access to some basic amenities like bathrooms, barbecue pits, power outlets, etc. Glamping The word Glamping is a combination of two words, “glam” short-form for “glamorous,” and camping. You got it, it’s camping in a luxury setup! You still sleep in a tent, under the sky but in a pre-built, luxury, and well-attended campsite. This greatly reduces the camping gear you need to carry with you, but these Glamping sites are limited, and you need to make reservations in advance. R V Camping Recreational Vehicle (RV) camping, this is when you either drive or tow a recreational vehicle. Most RVs come equipped with a bed, stove, small bathroom units, etc. This greatly reduces the amount of camping equipment you would need to carry with you. The only couple of RV camping downsides are (1) it’s expensive to rent or buy, and (2) there are limited campsites for RVs. Car/Van Camping This is viable for solo and couple campers; basically, you seep inside your car, an SUV, or a small van is preferable as it has plenty of space to hold your camping gear and still room for you to sleep. This reduces the need for carrying tents, sleeping pads, etc. but you would need to make sure you get the required permits, follow the local rules, and are not trespassing. Car Rooftop Camping Quite similar to Car/Van camping, but in this case, the tent mounted on the roof of your car/van. Generally, these tents are fixed on the rooftop of your car, can be easily popped up and folded, has a ladder attached, has a built-in sleeping pad, and can sleep a family of four. This hugely reduces the effort and time spent setting up and disassembling tents, but you would still need to obtain the required permits and follow the local rules and guidelines. Backpacking/Backcountry Camping This typically means that you’re camping in a much remote area, away from developed areas and campsites. This sounds much more fun, but you need to carry all your camping gear in a backpack, need to pack everything you need to be safe and comfortable, and at the same time, it has to be light and durable. To see the full Camping Packing List, please visit our site.