Backcountry Gear Checklist
August 28, 2009 posted by All Mountain Sports Staff
Filed under Backpacking Tips
Backcountry Gear Checklist from All Mountain Sports
This list is a fairly complete list of everything you could possibly need for a safe and successful backpacking trip.
Essentials for Every Trip.
- Compass
- Stocked First Aid Kit
- Ample Clothing for all Weather
- Sunglasses
- Extra Food Pocket
- Knife or Survival Tool
- Flashlight
- Local Maps
- Emergency Space Blanket
- 50 feet or Rope or Cord
- Waterproof Matches & Candles
- Blister Prevention & Care Kit
Additional Gear for Day Trips
- Backpack or Waist Pack
- Sunscreen
- Insect Repellent
- Light Weight Shorts
- Water Bottle(s) 1 qt. minimum!
- Zip Loc® Bags to protect valuables
- Toilet Paper
- Camera & Film
- Trash Bag
- Duct Tape
Overnight Gear (in addition to previously listed gear)
- Tent
- Sleeping Pad
- Sleeping Bag & Stuff Sac
- Cook Set
- Stove and Fuel
- Long Underwear
- Water Purification System
- Ditty Bags for hanging food
- Extra Batteries & Bulb
- Biodegradable Camp Soap
- Utensils
- Repair Kits for tent, jacket, pack, sleeping bag, etc.
- Pack Cover
- Personal Toiletries
- Tarp or Ground Cover
- Extra Fuel
Extra Comforts (makes your pack heavier, but SO MUCH BETTER!)
- Sandals
- Book
- Headlamp
- Coffee Pot
- Notebook & Pencil
- Camping Pillow
- Binoculars
- Gatorade, Coffee, Hot Cocoa Mixes
- Candle Lantern (Highly Suggested)
- 2 Way Radio
- Camp Chair
- Cribbage Board
Clothing Suggestions
- Hiking Boots
- Waterproof Jacket
- Long Pants – we suggest a fast drying fabric, avoid cotton and denim!
- Fleece Jacket or Wool Sweater
- Warm Hat
- Waterproof Pants
- Long Sleeve Shirt
- Light Weight Hiking Shorts
- Baseball Cap
- Short Sleeve Shirt
- Socks – we suggest wool, polypro or wool blends. Do not use cotton!
- Camp Shoes or Sandals
- Light gloves or mittens
- Bandana
This list is designed as a reference for trips in Colorado (or similar areas) during the summer months. Needs will vary depending on climate, weather, topography, altitude, season, difficulty of trip, health or special needs of individuals. The most important item to bring is common sense. Please research area thoroughly before departing on any trip.
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