Packing Guides
What to pack for each park?
Below is our packing guides of trip essentials, but don’t forget to think about the time of year and terrain we will be on. You can visit any park page to learn more about the specific park, and our Previous Trips page has lots of the parks! Even more images and information can be found on our social media. Don’t follow us? See how to on our Get Connected page.
How to Pack Trip Essentials
Water + reusable bottle
Food (including snacks)
Identification
Travel documents
Cash + debit/credit cards
Annual national parks pass
Cooler for food storage
Reusable cutlery/utensils
Reusable plates/cups
Day bag/fanny pack
Comfortable shoes
Insulated jacket
Rain jacket
Camera + batteries
Phone + phone charger
Sun hat
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Mosquito repellent
First aid kit
Park map
How to Pack for Hiking
Hiking shoes
Merino wool socks
Hiking pants or shorts
Quick-dry hiking top
Hiking backpack
Trekking poles
Insulated jacket
Rain jacket
Navigation (map, compass)
Headlamp
Drink bottle
Sun hat
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Mosquito repellent
First aid kit
How to Pack for Camping
Light source
Drink bottle + water storage
Tent, if sleeping outside
Sleeping pad
Sleeping bag
Camp pillow
Camp stove + propane
Firewood + fire starter
Camp plates, bowls, cups, mugs
Camp cutlery / utensils
Coffee making kit
Cooler + food storage containers
Biodegradable soap
Small camp towel
Camp table
Camp chairs
Charging device
First aid kit
Body/face towel
Toiletries
A Little Note:
Our packing guides are just a good start to consider when packing for a trip but may not be fully comprehensive. Please consider your own needs, such as medicines or other medically necessary items, the time of year, and terrain of the park. Practice safe hiking measures, as always.