Hiking Gear List

Hiking Gear List

Before heading out for a day of hiking, it's always best to consult a good hiking gear list so that you know you aren't forgetting anything that you are going to end up needing.

After all, there's nothing worse than stopping for lunch and realizing that you've forgotten your sweater, or even worse, your lunch.

If you are doing a day hike you probably wont need everything on this list, but if you are heading out for a night or two then you will probably end up needing more of what's on this hiking gear list.

So take what you need from this hiking gear list and enjoy your time hiking.

Hiking Gear List Template

A comprehensive hiking gear list to ensure that you don't forget anything important.

Sleeping

• Tent
• Tent Pegs
• Ground Tarp
• Bivy Bag
• Sleeping Bag
• Pillow
• Sleeping Pad

Feet

• Boots / Shoes
• Socks
• Gaiters

Clothes

• Shirt
• Shorts / Pants
• Insulating Layers
• Gloves
• Hat
• Toque
• Extra Underwear
• Extra Socks
• Rain Jacket
• Rain Mitts
• Rain Pants
• Windbreaker

Carrying

• Backpack
• Pack Liner

Water

• Water Bottle
• Water Filter

Food

• Food
• Stove
• Cooking Pot
• Fuel Source
• Matches / Lighter
• Newspaper / Cotton / Lint
• Eating Utensil
• Plate

Technology

• Headlamp
• Watch
• Compass
• GPS
• Camera
• Personal Locator Beacon
• Multi-Tool
• Pen and Paper
• Maps

Sun and Animals

• Bear Canister
• Bear Spray
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Lip Balm
• Bug Spray
• Bug Screen
• Fishing Gear

Hygiene

• Toilet Paper
• Camping Soap
• Toothpaste / Toothbrush
• Pocket Shower
• Towel

Misc

• Camping Knife
• Trekking Poles
• First Aid Kit
• Candle
• Cord / Rope
• Duct Tape