My Backpacking Packing List

(General)

Brianna Walston

Brianna Walston

Jasper & Banff National Parks, Canada

When creating guides about exploring the outdoors, I think it's really important to share information about how to prepare for exploring! I have consolidated my (general) backpacking list. Please make additional considerations depending on the season you go!

In addition to the packing guide below, I recommend using AllTrails to download the map ahead of going offline.

Essentials

Backpack

Sleeping Bag

Sleeping Pad

Tent/Bivvy

Jetboil

Water

Backpacking Meals

Headlamp

Water Bladder

Reactor Mid/Extreme Liner

Safety

Bear Spray

Bear Bag/Can

Bug Spray

Bug Head Net

Anti-Itch Cream

Sunscreen

SPF Chapstick

Garmin inReach 

Power Bank/Solar power bank

Water Purifying tabs (Aquatabs or Epic Water Filters water bottle)

First Aid Kit

Hot Hands

Personal

Underwear

Sports bras

Socks

Base layer

Mid Layer

Fleece

Down Jacket

Beanie

Hat

Boots

Camp Shoes

Waterproof/Water resistant pants

Chewable toothpaste tabs

Toothbrush

Body/face wipes

Face cleanser

Bed-time clothes

Rain Jacket 

Dog

Backpack

Dog Socks/boots

Poop Bags

Disposal Bag

Dog Food

Water

Light up Dog Collar (NiteIze is a great option)

Paw Balm

Snout Sunscreen

First Aid Kit

Harness 

OTHER

Camera

Camera Battery

SD Card

Peak Design Clip

Extra Batteries

SD Card Case

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