Camping Gear

What goes in the truck before a camping trip — organized by category.

Shelter, Sleep & Sitting

  • Tent — 8 person — broken as of June 2026
  • Tent — 2 person
  • Sleeping cot x 2
  • Sleeping air mattress — Queen size x 2
  • Sleeping mattress — Single x 1
  • Tarp x 1
  • Hammock x 1
  • Camping chairs x 3

Cooking & Food

  • Camp stove — single burner — Takes 8 oz cans of propane/butane (to confirm)
  • Jet Boil knock-off (two pots) — Takes 8 oz propane/isobutane link
  • Cooler — 48 qt (tbc) x 1
  • Dish soap and sponge
  • Lighter and waterproof matches
  • Pot and pan — 2 cast iron (from kitchen)
  • Utensils
  • Plates, bowls, mugs
  • Sharp knife and cutting board — 1 large plastic
  • Trash bags
  • Food storage (bear canister if needed)
  • Water bottles
  • Water filter or purification tablets

Lighting & Navigation

  • Headlamp — one battery operated, one USB-C, one USB-A x 3
  • Lantern x 2
  • Portable charger 20000 mAh — does not include USB-C x 1

Tools & Safety

  • Bear spray — one is likely expired x 2
  • Axe or hatchet — full size + mid size x 2
  • Duct tape — in Elantra
  • Paracord — in Elantra
  • First-aid kit — in Elantra
  • Multi-tool or pocket knife
  • Insect repellent
  • Sunscreen
  • Fire starter

Clothing

  • Moisture-wicking base layers
  • Insulating mid-layer — fleece or puffy
  • Waterproof rain jacket and pants
  • Hiking pants and shorts
  • T-shirts
  • Warm hat and sun hat
  • Gloves
  • Wool socks — extra pairs
  • Sturdy hiking boots
  • Camp shoes or sandals

Hygiene

  • Toilet paper
  • Trowel
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Biodegradable soap
  • Towel
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Wet wipes

Extras

  • Playing cards or books