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Ultimate RV Camper’s Travel Checklist

By March 1, 2019 No Comments

Every experienced vacationer has a packing list. Why? Because, as we all know, it’s pretty much impossible to remember everything you need to bring. We all hate those facepalm moments once we realize that really important thing that we need right now is miles away, left on the kitchen counter or tucked away (totally forgotten). Therefore here is the ultimate list of RV camping supplies!

Note:

Your RV dealer may provide some of the items listed below, so check in with them upon reservation. If not, visit a nearby store to stock up before you hit the road!

 

Clothing

The number of individual items you bring should be determined on 1) how many days you’ll be vacationing, and 2) whether or not you do some laundry. Calculate and write down how many articles of clothing you need for each checklist item:

  • ___ Short sleeve shirts
  • ___ Long sleeve shirts
  • ___ Sweaters
  • ___ Shorts & skirts
  • ___ Pants
  • ___ Undies (don’t forget extras!)
  • ___ Socks (don’t forget extras!)
  • ___ Bras
  • PJs
  • Swimsuit
  • Jacket
  • Coat
  • Rain Jacket
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Bandana
  • Shoes
  • Sneakers
  • Sandals
  • Boots
  • Slippers

 

Toiletries & Such

  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Hairbrush/comb
  • Hair ties
  • Razor
  • Nail clippers
  • Deoderant
  • Lip balm
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug spray
  • Lotion
  • Painkiller
  • Allergy medicine
  • Medications
  • Bandaids
  • First-aid kit
  • Shampoo/conditioner
  • Soap
  • Feminine hygiene
  • Diapers
  • Wipes
  • Toilet paper

 

Personal Items

  • Cell Phone
  • Charger
  • Camera
  • Batteries
  • Headphones
  • Watch
  • Cash/credit cards/wallet
  • ID card

 

 

Cooking & Kitchen

  • Water bottles
  • Cooler
  • Utensils
  • Knives
  • Plates, bowls, cups, mugs
  • Skillet/pots/pans
  • Flipper/spatula
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Collander
  • Can opener
  • Corkscrew/bottle opener
  • Lighter/matches
  • Plastic bags
  • Garbage bags
  • Dish soap (biodegradable if possible)
  • Scrubber/sponge
  • Aluminum foil
  • Towels/napkins
  • Storage containers
  • Charcoal/propane

 

Food

  • Cooking oil
  • Condiments
  • Salt/pepper/spices
  • Sweetener/sugar

 

Camping Gear

  • Flashlight/headlamp
  • Sleeping bags/blankets
  • Pillows
  • Camp chairs
  • Picnic blanket

 

Travel

  • Maps
  • GPS/compass
  • Walkie Talkies

 

RV Essentials

  • Insurance papers
  • Rental papers
  • Extension cords
  • Electrical adapters
  • Electrical & duct tape
  • Jumper cables
  • Hose kits
  • Tank cleaner
  • Wheel blocks
  • Tire pressure gauge
  • Disposable gloves
  • Rope
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Pen & paper

 

Fun Stuff

  • Beach towels
  • Beach & water toys
  • Sports equipment (volleyball, baseball, soccer ball, racquets)
  • Yard games (corn hole, hacky sack, slack line, frisbee)
  • Fishing gear
  • Hammock
  • Bikes
  • Marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers
  • Roasting sticks
  • Books
  • Playing Cards
  • Musical instruments
  • Binoculars
  • Firewood