Backpacking Gear List
A list of gear for backpacking trips into the Appalachian Mountains.
I'm getting ready to do some backpacking in the Appalachian Mountains with my son and our dog. I've been working on a gear list to make sure we have everything we need for a successful trip. Here's what I've come up with so far:
Backpacking Gear List
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Shelter | REI Half Dome SL 3+ |
| Trowel for cathole | # NACETURE Ultralight Backpacking Trowel Aluminum Shovel Small Potty Multitool with Longer Handle Design Essential for Hiking, Camping and Survival Bags (Orange) |
| Water filter | Katahdin BeFree 1 Liter |
| Spork | # Snow Peak Titanium Spork,# TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spork with Polished Bowl |
| Knife/multitool | Leatherman tool |
| Compass | I have one somewhere... |
| Map | Need to get an Appalachian Trail in Virginia map |
| Portable charger | Anker 2nd Gen Astro E5 charger with 16000 mAh |
| Charging cable for phone | Need 1 USB 3.0 to lightning and 1 USB 3.0 to USB-C |
| Headlamp | Duracell Costco Headlamps |
| Phone | We already have one! |
| Hand sanitizer | Any will do. |
| Toothpaste | Bring chewable tablets |
| Toothbrush | Bring any |
| Mini Bic lighter | Need to buy one |
| Lint for helping to start fire | Get from the dryer trash |
| Foam ear plugs | Get from the garage |
| Baby wipes | Need to get some |
| Disposable plastic water bottles | Smart Water water bottles |
| Bandana | I've got several |
| Metal Pot for cooking | # TOAKS Titanium 900ml Pot with 115mm Diameter |
| Titanium cup | # TOAKS Titanium 450ml Cup |
| Hotlips | # Snow Peak Hot Lips |
| Stove | MSR Pocket Rocket |
| Fuel | MSR fuel can |
| Medkit | Already have one check the contents |
| Bear Can | # Backpacker's Cache - Bear Proof Container |
| Rain Poncho or Frog Togs rain jacket | # FROGG TOGGS Ultra-lite2 Waterproof, Breathable Rain Poncho |
| Pack liner (trash bag) | Hefty from the garage |
| Sleeping bag | # TETON Sports 20 Degree and 5 Degree Sleeping Bags; Lightweight, Warm Mummy Sleeping Bag, Camping, Backpacking, Hiking |
| Shamwow | # ShamWow Original Super Absorbent Multi-Purpose Cleaning Shammy Chamois Towel Cloth |
| Sit pad | # Foam Hiking Seat, Sit Pad, Sit Pads for Backpacking, Seat Cushion with Carabiner Clips, Carry Bag, Waterproof Foam Seat for Camping, Hiking, Outdoor, Orange |
| Extra pair of wool socks | |
| Backpack | Fjallraven Keb 52, Fjallraven Kjall 75 |
| Moisture-wicking hiking shirt | |
| Quick-dry hiking pants | |
| 1-2 pairs hiking socks | |
| Underwear | |
| Light fleece | |
| Hat for sun protection | |
| Optional: Light gloves | |
| Sturdy hiking boots | Russell Moccasins or Salomon boots, Keen shoes or boots for the kid |
| Camp shoes | Crocs, flip-flops or sandals, what is too heavy? |
| Lightweight, calorie-dense meals | Mountain House or similar, need to make sure there's enough food for two and to support more exercise. Also dog food and treats in the dog pack |
| Snacks | Nuts and dried fruit |
| Emergency whistle | Gotta find two |
| Trekking poles | Cascade Mountain |
| Sunscreen | Use a mineral-based one. |
| Insect repellent | Murphy's Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus |
| Biodegradable soap | Camp Suds - Sea To Summit Wash |
| Xylitol | bring a small container to keep teeth clean between brushings |
| Dog Bowls | Ordered a two-pack from Amazon |
| Leash | |
| Dog pack | Kurgo dog pack |
| Poop kit | Trowel, Bidet spray bottle cap, hand sanitizer, powdered hand soap |