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What to Pack for Family Camping Fun

Written by Derek Cunningham | March 20, 2018

Camping is an amazing way for families to enjoy bonding time. You will be outdoors in a beautiful location, and your kids will love the opportunity to be active and free-spirited.

If you are planning a camping trip, make sure you pack for maximum outdoor fun!

For all activities

  • Sunscreen
  • Bug spray
  • Water
  • Hats
  • Camera
  • Water bottles
  • First aid kit

For the campground

  • Picnic basket
  • Blankets
  • Tarps
  • Sports equipment
  • Cornhole
  • Deck of cards
  • Frisbee
  • Flashlights (for flashlight tag!)
  • Construction paper and crayons for scrapbooking
  • Bikes

For the campfire

  • Firewood
  • Fire starters
  • Newspaper
  • Cooking pans and utensils
  • S’mores ingredients
  • Guitar
  • Warm clothes for the night

For the beach

  • Beach buckets and shovels
  • Bathing suits
  • Sandals
  • Floating tubes
  • Towels
  • Fishing pole

For hiking

  • Binoculars
  • Backpack
  • Reference books for flora and fauna species
  • Hiking boots
  • Map
  • Trail mix

Want more packing suggestions? Download our free RV Adventure Checklist to make sure you are stocked up for your next trip!