Below is the packing list we use to prepare for RV trips. Since our trips take us to warm and cool climates, we pack for both. Most of our meals are Instant Pot freezer meals which I prep ahead of time.
RV Items:
- National park pass (Obtain at first park visit)
- Surge protector
- Electrical adapters
- Toilet chemicals
- Sewer kit- sewer hose ramp
- RV-friendly toilet paper
- Water pressure regulator
- Drinking water hose
- Leveling blocks
- Tire pressure gauge
- Extension chords
- Wheel chocks
- Shovel
- Electrical and duct tape
- Extra cotter pins
- Extra motor oil
- Extra transmission fluid
- Flashlight
- Scissors
- Battery jumper cables
- Emergency road kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Fuses
- Saw or hatchet
- Yoga mat
- Free weights
- Towels
- Sheets and blankets
- Pillows
- Cooler
Kitchen and Cooking Supplies:
- Water bottles
- Cutting board (Our sink lid converts into a cutting board.)
- Utensils
- cutting knives
- Can opener
- Instant pot
- Kitchen scissors
- Tongs and skewers
- Dish soap
- Laundry soap/softener
- Camping griddle and pie iron
- Bowls, plates and cups
- Coffee pot
- Coffee
- Toaster
- Paper towels
- Garbage bags
- Plastic wrap
- Re-usable Zip close bags
- Potholders
- Dish towels
- Pots & pans
- Disinfecting wipes
- Matches and lighter
- Food storage container(s)
Food Staples:
- Batter mixes
- Butter or margarine
- Cereal/Oatmeal
- Condiments, including mayo, ketchup, mustard, relish, etc.
- Eggs
- S’more ingredients
- Freeze dried meals
- Salt, pepper, herbs and spices
- Bread
- Baking items, including flour, cornstarch, sugar, etc.
- Canned foods
- Peanut butter and jelly
- Snacks, including crackers, chips, pretzels, etc.
- Cooking spray or oil
- Soups
Clothing Items:
- Hat (sun & cold weather)
- Rain gear
- Shoes, including sneakers, hiking boots, sandals, etc.
- Bathing suit
- Sweatshirts and jackets
- Socks
- Underwear
- Pants and shorts
- Short and long sleeve t-shirts
- Clothes hangers
Personal Items and Toiletries:
- Phone chargers
- Laptop/iPad
- Cash and credit cards
- Reservation confirmations
- First-aid kit
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Batteries
- Watch
- Medications and prescriptions
- Glasses or contact lenses
- Sunglasses
- Travel map and campground directory
- Sewing kit
- Soap
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Brush and comb
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Floss
- Deodorant
- Hair ties
- Lotion
- Makeup
- Razor
- Shaving gel
- Nail clippers
Camping and Fun Gear:
- Camping chairs
- Hammock & hammock straps
- Binoculars
- eBooks and magazines
- Playing cards
- Puzzles
- Headphones
- Notepad or journal