RV Camping Checklist

The best RV camping checklist is custom made for your family and your trailer.

On this page, you'll find the list we use, tailored exactly to our trailer.

Modify our list to suit your RV and your family's needs.

With a complete list, it's easy to pack your RV at the beginning of the season.

Then every subsequent trip will be a breeze!

This page gives instructions for making your own personalized checklist.

Here we are with our trailer.

Why use a list?

Without a list, packing can be stressful.

Getting to the campground and discovering that you've forgotten an essential item is definitely stressful!

With a good list, packing is relaxing and your trip will be a success.

Portable Shower for Camping

This portable rechargeable camping shower set means you can shower anywhere!

Read more at Amazon here and find the best price!!

Portable Camping Shower

How to use an RV camping checklist

Use this list as a starting point

You may not need all the items on this list. Remove the ones that don't apply.

You'll definitely think of things you want that are not on the list. Add them.

Unless you have a trailer that is identical to ours, you'll need to change the headings to fit your RV's cupboards.

Be specific

List exactly what to put in the RV. Which cups? How many flashlights? How many camping chairs?

Organize your list by compartment

Give every cupboard, drawer and closet its own section on the list. That makes it easy to scan each section and see what is missing.

We have more gear than we have cupboards, so we also take along some plastic Rubbermaid tubs full of supplies. If you do, too, be sure to include them on your list.

Use your RV camping checklist at the beginning of the season

Follow the list as you pack the RV for your first trip. This will be a big job - but it makes the rest of the season so easy!

Use your list before each trip

Before each subsequent trip, take the list out to the RV.

Do a quick scan of each drawer, cupboard and closet. Many will already be completely packed.

Make a note of what is missing, and repack as needed.

Add to the list

On every trip, you'll discover something else that you wish you'd brought from home - but by the time you get home, you may have forgotten what it was!

erasable whiteboard

We hang an erasable note board in the trailer, on the inside of a closet door. Every time we think of something else to add to our RV camping checklist, we jot it on the note board.

At the end of the trip, we take the note board inside and add those items to the master RV camping checklist on our computer.

My RV Camping Checklist

Clothing cupboards

socks
underwear
T-shirts
long sleeved shirts
shorts
pants
pajamas
bathing suits

Coat closet

sweatshirts
jackets
fleeces
rainwear
warm coats
mittens
warm hats
slippers
sun hats
laminated note board

Linen closet

bath towels
beach towels
hand towels
washcloths
dishtowels, dishcloths
cleaning cloths
table cloth
laundry bag
beach blanket
oven mitts

Heat Resistant BBQ Gloves

This item is on our camping wish list! I'd love to replace my oven mitts with one or two of these!

You can find them on Amazon here!

Food cupboard

honey
maple syrup
sugar
salt, pepper
spices
hot chocolate, tea
oil
pancake mix
oatmeal
cereal

marshmallows
graham crackers
chocolate bars
oysters
canned fish
canned soup
crackers
peanut butter
jam
pasta, pasta sauce

These are the staples that I take on every trip. Once I have made a meal plan, I add other ingredients.

For lots of great camping food ideas, click here.

Camping Spice Pack

Here's a quick and easy way to pack some of the most widely used spices.

The above comes with a choice of 4 or 6 spices.

CLICK HERE TO ORDER!

Fridge and freezer

hot dogs
mustard
relish
ketchup

ice
cold packs
ice cube tray

Dishes cupboard

Camping Plates and Bowls

plates and bowls
cups
mugs
mixing bowl
containers for leftovers, with lids
butter container
teapot and tea cozy

measuring cups
paper towels
Thermos
stainless steel water bottles
bike bottles
cream jug
hot pad

collapsible bowl

This sturdy bowl is great for meals and collapses for easy storage.

CLICK HERE for the best price!

Pots cupboard

skillet
pots and lids
colander

baking dish
cookie sheet
mixing bowl

Collapsible colander

What a great idea: a colander that collapses flat. In an RV, you need to make good use of every square inch of storage space!

For more information CLICK HERE!

Cutlery drawer

knives, forks, spoons
serving spoons
wooden spoons
measuring spoons
metal flipper
grater
can opener
garlic press
potato masher
tablecloth clips

pot lifter
spatula
tongs
fish knife
bread knife
paring knives
steak knives
large knives
twist ties

Folding Potato Masher!

This sturdy potato masher works very well - and it folds flat for storage!

CLICK HERE TO ORDER!

Tool drawer

matches, lighters
flashlights
headlamps
pens and pencils
pencil sharpener
scissors
tape
pliers
screwdriver

camera and batteries
charger for camera
trailer level
volt meter
emergency whistle
lighter fluid
Ziploc bags
sewing kit
camping knife

Travel Sewing Kit

This handy sewing kit includes scissors, measuring tape, needles, pins, buttons, thread and more: everything you need for quick fixes!

Find the BEST PRICE HERE!

Under the sink

hand basins
garbage bags
dustpan and brush
newspaper (for fire starter)
aluminum foil
large cutting board

hand soap dispenser
dish soap
scrubbies
fly swatter
coffee pot
dishpan

Stove Topper to Increase Counter Space

Ideal Stove Topper for an RV

This bamboo stove-top cutting board gives you extra counter space!

Increase your kitchen's workspace while protecting your stove from crumbs and spills. Perfect for your RV travels! It also comes in different sizes.

Further details and the best price on Amazon can be FOUND HERE.

Cupboard behind table bench

pad of paper
maps

instruction manuals
battery discharge chart

Storage compartment under the rear bed

small cooler
daypack

toaster

In the top bunk

sleeping bags
sheets

pillows
blankets

Games cupboard

games
toys

art and craft supplies
books

These are some of our favorite board games to play while camping.

Something for a rainy day!

Great Art Set!

Here's just the thing for a rainy day: a handy case stuffed with crayons, washable markers, colored pencils and paper!

Check out the great price of this ART SET HERE on Amazon!

Shoes cabinet

beach shoes
running shoes

sandals
rubber boots

Bathroom cabinet

toilet paper
soap
cleaning supplies
laundry soap
insect repellent
lip balm

sunscreen, aloe gel
individual bathroom kits
first aid kit
Kleenex
shampoo
hand cream

Here's a great camping first aid kit. It has the things you'll need to deal with most minor emergencies. We feel this is essential for any camping adventure!

For further details on the contents and best price CLICK HERE.

Recreational gear compartment

hammock
hammock chair
hanging straps
awning pull down hook
bicycle tire pump
bike tools
bike lock
balls and outdoor toys

baseball gear
soccer gear
box of chalk
bike helmets, bike gloves
large tent pegs
swim noodles, swim toys
pump for inflatable toys
pails, shovels, toy trucks

Tools compartment

Coleman stove
fuel and funnel
hamburger cooker
marshmallow sticks
axe, hatchet
drinking water hoses
pressure reducer
water spout to fill tank

equalizer hitch handle
grease for hitch
trailer leveler handle
rope
outdoor carpet
wasp traps
duct tape
12 gauge extension cord

Marshmallow Roasting Sticks

Briout Marshmallow Roasting Sticks

These Marshmallow Roasting Sticks are great!

KIDS-SAFE LENGTH: The longest length of this roasting stick is 45” which helps keep you and your kids at a safe distance from the fire.

They get great reviews on Amazon - READ MORE AND ORDER HERE.

RV accessories compartment

wheel chocks
wood blocks
toilet additive

drain hoses
drain hose connectors
rubber gloves

"Camping Supplies" tub

candle lanterns
extra candles
bear spray
safety glasses

tarp clips
awning lantern hooks
clothesline
clothespins

"Repair and Maintenance" tub

bike tire repair can
hitch supplies
spare parts

glue
old toothbrush

In the back of the vehicle

folding camping chairs
inflatable boat
paddles
bikes
screen tent

water jug
barbeque
small propane tank
rolling sewage tank
portable fridge

Portable Waste Transporter

Staying for a while in a site with no hookups? This handy portable tank will let you empty your grey or black water tanks without having to move your RV.

The Waste Transporter above is the BEST SELLER on Amazon for 2025.