This is meant to be a comprehensive list. You will not need all these items.
Comprehensive SUP Camping Gear List
Paddle Board
- Paddle
- Extra Paddle
- Hand Pump (if inflatable)
- Fins (with pins & tool)
- Extra Fin
- Repair Kit (if inflatable)
- Bowline/Nylon Rope
- Straps or bungees
- PFD (jacket, vest, inflatable belt)
- Board Leash
- Deck Light
Dry Bags
- 55L main dry bag with shoulder straps
- 70L duffle style main bag
- Then smaller bags to organize:
- 30L dry bag(s)
- 20L dry bags
- 10L dry bags
- Waterproof Fanny Pack
Shelter & Sleeping System
- Tent (with stakes, guylines)
- or Tarp
- Bivy Sack
- Sleeping bag (with stuff sack)
- Sleeping bag liner
- Hammock
- Sleeping pad
- Pillow
Clothing (no cotton)
- Shorts (quick dry)
- Tee Shirt (wicking)
- Water Sandals or Water Shoes
- Underwear (wicking)
- Long Sleeve Pants (quick dry)
- Long Sleeve Shirt (quick dry)
- Fleece Jacket
- Midweight Zippered Top
- Base Layer Midweight Top
- Base Layer Midweight Bottoms
- Lightweight Hiking Shoes
- Hat (hats)
- Full Wetsuit
- Neoprene Jacket and pants
- Neoprene booties
- Paddling Spray Top
- Paddling Pants
- Lightweight Baklava
- Rain Jacket/Windblocker
- Socks (synthetic)
- Fleece pants
- Puffer Jacket
- Neoprene gloves
- Polarized Sunglasses with floats
Kitchen
- Water Filter
- Water Bottles
- Cook Stove
- Stove Repair Kit
- Fuel
- Spork/Spoon
- Cooking Pots
- Cup
- Food/Meals/Snacks
- Lighter
- Fire Starter
- Lightweight Campfire Grill
- Swiss Army Knife
- Fishing Gear & License
- Small Quick-Dry Towel
- Biodegradable Soap
- Bear Canister or Food Hang-Bag
Navigation & Emergency
- Waterproof Map
- Compass
- NOAA Weather Radio
- VHF Marine 2-Way Radio
- GPS Device
- Personal Locator Beacon
- Garmin InReach Communicator
- First Aid Kit
- Fire Starter
- Mylar Emergency Blanket
- Waterproof Matches
- Two itineraries: 1 left with friend + 1 under car seat
- Safety Whistle
- Signal Mirror
- Marine Flares
Personal/Hygiene Items
- Hand sanitizer
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Sanitation trowel
- Toilet paper/wipes and seal-able bag
- Menstrual products
- Prescription Medications
- Vitamins
- Prescription glasses
- Sunscreen
- SPF-rated lip balm
- Insect repellent
- Urinary products
- Blister treatment supplies
- Bug Head Net
- Quick Dry Towel
- Quick Dry Washcloth
Miscellaneous
- Head Lamp
- Swim Fins
- Snorkel Mask
- Knife or Multi-Tool
- Duct Tape
- Bear Spray
- Stove Repair Kit
- Nylon Rope
- Extra Batteries
- Lightweight saw/hatchet
- Camera/GoPro Equipments (extra memory cards)
- Field guide(s)
- Reading paperback
- Star chart/night-sky identifier
- Small Tent Lantern
- Outdoor journal with pen/pencil
- Cards
- Binoculars
- Permits
- Car keys
- Cell phone
- ID
- Credit Card/Cash
…and never forget the coffee
Dig Deeper:
Read: SUP Camping Survival Gear
Read: SUP Camping Tips
Read: Planning an Overnight SUP Trip
Read: Packing Gear on a Paddle Board
Video: Backcounty SUP Camping Trip
