Kit List for Backpacking - LD Mountain Centre

Back Packing Kit List | LD Mountain Centre

If you're planning a walking trip with one or more overnight camps you may want to take a look at our kit list. Have a read through the equipment listed below or else download our printable Kit List

Essentials:

Backpacking Rucksack 45 - 55 Litre (Depending on how packable your equipment is)
Water Bottle - Consider having at least a litre a day and extra for the evening if not near a water source
High Energy food for walking and evening meals that are easy to cook and offer plenty of calories for their weight.
Safety Whistle
Survival Bag or foil Emergency blanket
Mobile Phone
Waterproof Dry Bag or tough plastic bag.
First Aid Kit (Among Group)
OS map of walk and surrounding area
Map Case
Navigation compass with baseplate and orientating lines.

Camping Equipment:

Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Bag Liner (for additional warmth and hygiene)
Roll Matt or Thermarest
Tent or Bivi Bag
Camping Stove and fuel
Matches/Lighter
Camping Pans
Bowl/Plate
Cutlery
Thermal Mug
Head Torch and Spare Batteries
Wash-kit
Cathole Trowel - if wild camping
Toilet paper/tissues
Waste-bag

Optional Extras:

Spare pair of socks
Spare boot laces
Group Shelter
Sit Mat
Hydration Bladder
Sunglasses
Camera
Watch
Duct tape
Water Treatment Tablets

This list should cover the basics, with some versatility as a contingency. If you are doing anything out of the norm it would be sensible to seek professional specialist advice.