Sample Gear List
“There is no such thing as bad weather….only the wrong clothes.” -Scottish proverb
Please note: This list is merely a suggestion and required gear should reflect the conditions and terrain of the trip. Winter camping can be inherently dangerous and should only be attempted by the most experienced of campers. WinterCampers.com takes no responsibility for the chill that you might develop during the night.
Shelter
- Tent
- Poles
- Stakes
- Ground Cloth
- Tent stove (optional)
Sleeping
- Sleeping bag(s)
- Ground cloth
- Pillow stuff sack
- Compression bag
- Thermarest
Cooking
- Stove and fuel
- Cook pot
- Pot grabber
- Bowl
- Spork
- Lighter or Matches
- Foil Windscreen
- Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks)
- Water Bottles and jackets
- Paper Towel
- Insulated Mug
Clothing
- Shell
- Insulated coat
- Fleece
- Hat
- Fleece gloves
- Mittens
- Extra socks
- Gators
- Fleece lined pants
- Wicking shirts
- Long johns
- Hiking boots
Miscellaneous
- Knife
- Bear bag and rope
- Water purifier
- Saw
- Axe
- Camera
- Zip lock bags
- First Aid Kit
- Parachute cord
- Trekking poles
- Headlamp
- Fire starter
- Snowshoes
- Down booties
- Map and Compass
- Sunscreen
REI has posted a list for snow camping with recommendations for the 10 Essentials, Clothing, Outerwear, Footwear, Camping Gear, Personal Items, and Other.