Camping Checklist Template

Never get to the campsite without the tent stakes again. This camping checklist gives you a ready-made packing list of 60+ essentials in 9 categories, lets you assign who packs what and shows how much is packed — overall and by category.

Who this template is for

• Families going tent camping
• First-time campers
• RV and car campers

Features

• 60+ items ready to use in 9 color-coded categories: shelter, sleeping, kitchen, food, clothing, tools & light, safety & health, personal and fun.
• Packed checkbox, quantity, notes and room for 200 items in total.
• Who packs: list who’s going and assign each item from a drop-down.
• Trip dashboard: destination, dates, nights, people and a countdown to departure.
• % packed overall and progress bars for every category.
• Still to pack list showing each missing item and who’s packing it. No macros.

How to use it

1. Download the file and open it in Excel or upload it to Google Sheets.
2. Fill in the trip details and who’s going.
3. Adjust the checklist and assign items.
4. Tick Packed as things go in the car.

What’s included

• 1 .xlsx file with 3 tabs: Start Here, Trip and Checklist.
• A complete starter list of 60+ camping items.

Compatibility

Works in Microsoft Excel (desktop, Mac and Excel online) and Google Sheets. Share it in Google Sheets so the whole group can tick items. No macros required.

FAQ

Can I use it for RV trips or cabins?

Yes. Remove what you don’t need and add your own items.

Can I reuse it?

Yes. Untick Packed after the trip and update the dates.

Can I print it?

Yes. Both the checklist and the trip summary are print-ready.

Does it work in the free version of Google Sheets?

Yes. Upload the .xlsx file to Google Drive and open it with Google Sheets. A free Google account is all you need.

Can I use it on a Mac, iPad or phone?

Yes. It works in Excel for Mac and Windows, Excel online and the Google Sheets app. For editing, a computer or tablet is the most comfortable.

How do I get the file?

Right after checkout you get a download link on the confirmation page and by email.

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This is a digital product. No physical item will be shipped.