In all the excitement of an upcoming RV trip or vacation it is easy to forget a few items that you really wanted to bring.
Recreational Vehicle Vacation Checklist
In all the excitement of an upcoming RV trip or vacation it is easy to forget a few items that you really wanted to bring. You can purchase others on the road or do without. It is always a good idea to write down a list of the things you want to take ahead of time and check it off before you leave. We have compiled a list of items that most campers bring. You can print out this list and add additional items of your own. For you convenience, there are product suggestion links for ordering any camping gear you need. The printable version does not have product links. Print the text version to check off each item as you prepare for your next trip.
When you’re on the road in an RV, you’re also at home . . . so you should take a look at this list to see what household items you should take along in the RV, as well as RV-specific pieces of equipment that you’ll need to enjoy the comforts of home in a campsite or RV park.
When you’re on the road in an RV, you’re also at home . . . so you should take a look at this list to see what household items you should take along in the RV, as well as RV-specific pieces of equipment that you’ll need to enjoy the comforts of home in a campsite or RV park.
___Aluminum foil (heavy-duty)
___Amperage adapters
___Antenna cable
___Baking soda (for refrigerator odors)
___Batteries (for gas-leak and smoke detectors, and flashlight)
___Bedding (fitted bottom sheet, flat upper sheet, blankets, and mattress cover that fit the beds in your vehicle)
___Binoculars
___Bowls (made of something other than glass)
___Bubble wrap
___Bungee cords
___Burner igniter
___Camera and memory cards
___Can opener (electric or manual)
___Charcoal grill, charcoal, and lighter fluid
___Clothes and outerwear suitable to driving and your destination
___Coffeemaker
___Cooler (portable)
___Cutting board
___Dish towels
___Duct tape
___DVD player and favorite DVDs
___Extension cords
___First-aid kit
___Flashlight (and batteries)
___Folding table
___Games and puzzles
___Glasses and mugs
___Gloves (both work gloves and disposable ones)
___Insect repellent
___Laundry basket or bag
___Laundry detergent, bleach, and fabric softener
___Leashes for pets
___Leveling ramps (if not built-in)
___Maps (even if you have GPS); topographical maps if you are doing extensive hiking or spending time in the backcountry.
___Mat (for outside door)
___Matches/electric lighter
___Measuring cups and spoons
___Music (favorites on CD, MP3 player/iPod or your computer)
___Outdoor chairs
___Pans
___Paper towels
___Personal toiletries (razors, soap, toothbrushes, and cosmetics)
___Plastic bench covers
___Plastic tablecloth
___Plastic wrap
___Plates
___Portable vacuum cleaner
___Pots
___Resealable plastic bags (varying sizes)
___Rubber bands
___Sewer hose
___Sewing kit
___Spare fuses, batteries, and bulbs
___Spices
___Spirit or bubble levels
___Sunscreen
___Tablecloth clamps
___Teakettle
___Tension rods
___Tire gauge
___Toaster
___Toilet chemicals
___Toilet paper
___Tool kits, basic and auto
___Towels and washcloths
___Umbrellas
___Utensils (both cooking and eating)
___Water hose and connecting devices
___Whisk broom