Complete Packing List
Camping Essentials
- Tent (practice setting up before you go)
- Sleeping bag (check weather - layers help)
- Sleeping pad or air mattress
- Camping pillow or stuff sack
- Tarp for under tent (waterproofing)
- Headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries
- Portable phone charger (10,000+ mAh)
- Earplugs for sleeping (essential!)
- Eye mask for daytime naps
Clothing & Comfort
- Comfortable walking shoes/boots
- Sandals for campsite
- Rain poncho or jacket (trust us)
- Light layers for temperature swings
- Bandanas or buffs (dust protection)
- Sunglasses
- Hat or cap for sun
- Swimsuit (if water features)
- Fanny pack or small backpack
Health & Safety
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+, reapply often)
- First aid kit (bandages, pain relievers)
- Prescription medications
- Hand sanitizer
- Toilet paper (campsite backup)
- Baby wipes (shower alternative)
- Insect repellent
- Lip balm with SPF
- Hearing protection (earplugs for stages)
Hydration & Nutrition
- Reusable water bottle (large, 1L+)
- Hydration pack/CamelBak
- Electrolyte packets
- Snacks (granola bars, trail mix)
- Cooler with ice packs (if allowed)
- Camp stove and cookware (if cooking)
- Coffee/tea supplies
- Hangover remedies
Day Pack Essentials
What to carry with you into the festival grounds each day:
- Phone and portable charger
- ID and ticket (digital backup too)
- Cash (some vendors are cash-only)
- Sunscreen (travel size)
- Water bottle
- Earplugs
- Rain poncho (compact)
- Lip balm
- Gum or mints
Pro Tips
Arrive Early
Best camping spots go fast. First day lines are shortest for entry.
Mark Your Camp
Tie a flag, balloon, or LED light to your tent. Everything looks the same at 4am.
Test Your Gear
Set up your tent at home first. Nothing worse than figuring it out in the dark.
Plan Meeting Points
Phone service is unreliable. Set specific times and locations to meet friends.
Pace Yourself
It's a marathon, not a sprint. Rest, eat, and hydrate between sets.
Layer Wisely
Desert festivals get cold at night. Tropical ones stay warm. Check the forecast.
Leave at Home
These items are commonly banned or just not worth bringing:
- ✕Valuables you'd hate to lose
- ✕Glass containers (usually banned)
- ✕Outside alcohol (check policies)
- ✕Professional cameras (often restricted)
- ✕Drones (always banned)
- ✕Weapons of any kind
- ✕Umbrellas (block views, get taken)
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