The Ultimate Australian Camping Checklist
Forgetting essential gear ranges from mildly inconvenient to genuinely dangerous in Australia’s remote areas. This checklist covers everything you actually need for Australian camping trips.
Shelter and Sleeping
- Tent with fly – check for missing pegs and poles before leaving home
- Sleeping bag rated for expected minimum temperature
- Sleeping mat or self-inflating pad – insulation from the ground matters
- Pillow – often forgotten, always missed
- Ground sheet or tent footprint
Kitchen and Food
- Camp stove with spare fuel
- Pots, pans and camp utensils
- Plates, bowls, cups and cutlery
- Biodegradable washing-up liquid and basin
- Sharp knife and cutting board
- 12V fridge or quality cooling box
- Water containers – minimum 20L reserve
- Water purification tablets or filter
Safety and First Aid
- First aid kit with current supplies
- Personal locator beacon – non-negotiable for remote camping
- Snake bite bandages x4
- Sunscreen SPF50+ and insect repellent
- Torch with spare batteries plus headlamp
- Emergency contact list – physical copy not just on phone
Vehicle and Recovery
- Spare tyre inflated and in good condition
- Tyre repair kit
- Jump starter pack
- Tow rope or snatch strap
- Offline maps downloaded for your route