Guide Notes:

What you'll need backpacking always depends on where and how long you are going for.
 

Backpackers Checklist 

Pack & Sleeping
• Backpack
• Tent
• Sleeping Bag
• Sleeping Pad
• Day Pack

Ten Essentials
• Map
• Compass
• Water
• Extra Food
• Rain Gear and Extra Clothing
• Fire starter and Matches
• First Aid Kit
• Army knife or multi-purpose tool
• Flashlight & extra bulbs
• Sunscreen & Sun glasses

Additional Essentials
• Toilet Paper
• Insect Repellent
• Duct Tape
• 50 Ft Nylon Cord
• Signal Mirror
• Whistle

Clothing
• Boots
• Camp Shoes
• Liner Socks / Hiking Socks
• T-Shirt
• Shorts
• Warm Shirt
• Long Pants
• Extra Underwear
• Thermal Underwear
• Warm Jacket
• Gloves
• Hat w/ Brim
• Warm Hat
• Clothes for Drive Home  

Miscellaneous
• Binoculars
• Plate and bowl
• Utensils
• Cup for hot drinks
• Personal Toiletries
• Medication
• Lip Balm / Lotion
• Towel
• Books / Reading Material
• Paper and Pencil
• Camp Chair
• Bandanna
• Fishing Gear and License
• Hiking Poles
• Stash Bags
• Hiking Pole