Planning an upcoming climbing trip? We’ve put together this climbing checklist to help you stay organized. Our list covers just about everything you’ll need, including gear for sport, trad, bouldering, mountaineering and ice climbing, along with clothing, footwear, personal essentials and a few additional items.
Rock Climbing Clothing
- Pants or Shorts
- Lightweight Shirt
- Hat or Bandana
- Belaying Gloves
Mountaineering & Ice Climbing Clothing
- Base Layer
- Mid Layer
- Waterproof Jacket
- Waterproof Pants
- Heavyweight Hiking Socks
- Winter Hat
- Winter Gloves
- Mountaineering Boots
- Gaiters
- Sunglasses or Goggles
Sport Climbing Gear
- Harness
- Climbing Shoes
- Chalk Bag
- Climbing Rope
- Rope Bag
- Belay Device
- Locking Carabiner
- Quickdraws
- Runner
- Gear Bag
Trad Climbing Gear
- Helmet
- Harness
- Climbing Shoes
- Chalk Bag
- Climbing Rope
- Rope Bag
- Belay Device
- Carabiners (locking and non-locking)
- Protection (nuts/hexes/cams)
- Nut Extraction Tool
- Runner
- Gear Sling
- Athletic Tape
- Backpack
Bouldering Gear
- Climbing Shoes
- Chalk Bag
- Crash Pad
Mountaineering & Ice Climbing Gear
- Harness
- Dry Rope
- Carabiners
- Belay Device
- Protection (Pitons/Ice Screws)
- Runner
- Gear Sling
- Ice Tools or Mountaineering Axe (Piolet)
- Crampons
- Helmet
- Backpack
Personal Essentials
- Water bottle (filled)
- Energy bar and snacks
- Sunblock
- SPF Lip Balm
- Toilet Paper
- Hand Sanitizer
Other Items
- Pocket Knife
- Headlamp
- First Aid Kit
- Emergency Blanket
- Windproof Matches or Lighter
- Insect Repellent
- Cell phone
- Guidebook
- Map and Compass
- Climbing Permit