A guide from Kalyumet Campground

Going on an RV camping trip can be exciting, and here at Kalyumet, we want to make sure that you have the best experience possible. Make the most out of your RV getaway with these indispensable RV and camping essentials that every RVer should have.

We’ve divided our guide between RV accessories, household supplies, personal items or toiletries, and camping gear, so you can have an easy checklist of items to make sure you don’t forget anything. 

This way, you can be prepared for anything and have some much-needed peace of mind to enjoy your RV trip to the fullest!

Camping and RV Essentials

RV Accessories

RVs need a particular set of accessories and tools to keep them working well or to prevent them from getting damaged. Here’s a handy list of the most essential RV accessories:

  • Drinking water hose: Not to be mistaken with your regular gardening hose. A drinking water hose is specially made without any harmful materials like lead and BPA so the water remains safe and drinkable.

  • Sewer kit: An unfortunate reality of RVing is having to dump out your tanks. Thankfully, with the right sewer kit, you can do it as cleanly and discreetly as possible.

  • Surge protector: A good quality surge protector can prevent damage to your RV’s electrical system and any electrical appliances you might have inside whenever you plug in your RV.

  • Water pressure regulator: Heavy water flow can easily damage your RV’s water lines and fittings and can cost you a lot of money to fix. With the right water pressure regulator, you can avoid any unnecessary damages, costs, and get just the right water pressure for your RV.

  • Electrical adapters: Electrical connections can be different for every RV and for every campsite. To make sure that you never have to worry about that again, it helps to have different electrical adapters on hand.

  • Tire pressure gauge and portable air compressor: Accidents can happen on the road, so it pays to be well prepared with a tire pressure gauge and an air compressor. Having extra tires on hand is also useful for an emergency.

  • Jumper cables and battery jump pack: Jumper cables and a battery jump pack are essentials that you never want to be without, especially if you get stuck somewhere far from any sort of service. Plus, you can charge other electrical devices like phones and laptops with battery jump packs in case of an emergency!

  • Extra motor oil, coolant and transmission fluids: A must-have while you’re on the road!

  • Fuse kit: You don’t want to be stuck without anything to replace blown out fuses.

  • Wheel chocks: Wheel chocks keep your RV from rolling away when you’re parked on a slope or incline.

  • Fire extinguisher: Pretty self-explanatory. Plus, if you’re buying a new RV, it probably already comes with its own fire extinguisher.

  • Basic tool kit: It should go without saying by now that you’ll want to make sure you have everything you need in case of an emergency and a basic tool kit guarantees that you’ll always have the means to fix whatever problems come your way.

  • Emergency road kit: Never be unprepared for emergencies again! A well-stocked emergency road kit should contain everything you’ll need in case of an emergency, though we hope it never comes to that. You can buy a complete emergency road kit that’s already outfitted with all the necessary tools and supplies, or assemble one yourself.

Household and Kitchen Supplies

Now that your RV is outfitted with all the essential tools and accessories, it’s time to look at what you’ve got in your kitchen or pantry. Aside from food, provisions and ingredients, here’s some of the most important household items and kitchen tools to have on the road:

Kitchen

  • Can opener
  • Cutting board
  • Cutting knives
  • Plates and bowls
  • Eating and cooking utensils
  • Cups
  • Pots and pans
  • Matches and/or a lighter
  • Water bottles
  • Cooler
  • Travel electric kettle or regular kettle
  • Hot pads
  • Food storage containers
  • Trash bags
  • Dish towels
  • Dish soap and sponge
  • Hand soap
  • Paper towels and napkins
  • Plastic wrap
  • Household scissors

Household Items

  • Disinfecting wipes
  • First aid kit
  • Painkillers and other medications
  • Eye drops
  • Bear and bug spray
  • Sunscreen
  • Towels
  • Bedding and sheets
  • Pillows and pillow cases
  • Blankets
  • Clothes line and clips or clothes hangers
  • Laundry detergent and fabric softeners
  • Ziplock bags
  • Cleaning supplies (broom, mop, vacuum, multi-surface cleaner, bathroom cleaner, etc.)
  • Electrical and duct tape
  • Flashlight
  • Travel map and guide
  • Rain umbrella

Personal Items

Just because you’re out on the road or away from home doesn’t mean you have to be without all your essential personal toiletries and items:

  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Bath soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Floss
  • Deodorant
  • Lotion and moisturizer
  • Shaving gel and razor with extra blades
  • Brush and comb
  • Hair ties and hair clips
  • Nail clippers
  • Chargers for phones and other electronic devices
  • Wallet with cash and credit cards
  • Underwear
  • Socks
  • Swimming trunks or swimsuit
  • Compactable jacket
  • Outdoor/free-flowing clothing
  • Outdoor/hiking shoes, boots and/or sandals
  • Raincoat/rain gear and rain boots

Camping Gear

And of course, an outdoor trip wouldn’t be complete without some good ole’ camping! Make sure you have all these essentials when you’re planning your trip:

  • Camping chairs
  • Camping table
  • Hammock
  • Sleeping bags
  • Outdoor umbrella
  • Outdoor grill
  • Camping stove
  • Portable fire pit
  • Firewood
  • Rechargeable or battery-powered lantern
  • Portable radio
  • Extra batteries
  • S’mores supplies and tools
  • Binoculars
  • Playing cards and board games
  • Yard games
  • Fishing gear
  • Guitar or other portable instruments
  • Gear for other outdoor activities 

Park Your RV and Go Camping at Kalyumet 

For the perfect place to park your RV and get the full camping and RV experience, stop over at Kalyumet! We’ve got everything you could need and more, whether you’re staying with us for the summer or just for the night. Our amenities include:

  • Spacious shaded campsites
  • 30 amp or 50 amp full hook-up RV sites
  • Cable TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Primitive tent area
  • Tent sites with water and electricity
  • Air conditioned 2-bedroom luxury log cabins with full kitchen, bathroom and satellite TV
  • Air conditioned motel-style rental rooms with queen size or 2 double beds and small refrigerator
  • Security
  • Clean restrooms
  • Picnic tables and fire rings
  • Firewood for sale
  • Laundry facilities
  • Recreation field
  • Convenience store
  • Enclosed group pavilion
  • Banquet hall for events and gatherings
  • Bottled or metered propane
  • Heated pool
  • Playground
  • Outdoor laser tag
  • Redemption arcade
  • Mini-golf
  • Walking and bike trails
  • Wagon and fire truck rides

There’s no shortage of fun things to do and see here at Kalyumet!

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Let us help you plan and prepare for your next camping and RV trip now with this handy checklist of all the camping and RV essentials you could ever need! And while you’re at it, why not book a stay with us here at Kalyumet for the best outdoor camping and RV experience around. We look forward to seeing you!