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🏖️ Beach Packing List
A beach day and a beach week in one list: sun protection that gets reapplied, the gear that keeps sand out of the car, and the water kit worth the space in the trunk.
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| Category | Item | Qty | Packed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Documents & money | Wallet | 1 | |
| Documents & money | Photo ID / driver's license | 1 | |
| Documents & money | Debit / credit card | ||
| Documents & money | Cash in small bills | ||
| Documents & money | Keys | 1 | |
| Clothing | Underwear | 1 per day + 2 | |
| Clothing | Socks | 1 per day + 2 | |
| Clothing | T-shirts / tops | 1 per day | |
| Clothing | Pants, jeans, or skirts | 1 per 2–3 days | |
| Clothing | Sleepwear | ||
| Clothing | Sunglasses | 1 | |
| Clothing | Wide-brim hat or cap | 1 | |
| Clothing | Shorts | ||
| Clothing | Lightweight breathable tops | ||
| Clothing | One layer for over-air-conditioned rooms | 1 | |
| Footwear | Everyday shoes | 1 pair | |
| Footwear | Sandals | 1 pair | |
| Footwear | Water shoes for rocky or reef entries | ||
| Toiletries & health | Prescription medication in its original bottle | ||
| Toiletries & health | Pain reliever (ibuprofen or acetaminophen) | 1 | |
| Toiletries & health | Adhesive bandages + antiseptic wipes | ||
| Toiletries & health | Toothbrush + toothpaste | 1 | |
| Toiletries & health | Deodorant | 1 | |
| Toiletries & health | Shampoo + conditioner | ||
| Toiletries & health | Body wash or soap | ||
| Toiletries & health | Hairbrush or comb | 1 | |
| Toiletries & health | Razor + shaving cream | ||
| Toiletries & health | Glasses or contacts + solution | ||
| Toiletries & health | Sunscreen SPF 30+ — reapply at least every two hours | 1 | |
| Toiletries & health | Lip balm with SPF | 1 | |
| Toiletries & health | After-sun lotion or aloe | ||
| Toiletries & health | Insect repellent | 1 | |
| Toiletries & health | Small first-aid kit | 1 | |
| Tech | Phone | 1 | |
| Tech | Phone charger + cable | 1 | |
| Tech | Headphones | 1 | |
| Beach & water | Swimsuit — two, so one is always dry | 2 | |
| Beach & water | Cover-up or beach shirt | ||
| Beach & water | Rash guard for long days in the sun | ||
| Beach & water | Wet bag for damp swimsuits | 1 | |
| Beach & water | Goggles | ||
| Beach & water | Waterproof phone pouch | 1 | |
| Beach & water | Beach towel | 1 each | |
| Beach & water | Beach bag (sand shakes out of mesh) | 1 | |
| Beach & water | Beach umbrella or pop-up shade | ||
| Beach & water | Beach chairs or a mat | ||
| Beach & water | Cooler bag with water and ice | 1 | |
| Beach & water | Beach games or a paddle set | ||
| Kids & family | Swim diapers | ||
| Extras | Reusable water bottle | 1 | |
| Extras | Book, cards, or something for the line |
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Beach Packing List FAQ
How much sunscreen do I actually need?
SPF 30 or higher, applied about 15 minutes before you go out and reapplied at least every two hours — and immediately after swimming or toweling off. Water-resistant labels are rated for 40 or 80 minutes in the water, not for the whole afternoon. A shirt, a hat, and shade do the rest.
What is not allowed on most public beaches?
Glass containers, open fires outside designated rings, and dogs are restricted on a lot of public beaches, and alcohol rules vary by town. Some beaches also ban tents or shade structures above a certain size in summer. The managing city, county, or park lists the rules on its beach page.
How do I keep sand out of everything?
Mesh bag for gear so sand falls through, a dedicated wet bag for damp swimsuits, and a towel that stays in the trunk for feet. Shake everything out before it goes in the car, not after.
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