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Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake) packing list 2026

84 items from Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)'s own list (Texas), sorted into groups you can tick off. Where the camp sets a rule, it is shown with the item.

Source: Camp Longhorn Inks Lake 2026 Need Lists (boys and girls), 2026 list, read 2026-11-02. Camps change lists: check theirs before you pack.

Luggage: Trunk max height 13.5 in x length 32 in, plus 1 laundry bag and 1 carry-on.

Don't pack: 21 items on the camp's list

Buy these first

The items on Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)'s list that families most often buy new, with the camp's rule for each.

On the list × 1Trunk or footlockerCamp rule: Trunk max height 13.5 in x length 32 in, plus 1 laundry bag and 1 carry-on.See on Amazon

On the list × 1Pair of shoes for wadingOn 10 of 10 camp lists we hold.See on Amazon

On the list × 1Light weight rain jacketOn 9 of 10 camp lists we hold.See on Amazon

On the list × 1Pair of tennis shoesOn 10 of 10 camp lists we hold.See on Amazon

On the list × 1Baseball glove with nameCamp note: grades 4,5,6 onlySee on Amazon

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Inks Lake boys 42 items

Gear 7

• Laundry bag × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Water bottle × 1On 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Flashlight with batteries × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Small fan with batteries × 1On 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Baseball glove with name × 1grades 4,5,6 onlyOn 4 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Extra batteriesOn 3 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Disposable cameraoptionalOn 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon

Bedding 7

• Towels × 2On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Washcloths × 2On 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Pillow × 1pack in laundry bagOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Pillow cases × 2On 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Twin bed sheet sets × 2one set in laundry bagOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Light weight blanket × 1pack in laundry bagOn 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Small stuffed animaloptional

Clothing 11

• Pair socks × 4
• Hats/Caps × 2On 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Shirts × 8
• Shorts × 8
• Underwear × 8
• Dance theme outfits
• Sleep outfits/shorts × 2
• Light weight rain jacket × 1On 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Boots and jeansMarines only
• Costumes for skits and dance nightsoptional
• Sweatshirtoptional

Swim 4

• UV fitted swim shirt × 1On 2 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Swimsuits × 3On 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• GogglesoptionalOn 4 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• UV fitted swim shirtoptionalOn 2 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon

Footwear 3

• Pair of shoes for wading × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Pair of tennis shoes × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Pair of sandals × 1

Other 3

• Stamps and stationery itemsOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Merits and Carnival card
• Favorite books or magazinesoptional

Toiletries 6

• Shower caddyOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Toothbrush and toothpasteOn 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Shampoo/ConditionerOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Soap/Body washantibacterialOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Sunscreen/Lip balmOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Deodorant

Documents & meds 1

• Extra eye glassesif worn

Inks Lake girls 42 items

Gear 6

• Laundry bag × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Water bottle × 1On 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Flashlight with batteries × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Small fan with batteries × 1On 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Extra batteriesOn 3 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Disposable cameraoptionalOn 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon

Bedding 7

• Towels × 2On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Washcloths × 2On 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Pillow × 1pack in laundry bagOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Pillow cases × 2On 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Twin bed sheet sets × 2one set in laundry bagOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Light weight blanket × 1pack in laundry bagOn 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Small stuffed animaloptional

Clothing 11

• Pair socks × 4
• Hats/Caps × 2On 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Shirts × 8
• Shorts × 8
• Underwear × 8
• Casual dress outfits × 2
• Dance theme outfits
• Pajamas/gowns × 2
• Light weight rain jacket × 1On 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Costumes for skits and dance nightsoptional
• Sweatshirtoptional

Swim 4

• Swimsuits × 3modestOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• One piece swimsuit × 1On 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• GogglesoptionalOn 4 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• UV fitted swim shirtoptionalOn 2 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon

Footwear 3

• Pair of shoes for wading × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Pair of tennis shoes × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Pair of sandals × 1

Other 3

• Stamps and stationery itemsOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Merits and Carnival card
• Favorite books or magazinesoptional

Toiletries 7

• Shower caddyOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Toothbrush and toothpasteOn 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Feminine hygiene items
• Soap/Body washantibacterialOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Sunscreen/Lip balmOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Hair brush and hairbandsOn 3 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
• Shampoo/ConditionerOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon

Documents & meds 1

• Extra eye glassesif worn

What trunk or duffel bag does Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake) allow?

Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)'s own list: Trunk max height 13.5 in x length 32 in, plus 1 laundry bag and 1 carry-on.

Camp trunk on Amazon

How should you label clothes for Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)?

Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)'s own rule: Mark all clothing and shoes with complete first and last name (name tape or indelible ink), including socks and shoes.

Name labels on Amazon

Can campers bring a phone to Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)?

No. Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)'s list puts “Cell phones” on its don't-bring list. For writing home, its packing list asks for “Stamps and stationery items”.

Stationery set on Amazon

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Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)'s rules 27 rules and banned items

• Luggage: Trunk max height 13.5 in x length 32 in, plus 1 laundry bag and 1 carry-on.
• Labels: Mark all clothing and shoes with complete first and last name (name tape or indelible ink), including socks and shoes.
• Laundry: Unmarked clothing may not come back from the camp laundry.
• Pack only what fits trunk, laundry bag and carry-on (“PACK ONLY WHAT YOU CAN FIT IN YOUR TRUNK, 1 LAUNDRY BAG AND 1 CARRY ON!”)
• Leave valuables at home (“LEAVE ALL EXPENSIVE, VALUABLE OR SENTIMENTAL ITEMS AT HOME!!”)
• Unplug (“Camp is a great place to UNPLUG”)

Don't pack

Cell phones · Glass containers · Kindles/Nooks · Smart watches · Digital/video cameras · GoPros · Q-tips · Solar chargers · Drawers · Hammocks · Shoes with wheels · Food or candy · Hanging bags · Silly string · Water balloons · Game consoles · iPads/iTouch · Slime · Water guns · Sunflower seeds · Egg crate mattress pads

Camp provides

2 Camp Longhorn uniforms for younger campers (campers 13 and older: 1 uniform plus tee shirts for special events)

Good to know

• Pack the pillow, blanket, one sheet set, a towel and the swimsuit in the laundry bag: they are needed on arrival.
• Tape an inventory inside the footlocker lid.
• A mattress pad or topper is allowed only if it goes home with the camper.

More questions

What should campers not bring to Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)?

Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)'s list says not to bring: Cell phones, Glass containers, Kindles/Nooks, Smart watches, Digital/video cameras, GoPros, Q-tips, Solar chargers, Drawers, Hammocks, Shoes with wheels, Food or candy, Hanging bags, Silly string, Water balloons, Game consoles, iPads/iTouch, Slime, Water guns, Sunflower seeds, Egg crate mattress pads.

What does Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake) provide?

Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake) lists these as provided: 2 Camp Longhorn uniforms for younger campers (campers 13 and older: 1 uniform plus tee shirts for special events).

Where does this list come from?

From Camp Longhorn (Inks Lake)'s own published packing list (Camp Longhorn Inks Lake 2026 Need Lists (boys and girls)), read on 2026-11-02. Always check the camp's latest list before you pack.

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