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Camp Pinnacle packing list
83 items from Camp Pinnacle's own list (North Carolina), sorted into groups you can tick off. Where the camp sets a rule, it is shown with the item.
Source: Packing List (Two Week) and Junior Camp Packing List, linked from camp FAQ, no year printed on the list, read 2026-11-02. Camps change lists: check theirs before you pack.
Luggage: Traditional trunk or large duffle that fits under a bunk (16 in high)
Don't pack: 5 items on the camp's list
Buy these first
The items on Camp Pinnacle's list that families most often buy new, with the camp's rule for each.
Trunk or footlockerCamp rule: Traditional trunk or large duffle that fits under a bunk (16 in high)See on Amazon
Duffel bagCamp rule: Traditional trunk or large duffle that fits under a bunk (16 in high)See on Amazon
Firm-soled shoes or light- to medium-weight hiking shoes/bootsOn 2 of 10 camp lists we hold.See on Amazon
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Junior camp (one week) 38 items
Clothing 14
- Waterproof rain jacket × 1Not a ponchoOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Fleece jacket or pullover/hoodie × 1On 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Long-sleeved T-shirts × 2
- Synthetic long-sleeved T-shirt × 1Not cotton
- Short-sleeved T-shirts × 6-7
- Synthetic short-sleeved T-shirts × 2Not cotton
- Long pants × 1-2 pairs
- Shorts × 5-6 pairs2-3 pairs synthetic/non-cotton
- Underwear × 9 pairs
- Socks × 7 pairs
- Pajamas × 3-4 pairs
- Baseball cap × 1On 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Red, blue and green items for team colorShirts and bandanas are great; team color not known ahead
- White cotton shirt for tie-dye × 1Optional
Swim 2
- Athletic bathing suits × 2-3Suitable for a lot of movementOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Beach towels × 2Quick-dry recommendedOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Toiletries 7
- SunscreenSpray or lotionOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Toothbrush & toothpasteIn a toiletries bag or carrierOn 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- ShampooConditioner if neededOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Antibacterial body soapOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Loofah or washclothOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Bath towels × 2Avoid large, fluffy or bulky towelsOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Insect repellentOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Bedding 3
- Pillow × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Pillowcases × 2On 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Twin-size bedding × 1 setFitted and flat sheet, blanket and pillow; sleeping bags cannot be used as beddingOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Gear 4
- School backpack or daypack × 1Not a string bagOn 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Headlamp or small flashlight with extra batteries × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Quart-sized water bottles × 2On 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Crazy Creek chair × 1OptionalOn 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Footwear 4
- Closed-toed shoes × 2 pairsRunning or athletic shoes, good fittingOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Water sandals with heel strap × 1 pairChaco, Teva, Keen, etc.On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Shower shoes × 1 pairFlip-flops, Crocs, etc.On 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Rain boots × 1 pairOptionalOn 3 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Other 4
- Letter writing materialsPaper, pens, stamped pre-addressed envelopes in a zip-top bagOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Small games, books or drawing materials × 1-2 booksOn 4 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- CameraDisposable camera bestOn 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Camp Pinnacle laundry bag × 1New campers receive one; returning campers bring theirs; $5 at camp storeOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Two week 39 items
Clothing 14
- Waterproof rain jacket × 1Not a ponchoOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Fleece jacket or pullover/hoodie × 1On 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Long-sleeved T-shirts × 2
- Synthetic long-sleeved T-shirt × 1Not cotton
- Short-sleeved T-shirts × 6-7
- Synthetic short-sleeved T-shirts × 2Not cotton
- Long pants × 1-2 pairs
- Shorts × 5-6 pairs2-3 pairs synthetic/non-cotton
- Underwear × 9 pairs
- Socks × 7 pairs
- Pajamas × 3-4 pairs
- Baseball cap × 1On 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Red, blue and green items for team colorShirts and bandanas are great; team color not known ahead
- White cotton shirt for tie-dye × 1Optional
Swim 2
- Athletic bathing suits × 2-3Suitable for a lot of movementOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Beach towels × 2Quick-dry recommendedOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Toiletries 7
- SunscreenSpray or lotionOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Toothbrush & toothpasteIn a toiletries bag or carrierOn 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- ShampooConditioner if neededOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Antibacterial body soapOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Loofah or washclothOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Bath towels × 2Avoid large, fluffy or bulky towelsOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Insect repellentOn 7 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Bedding 4
- Pillow × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Pillowcases × 2On 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Twin-size bedding × 1 setFitted and flat sheet, blanket and pillow; sleeping bags cannot be used as beddingOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Sleeping bag × 1On 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Gear 4
- School backpack or daypack × 1Not a string bagOn 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Headlamp or small flashlight with extra batteries × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Quart-sized water bottles × 2On 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Crazy Creek chair × 1OptionalOn 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Footwear 4
- Closed-toed shoes × 2 pairsRunning or athletic shoes, good fittingOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Water sandals with heel strap × 1 pairChaco, Teva, Keen, etc.On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Shower shoes × 1 pairFlip-flops, Crocs, etc.On 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Rain boots × 1 pairOptionalOn 3 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Other 4
- Letter writing materialsPaper, pens, stamped pre-addressed envelopes in a zip-top bagOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Small games, books or drawing materials × 1-2 booksOn 4 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- CameraDisposable camera bestOn 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Camp Pinnacle laundry bag × 1New campers receive one; returning campers bring theirs; $5 at camp storeOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Additional for finishing 7th-8th graders and leadership students 6 items
Footwear 2
- Hiking socks × 2 pairsNot cottonOn 2 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Firm-soled shoes or light- to medium-weight hiking shoes/boots × 1 pairOn 2 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Clothing 2
- Quick-drying athletic pants × 1 pairOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Wool/fleece hat × 1On 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
Gear 2
- Crazy Creek chair × 1On 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
- Quick-drying/pack towel × 1Large or XLOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
What trunk or duffel bag does Camp Pinnacle allow?
Camp Pinnacle's own list: Traditional trunk or large duffle that fits under a bunk (16 in high).
Does Camp Pinnacle need a sleeping bag?
Yes: Camp Pinnacle's list includes a sleeping bag. Its don't-bring list adds: Sleeping bag as only bedding.
How should you label clothes for Camp Pinnacle?
Camp Pinnacle's own rule: Label all clothes and belongings with child's name, including shoes, sleeping bag, towels, hats, toiletries.
Can campers bring a phone to Camp Pinnacle?
No. Camp Pinnacle's list puts “Electronics (cell phones, games, iPods, tablets)” on its don't-bring list. For writing home, its packing list asks for “Letter writing materials”.
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Camp Pinnacle's rules 11 rules and banned items
- Luggage: Traditional trunk or large duffle that fits under a bunk (16 in high)
- Labels: Label all clothes and belongings with child's name, including shoes, sleeping bag, towels, hats, toiletries
- Laundry: New campers receive a Camp Pinnacle laundry bag.
- Leave all electronics at home; collected on arrival if flying (“Please leave all electronics at home.”)
- Label every item with camper's name (“label every item you send to camp”)
- No boas or loose glitter (Two Week list) (“Please leave boas and loose glitter at home.”)
Don't pack
Electronics (cell phones, games, iPods, tablets) · iPads or tablets (e-reader ok) · Boas · Loose glitter · Sleeping bag as only bedding
Camp provides
Bedding for international campers · Laundry bag for new campers
Good to know
- The Junior list has no sleeping bag line; the Two Week list does. A sleeping bag cannot be the only bedding.
- Teams are red, blue and green; "funky flair" accessories are optional.
What Camp Pinnacle asks that most camps don't
On this list, and on at most 2 of the 10 camp lists we hold.
Hiking socks · Firm-soled shoes or light- to medium-weight hiking shoes/boots
More questions
- What should campers not bring to Camp Pinnacle?
- Camp Pinnacle's list says not to bring: Electronics (cell phones, games, iPods, tablets), iPads or tablets (e-reader ok), Boas, Loose glitter, Sleeping bag as only bedding.
- What does Camp Pinnacle provide?
- Camp Pinnacle lists these as provided: Bedding for international campers, Laundry bag for new campers.
- Where does this list come from?
- From Camp Pinnacle's own published packing list (Packing List (Two Week) and Junior Camp Packing List, linked from camp FAQ), read on 2026-11-02. Always check the camp's latest list before you pack.
What almost every camp list asks for, compared across 10 camps