Once you decide what Camino route you want to walk, check the weather averages for the month you’ll be there to help plan clothing layers. One more tip: don’t be tempted to overpack. A lightweight pack will make your hike way more enjoyable. Buen Camino!

Sleeping and shelter  Lightweight sleeping bag liner  Lightweight sleeping bag (like the MEC Intrepid sleeping bag)

Food and water  Water bottles or hydration reservoir  Spork (2L total)

Hiking gear  40–45L backpack or smaller  Sturdy mid-weight hiking shoes  Rain cover or pack liner  Guidebook  Stuff sacks or sealable plastic bags  Compass to organize items in your pack

Safety gear  Headlamp or flashlight with extra  Sunglasses batteries  Multi-function knife (with can opener  Whistle and corkscrew)  Personal first aid kit with blister care  Prescription medication in a sealed,  Sunscreen dry container

Clothing When it comes to materials, leave the cotton behind. Make sure your hiking shorts, long johns, pants, T-shirts, underwear and sports bra are made of quick-drying materials that wick moisture.

 Hiking socks (2–3 pairs, wool-blend)  Lightweight long johns  Liner socks, if necessary (2 pairs)  Fleece jacket, lightweight puffy jacket  Synthetic, quick-drying underwear (2 or wool sweater pairs)  Rain jacket or poncho  Sports bra  Rain pants  T-shirts (1–2)  Toque or neck gaiter (wool or fleece)  Hiking shorts  Lightweight wide-brimmed sun hat  Hiking pants (nylon works well)  Lightweight fleece gloves

Travel essentials  Photo ID  Travel visa, if required  Passport  Cash and credit/debit card for food  Health insurance card and lodging along the trail  Travel insurance info  Camino Trail credential  Itinerary, ticket and reservation info

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Personal items  Phone and charger  Power bank or spare batteries for  Travel adapter electronic devices  Toilet paper  Feminine hygiene supplies  Hand sanitizer  Lightweight flip-flops or sandals  Quick-drying towel or face cloth  Travel-size soap  Earplugs  Shampoo and conditioner  Toothbrush  Deodorant  Toothpaste

Optional items  Wash bag for sink laundry  Eye mask  1–2m cord and clothes pegs  Bug spray  Watch  Anti-chafing cream  Notebook and pencil  Super lightweight tote bag  Headphones  Camera  Money belt or waist belt  Luggage lock  Lip balm

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