Road Trip Packing List

by | Apr 24, 2024 | Organization

My Packing List

Creating a road trip packing list before traveling is the best way to ensure you take everything you need!

Preparing for a Road Trip

Summer will be here before we know it which means it’s officially time to gear up for road trip season!

That said, I prepare for family road trips just like I do everything else, you guys!

By creating to-do lists and practicing advanced prep.

Plus, when it comes to packing for kids and pets, preparing ahead of time is essential for a smoother ride.

This is why I created a brand-new freebie just in time for your next road trip.

Check it out below!

Creating a Road Trip Packing List

It’s so incredibly easy to forget essential items when preparing to hit the road with the family.

Then, once you get a few miles down the road and realize you don’t have quite everything you need, the trip automatically becomes stressful.

Since our family full-time RVs and we travel quite often, I know just how many little things are involved in road-tripping.

Road Trip Packing List Printable

That’s why I created this free printable packing list for families!

Not only does it cover the generic road trip necessities you will need but it also covers everyday essentials, items for the kiddos, and pet must-haves. 

The best part? This freebie includes plenty of blank spaces to add multiple items unique to your family’s needs.

Printable Road Trip Packing List

Ready to get your free printable road trip packing list? Scroll down for all the details!

Free Printable Road Trip Packing List

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More Travel Fun

Our family has been living life on (and off) the road since 2020! 

First, we moved cross-country — from Kansas City all the way to Montana.

Then, when the housing market went bonkers and we lost our rental, we moved into our tiny camper for 6 weeks while trying to figure out our next move.

Finally, we ended up choosing the RV life and have officially been a full-time RV family for over 2 years now!

Boondocking in UTAH

This was by far one of my favorite overnight spots while traveling through Utah.

That said, we are only part-time travelers — spending (at least) half of the year at our home base in Kalispell, MT, and splitting the other half between Kansas City and Texas (with family) or traveling to see new places like checking out Philadelphia for the first time.

While traveling was never originally in the plan for our family it has become a way of life for us, you guys! 

If you want to keep up with our travels, I encourage you to follow our adventures on Instagram and check out our Simply Be Wild & Free Blog.

Happy travels!

Road Trip Packing List

Meet the Author

Life & Homeschool Author

Hey guys! I’m Mary, homeschool mom of 3 amazing kiddos.

I’m so excited that you decided to check out my little corner of the world!

If you have been following our journey for any length of time, you already know that I’m obsessed with coffee, organization, and all things simple.

I’m also a huge dog lover and introvert 💗

My homeschool style is very eclectic.

I enjoy a solid mixture of structure and free range. I set goals for myself and my children each week, but I put no pressure on perfection.

We use a wide variety of curriculum in our home.

Some of our current favorites are The Good and the Beautiful, Life of Fred, Beautiful Feet Books, and Lifepac.

While my kids do spend a good amount of time learning at desks, they also spend countless hours exploring their creativity and practicing a little independence.

I love mountains, rainy days, and sitting by the campfire. 

Our family recently relocated to the PNW and we have been enjoying finding new nature spots to explore together 🙌🏼

I can’t wait to connect and share all the things I’ve learned on our new journey! 

Just a Note…

Thanks for checking out the organization portion of the blog! 

Typically summer is the most productive time for my blog. However, our family is currently living in temporary housing and we do not see an end in sight (thank you housing marking 😪) — meaning my workspace & supplies to produce quality content it extremely limited.

I am still working, but it’s nothing like normal.

As always, we appreciate your patience! 

If you enjoyed this article or simply want to see more of our journey, feel free to follow us on social media for more frequent updates.

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Don’t forget to check out our Facebook group too!

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Whether you are already knee-deep in your homeschool journey or just dipping your toes in — all homeschool moms are welcome!

Looking forward to connecting! Simply Be Wild & Free Life + Homeschool Blog

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Meet the Author

Life & Homeschool Author

Hey guys! I’m Mary, homeschool mom of 3 amazing kiddos.

I’m so excited that you decided to check out my little corner of the world!

If you have been following our journey for any length of time, you already know that I’m obsessed with coffee, organization, and all things simple.

I’m also a huge dog lover and introvert 💗

My homeschool style is very eclectic.

I enjoy a solid mixture of structure and free range. I set goals for myself and my children each week, but I put no pressure on perfection.

We use a wide variety of curriculum in our home.

Some of our current favorites are The Good and the Beautiful, Life of Fred, Beautiful Feet Books, and Lifepac.

While my kids do spend a good amount of time learning at desks, they also spend countless hours exploring their creativity and practicing a little independence.

I love mountains, rainy days, and sitting by the campfire. 

Our family recently relocated to the PNW and we have been enjoying finding new nature spots to explore together 🙌🏼

I can’t wait to connect and share all the things I’ve learned on our new journey! 

Just a Note…

Thanks for checking out the organization portion of the blog! 

Typically summer is the most productive time for my blog. However, our family is currently living in temporary housing and we do not see an end in sight (thank you housing marking 😪) — meaning my workspace & supplies to produce quality content it extremely limited.

I am still working, but it’s nothing like normal.

As always, we appreciate your patience! 

If you enjoyed this article or simply want to see more of our journey, feel free to follow us on social media for more frequent updates.

You can find all of our social accounts below!

FacebookInstagramPinterest

Don’t forget to check out our Facebook group too!

This group is open to all homeschool moms.

Whether you are already knee-deep in your homeschool journey or just dipping your toes in — all homeschool moms are welcome!

Looking forward to connecting! Simply Be Wild & Free Life + Homeschool Blog

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