What to Pack for the Beach: The Essentials Packing List

Whether you're planning a quick afternoon at the beach or an all-day adventure, packing well can make the difference between a relaxing day and frustration wishing you had remembered one more thing.

After plenty of beach days (including our first with a toddler), we've narrowed down what deserves a spot on our essentials beach packing list. This list is just the essentials so it makes loading/unloading and set up super easy without having to feel like you’ve brought your whole house.

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Quick Beach Packing Checklist

Beach Essentials

• Beach tote

• Beach towels

• Micro-fiber towels

• Sand-free blanket

• Pop-up canopy, umbrella or shade

• Beach chairs

• Cooler

• Water bottles

• Sunscreen

• Sunglasses

• Hats

• Drinks & snacks

• Wet bag

• Portable speaker

• Beach toys

• Change of clothes

• Sand/water shoes

• Trash bag

• Paper plates

• Paper towels

• Books

• First aid kit

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