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My Full Packing List for 4 Days in Gatlinburg with Kids

Updated: Mar 5


List of things to pack for vacation in front of Gatlinburg photo

I hate to feel unprepared so I obsesivouly plan any trip I go on and our family trip to Gatlinburg was no exception. For weeks I continued to add things to the bags sitting on my kitchen floor and I can't remember even one time thinking I forgot to bring anything on our trip. So without further-a-do I give you my full packing list for your vacation to Gatlinburg with kids.


Cooler

  • cheese sticks

  • jello

  • lunch meat

  • fruit (oranges, apples, berries)

  • lunchables

  • sandwiches (for picnic)


Unrefrigerated Bag (all individually packed)

  • cookies

  • chips

  • crackers

  • fruit rollups

  • fruit snacks

  • cereal

  • popcron

  • muffins

  • bananas

  • cheese balls

  • granola bars

  • candy

  • donuts

  • poptarts

  • ravioli cans

  • ituna

  • soup cans

  • pretzels


Bathroom Bag

  • makeup

  • hair ties and clips

  • brush

  • shampoo/ conditioner

  • body wash

  • toothbrush/ toothpaste

  • straightener

  • face wash and lotion


Clothes Bag

  • hiking shoes

  • hats

  • long socks

  • ponchos

  • underwear

  • jacket

  • pants


Misc Bag

  • sandwich and gallon bags

  • trash bag

  • camera and kids camera

  • binoculars

  • bug spray

  • sunscreen

  • wipes

  • chargers

  • paper towels

  • plastic bowls and plates

  • plastic utensils

  • disinfecting wipes

  • blankets and pillows (for car)

  • water

  • pocket knife

  • toilet paper

  • bear spray


Pool Bag

  • pool toys

  • floaties

  • swimsuits

  • swimsuit cover-up towels

  • goggles

  • swim shoes (or flip flops)

  • towels


Kids Busy Toys

  • nintendo switch

  • ipad

  • matching cards

  • simple card games

  • play doh

  • dominos

  • magnet toys




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