What to bring:
Good hiking boots
A backpacking pack with a rain cover that holds 30–50 liters is about right for overnight trips
Sleeping bag (required) with the sleeping pad (optional)
Flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries
Sun protection (sunglasses, sun cream, SPF- rated lip balm, sun hat)
Water bottle and treatment
For the trail, pack snacks like energy bars, jerky, hard cheeses, and nuts that you can eat easily on the move. For lunch, plan on a more robust snack break
Weather-appropriate clothing (moisture-wicking T-shirts, moisture-wicking underwear, quick-drying long pants, long sleeve shirts, lightweight fleece or a jacket, extra socks (synthetic), extra clothes (beyond the minimum expectation)
Some extra clothes (moisture-wicking)
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper/wipes and sealable bag (to pack it out)
Good to have
Whistle
Lighter / matches
Emergency & First Aid small kit
Insect repellent
Hand sanitizer
Optional
Trekking poles
Pillow