Every ski touring mission starts long before you hit the skin track – it begins at home, with your gear laid out and a wide-open backpack. But even seasoned backcountry skiers or splitboarders know the feeling of realizing, halfway up a logging road or at the base of a trailhead, that something essential got left behind. That’s the moment when your heart sinks! Whether it’s your climbing skins, your lunch, or (yes, it happens) your ski boots, one forgotten item can derail an entire day. That’s why this ski touring packing checklist exists.
This interactive checklist is designed to help you gear up confidently and completely, whether you’re heading out for a quick dawn patrol or a multi-day traverse where you’ll be spending storm days in a tent. From avalanche safety tools to base layers and fuel for the climb, this ski touring packing list has everything you’ll need for a successful and safe day in our beautiful backcountry playground.