Outer Banks Packing List: Everything You Need At The Beach

Here’s your OBX packing list

Planning your trip to the Outer Banks of North Carolina? First, good choice on your travel destination! We know that you will just love and enjoy it here. Now it is time to pack for your trip! If you are not too sure of what you need to pack, we are here to help. Here is the Outer Banks packing list of essentials. This list will make it easy for you to pack everything you could possibly need. This list will help you 100%, so you can just sit back and enjoy your trip.

Our Recommended Outer Banks Packing List

Pack this for your trip on the road:

  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Car Charger for phones and other devices
  • Laptop Computer to watch movies
  • Blurays or DVDs
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Roll of Paper Towels or Napkins for Clean Up
  • Travel Pillow
  • A Small Blanket
  • Road Map just in case GPS is not working due to no internet service
  • Make sure Spare Tire is in your vehicle and filled with air
  • Flashlight
  • Batteries
  • Paper and Pen
  • Coloring Book and Crayons if you have children

Things You Need For Your Stay At A Condo Rental

  • Toilet Paper
  • Clorox-Wipes
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Bedding
  • Dishwashing Liquid
  • Cleaning Spray
  • Paper Towels
  • Detergent and Dryer Sheets
  • Extra Blankets
  • Extra Pillows
  • Food and Drinks
  • Coffee and Coffee Items such as creamer and sugar
  • Coffee filters or K Cups
  • Baby Food if necessary
  • Paper plates, plastic dinnerware
  • Air Freshener if desired

Things To Pack For Your Day at the Beach or Pool

  • Sunscreen
  • Swimsuit or swim shorts
  • Hat
  • Umbrella
  • Ice Chest
  • Wagon to wheel items onto the beach
  • Sand toys if you have kids
  • Sandels
  • Snacks
  • Boogie board or floats
  • Beach ball or volleyball
  • Towels
  • Beach Bag
  • Sunglasses
  • Book or Magazine
  • Beach mat

The Clothes You Should Pack for your Trip

  • Shorts
  • Short sleeved shirts or tank tops
  • Under garments
  • Jeans
  • Sweater or sweatshirt
  • Light jacket
  • Dress or one nicer outfit for a dinner out
  • Socks
  • Pajamas
  • Shoes
  • Robe if desired

Toiletries You Should Pack For This Trip

  • Deoderant
  • Toothpaste and tooth brush
  • Comb or brush
  • Hair products
  • Shampoo and Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Hand soap
  • Blow dryer
  • Hair straightener and/or curler
  • Makeup
  • Rubber bands
  • Contact lenses solution and extra pair of contacts
  • Glasses and case
  • Razors and shaving cream
  • Moisturizing lotion
  • Cell phone charger
  • Watch
  • Camera to take amazing pictures of your trip

Here are Personal Items We Recommend For Your Trip

  • Cash
  • Change for any Tolls
  • Credit cards and bank card
  • Drivers license or Identification card

Some Just In Case Items To Consider Packing

  • Tylenol or Ibuprofen
  • Heartburn Medication
  • Motion Sickness medication
  • Any regular medications you may take
  • Bug Spray
  • First Aid Kit

If You Have An Infant Items

  • Diapers
  • Wipes
  • Baby Formula
  • Pack and Play
  • Extra Blankets
  • Their Favorite Toy
  • Stroller or Carrier

This list may seem like much, but these are items that you should consider taking with you on your trip. Some items are unnecessary as they may not apply to your travel needs. Of course, there will be items that you can pick up at a local store in the area. We sincerely hope you enjoy you stay and find use of this Outer Banks packing list.