The Family Packing Checklist We Actually Use (and Love!)
Picture this: the chaos of prepping for a family trip is finally behind you. You’ve wrestled through laundry, tracked down all the missing socks, packed the snacks, and double-checked the gear. The car is loaded, the kids are strapped in, and you’re finally on the road—vacation has officially begun!
But several miles in, your stomach drops.
You forgot something important. Maybe it’s the kids’ water bottles… the toddler potty… the stuffy your child can’t sleep without… the sunscreen… or the cooking oil. We’ve been there more times than we’d like to admit.
That’s why we created a master packing list in Google Sheets—a reusable, editable checklist that has saved us countless times from mid-trip frustration. And the best part? We’re sharing it with you—for free!
Why You’ll Love This Family Packing Sheet
This list has completely transformed how we prepare for trips. It’s:
- ✅ Reusable – no more reinventing the wheel every time you travel.
- ✅ Customizable – tailor it to fit your family’s unique needs.
- ✅ Collaborative – easily shared and edited by everyone involved.
- ✅ Satisfying – there’s even a pie chart that shows your % packed!
Packing now feels more organized—and even fun. It’s a small shift that’s made a big difference for our adventures.
How It Works
Most of the sheet is fully editable, so you can make it your own. But a couple sections are formula-powered and need to stay as-is to keep everything running smoothly.
Editable Sections:
- Sheet Name (top of the sheet)
- Trip Name
- Temperature/Weather info
- Travel Plan
- Packing Category Headings (blue rows)
- Individual Packing List Items
Do Not Edit:
These update automatically and are key to the sheet’s functionality:
- “% Packed” box with pie chart
- “What’s Left” summary on the right-hand side
🎥 Watch the quick tutorial below to see how to make the most of it:
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Ready to simplify your next trip?
