The Perfect Beach Day Packing List

Our goal is for kids and adults alike to be happy, entertained, and comfortable to spend at least a few hours there.

When we go to the beach, we do it right. Carrying all of the equipment (and oftentimes a kid or 2) can be very difficult and can sometimes make you feel like the whole thing is not worthwhile. A beach cart makes it a breeze. Every single items fits inside and the wheels really work on the sand. It is hands-down our best beach purchase we made.

We leave everything in the list below in our trunk for the season (besides for the food items of course).

What to Bring to the Beach

  • 2 beach chairs
  • 2 boogie boards
  • lifejacket – for the little ones
  • sunscreen
  • sand toys
  • water bottles
  • healthier snack – fruit/ apple sauce pouches/ pretzels
    * The kids will eat anything when they are starving.
  • baby powder: The magic end-of-beach-trip tool.
    * Do NOT try to get sand off with water (unless the beach is equipped with a beach shower). Small amounts of water will just get the sand to stick to your body.

Tommy Bahama

Wonder Wheeler Beach Cart

Its wheels go through the sand very evenly. It does not tip over. It holds two chairs, it could hold four chairs. It holds an umbrella, it holds a cooler –

It holds anything that you can imagine and you can still roll it across the sand.

Sand Free Mat

No more struggling with sand in your food or belongings.

Microfiber Beach Towel

Simply give it a shake and all sand will fall off, leaving you free to enjoy the sand-free experience.

Body Glove

Paddle Pals Learn to Swim Life Vest

Their patented shoulder harness helps keep the vest from sliding up or shifting, making it hard for kids to remove on their own compared to basic vests or Puddle Jumpers.

Sunscreen for the Whole Family

Banana Boat Spray

Sandcastle Kit

This one has some nice details for older kids.

Contigo

Aubrey Kids Water Bottles

This water bottle really is spill-proof. It also has a protective spout cover that keeps out dirt, sand, and germs. The actual spout never comes in contact with dirty hands. We use these all the time: on trips, at camp, and even around the house.

Shop 24oz here.

Baby Powder

Buy the off brand since you’ll be using lots.

It gets ALL the sand off. Once in the parking lot and near your car, apply baby powder liberally and wipe off with a DRY towel (I keep a dry hand towel in the car specifically for this). 95% of sand will come off effortlessly.

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Miriam Fried

Miriam Fried is a mother of 2 (soon to be 3) adorable kids. She recently had the privilege to become a self-employed SAHM and is grateful to have more time to do the things she loves, especially creating great memories with her family, whether at home or out of the house.

One response to “The Perfect Beach Day Packing List”

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    goldie

    baby powder totally did not work.

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