Mountain Picnic Shopping List

A mountain picnic needs more than sandwiches and a blanket. You’ll need food that travels well, enough drinks for the first hours, serving equipment, seating, shade or shelter, and a way to handle waste and handwashing outdoors. This shopping list also covers practical items that are easy to overlook, such as gas cartridges, bottle openers, water jugs and a first aid kit. Check the route, weather and access conditions before buying anything bulky or temperature-sensitive.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Picnic tablesqty 6
Folding chairsqty 50
Picnic blanketsqty 12
Tableclothsqty 6
Party tentsqty 2

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 60
Reusable bowlsqty 60
Reusable cupsqty 80
Coffee cupsqty 50
Reusable cutleryqty 70
Serving plattersqty 10
Serving tongsqty 6
Pitchersqty 8

Kitchen

Coolersqty 6
Thermos flasksqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 4
Kitchen knivesqty 4
Bread knivesqty 3
Bottle openersqty 3
Water jugsqty 6

Equipment

Portable gas burnersqty 2
Gas cartridgesqty 4
Extension cordsqty 2

Lighting

LED lanternsqty 8
String lightsqty 4

Sports equipment

Frisbeesqty 4
Picnic ballsqty 3

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 6
Handwashing stationsqty 2
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

Catering

Groceries
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- Multigrain rolls - 50 pieces
- Wraps - 40 pieces
- Baguettes - 8 pieces
- Young cheese - 3 kilos
- Brie - 1.5 kilos
- Back ham - 2 kilos
- Smoked chicken breast - 2 kilo
- Hummus - 2 kilos
- Cream cheese - 1 kilo
- Egg salad - 1.5 kilos
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Strawberry jam - 2 jars
- Butter - 1 kilo
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 bottles
- Pesto - 3 jars
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Arugula - 1 kilo
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Bell peppers - 12 pieces
- Red onions - 1 kilo
- Carrots - 2 kilo
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Apples - 50 pieces
- Bananas - 40 pieces
- Melons - 4 pieces
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Pasta salad - 5 kilos
- Potato salad - 4 kilos
- Mixed nuts - 2 kilos
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Olives - 6 jars
- Pickles - 4 jars
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Brownies - 60
- Muesli bars - 60 pieces
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Fruit juice - 8 liters
- Sparkling water - 8 bottles
- Still water - 12 bottles
- Iced tea - 6 bottles
- Alcohol-free beer - 5 crates
- White wine - 12 bottles
- Rosé - 8 bottles
- Red wine - 4 bottles
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Honey - 2 jars
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Salt - 1 pack
- Olive oil - 2 bottles
- Balsamic vinegar - 1 bottle
- Fresh basil - 6 bunches
- Herb mix - 2 jars
- Ice cubes - 20 kilo
- Aluminum foil - 4 rolls
- Plastic wrap - 4 rolls
- Sandwich bags - 2 boxes
- Napkins - 200 pieces
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Trash bags - 40 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Cleaning sponges - 10 pieces
- Hand soap - 2 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 4 bottles
- Toilet paper - 12 rolls

Tips

Plan around two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then add water for the walk and the time spent eating. Bring extra water jugs if there is no reliable drinking-water point at the picnic area.
Pack food in separate coolers: keep drinks together for easy access and reserve another cooler for dairy, toppings, cut fruit and vegetables. Fill the coolers before departure and avoid opening the food cooler repeatedly.
Allow one reusable plate, bowl, cup and set of cutlery per person, plus a small spare supply for dropped or dirty items. Add serving platters, tongs, pitchers and at least one bottle opener before leaving.
Mountain weather can change quickly, so include tablecloths, picnic blankets and party tents or other shelter where permitted. Pack LED lanterns or string lights if the group may stay into low light, and check whether extension cords or gas burners are allowed.
Put waste bins, handwashing stations and the first aid kit where the arrival team can reach them immediately. Buy or pack these before the food run; they are often forgotten when attention goes to bread, toppings and fruit.

Frequently asked questions

How much food do I need for a mountain picnic?: Plan one substantial portion per person, plus extra bread, toppings, fruit and vegetables for roughly 10% more guests than the confirmed list. Pack dietary alternatives separately after collecting requirements.
How many drinks should I buy for a mountain picnic?: Allow two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then add drinking water for the route and the rest of the picnic. Bring additional water if the location has no dependable refill point.
What should I pack to keep mountain picnic food cold?: Use coolers with enough space to keep perishable food below a safe temperature, and separate drinks from food so the food cooler stays closed. Pack the coolers shortly before departure and take them directly to the picnic area.
When should I check the weather for a mountain picnic?: Check the forecast when you finalize the shopping and again the day before departure. Send a final weather update on the morning of the picnic, especially if tents, lighting or a route change may be needed.

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