Spring Break Packing List: Mountain Hideaway

Alas, it’s starting to warm up and you’re counting down the days until Spring Break so you can get some much needed R&R. While many of your friends are probably heading to a beach getaway, you’ve opted for a more relaxing mountain hideaway vacation instead.

Whether this is your first, second, or third time, packing the appropriate mountainside outfits is a must. Here is our Spring Break packing list to keep you in check.

Anorak: For a not-so-warm and not-so-cold day, your anorak is your best friend in the mountains.
Backpack: A backpack can hold all of your hiking essentials such as water, sunscreen, sunglasses, sponge towel, beanie or hat.
Flannel Shirt: Flannels are warm pieces that you can wear alone or layered -- day or night.
Ear Muffs: Ear muffs provide extra warm in case the temperature drops when you're out on a hike.
Fleece-Lined Leggings: Easy to pack and easy to wear, be sure to bring two types: regular and fleece-lined.
Gloves: You're better safe than sorry when you pack gloves to protect your hands from the cold or from rough surfaces when hiking.
Hats: A mountain hideaway can be really cold and sunny, so bring a sun visor and a beanie for extra protection.
Long Sleeve Shirt: Pack at least three long-sleeve shirts for layering and in colors that you can mix and match.
Hiking or Trail Shoes: Some people prefer hiking boots while others prefer the comfort of running shoes. Pack both and use them alternately.
Shorts: If it's warm enough, take a pair of light twill shorts that are great for hiking and lounging around.
Sunglasses: A high climb promises a change in altitude and a sunny view, so don't forget your sunglasses.
Puffer Jacket: Pack a puffer jacket with a hood for unexpected freezing temperatures in the mountains, even in spring.

Honorable Mentions:

Button Down Chambray Shirt — Chambray or denim shirts are pretty much staple pieces all year round. You can wear a button down chambray shirt with your leggings, as a layered piece or by itself for a stroll in town.
Skinny Jeans — Whether you wear them to travel to your mountain hideaway destination or you prefer to hike in them, don’t forget to pack a pair (or two) of skinny jeans.
Long-Sleeve Pajamas — Yes, there may be a heater in your mountainside hotel or cabin, but nothing is cozier than wearing a pair of long-sleeve pajamas while lounging around.
Socks — For sleeping, hiking and strolling — whatever purpose it might serve you, bring at least five pairs of socks. You might also find that you need to double up on your socks when hiking.