Here’s a comprehensive list of what is in my beach bag.

It’s summer and that means one very important thing: beach days have arrived.

Nothing is worse than arriving at the beach (or pool, or lake… we don’t discriminate!) and realizing you don’t have half the items you wish you had packed.

Let me tell you; I’ve been there and done that many, many times, so let me educate you on whats in my beach bag. Here are ten essential items for a day at the beach.

Table of Contents

1. Large Tote

Click to buy at Princess Polly

Canvas tote bags make the perfect beach bags. Whether you use one that has been handed out on campus full of promo items or you seek out your own printed one, they are everywhere right now.

This particular one comes in peach shade and is made of terry towel material. The tote has one main compartment and then a small mini pocket on the side for your keys, wallet, or any other smaller items you need to keep zipped up.

2. SPF!

Click to buy at Target

Sun Bum makes some of my favorite sunscreen. They have all different types at affordable prices. SPF 30 is a great place to start, but don’t be scared of going up in SPF from there.

Sun Bum sunscreens are paraben-free, cruelty-free, and vegan. They are also hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, and oil-free so they’re safe for sensitive skin.

3. Towel

Click to buy at Target

What is my favorite beach bag item? A cute towel, of course!

This printed version is only $10 and delightfully colorful; perfect for sunbathing and taking cute beach pics.

4. Cover Up

Click to buy at Urban Outfitters

A trendy cover-up is another important thing to pack in your beach bag.

This sarong from Urban Outfitters is perfect to tie over your swimwear if you have to run somewhere for food. It is light blue with butterflies, but it also comes in 4 other prints if this one isn’t for you.