Hitch line
- Coupler locked and seated
- Safety chains crossed and clear
- Breakaway cable attached to the tow vehicle
- 7-pin connector seated and lights checked
- Jack fully raised and wheel chocks removed last
Travel trailer
Keep trailer-specific checks separate from bedding and pantry notes.
Travel trailer departures get messy when hitch gear, inside packing, and campsite setup all land on the same list.
At the campsite
- Level side-to-side before unhooking
- Chock wheels before touching the coupler
- Lower tongue jack, then level front-to-back
- Drop stabilizers after the trailer is level
- Check door swing and step clearance before extending the awning
Keep nearby
| Tool | Best bin |
|---|---|
| Torque wrench | Front pass-through |
| Gloves and kneeling pad | Door-side tote |
| Spare pins and clips | Truck console or hitch pouch |
| Wheel chock mallet | Outside utility tote |
Shorter trip?
Take the one-page printable
It keeps the trailer checks and first-night basics on one sheet.