Garibaldi Day Pass Gear List
BC Parks says Garibaldi hikers must be properly equipped and prepared to be totally self-sufficient, and that day visitors should be able to camp overnight in case of injury or bad weather. It can snow any time of year.
What BC Parks says to carry
Gear to stay out overnight
Day visitors should be capable of camping overnight in case of injury, accident or extreme weather.
From BC Parks: Garibaldi trail information (PDF, updated May 19, 2026)
Adequate clothing
Mountain weather changes suddenly, and it can snow any time of year.
A bag for your garbage
There is no garbage removal service. Pack out all your garbage.
From BC Parks: Garibaldi trail information (PDF, updated May 19, 2026)
Toilet paper
It is only supplied at trailheads.
From BC Parks: Garibaldi trail information (PDF, updated May 19, 2026)
Winter kit at Diamond Head
In winter, BC Parks says to carry avalanche transceivers, probes, snow shovels and first aid kits, and to navigate with a map and compass.
Hazards
Avalanche and glacier hazard
BC Parks says both exist in the park year-round.
Very cold water
Lakes and rivers are glacier fed and extremely cold year-round.
Black Tusk
Climbing it is not recommended because of difficult navigation, fall hazard and loose rock.
From BC Parks: Garibaldi trail information (PDF, updated May 19, 2026)
Bears at Diamond Head
BC Parks reports high black bear activity in September and October, especially around Red Heather.
Rules
Not allowed
Dogs and other pets, fires and drones are prohibited in the park year-round.
Stay on the main trail
Do not shortcut, and follow the orange markers on Panorama Ridge.
From BC Parks: Garibaldi trail information (PDF, updated May 19, 2026)
Limited cell coverage
BC Parks says coverage is very limited at Garibaldi Lake.
From BC Parks: Garibaldi, Black Tusk and Garibaldi Lake area
One pass per vehicle
Each vehicle needs a pass, with up to 12 people. Download, screenshot or print it before you arrive.
Gear questions for Garibaldi
What should you bring on a Garibaldi day hike?
BC Parks says to be properly equipped and self-sufficient, to take adequate clothing because it can snow any time of year, and to be able to camp overnight if something goes wrong.
Can you bring a dog to Garibaldi?
No. BC Parks prohibits dogs and other pets in Garibaldi year-round, along with fires and drones.
Is there garbage service on Garibaldi trails?
No. BC Parks says to pack out all your garbage. Toilet paper is only supplied at the trailheads.
Sources
- BC Parks: Garibaldi Park
- BC Parks: Garibaldi trail information (PDF, updated May 19, 2026)
- BC Parks: Garibaldi, Diamond Head area
- BC Parks: Garibaldi, Black Tusk and Garibaldi Lake area
- BC Parks: day-use passes
Checked against the agency pages above on November 9, 2026. This page names no products, and it lists what the agency says, in our words. Check the agency page for rules that changed since.
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