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Bearikade Weekender
Ultralight carbon fiber bear canister. IGBC certified.
1 lb 15 ozultralightcarbon-fiber
$325
Juniper Campground permit
Juniper Gear Checklist
What to carry on Juniper, and why. 10 more are worth the pack space.
10Total Items
10To bring
What to bring on Juniper
Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.
- Bring
Extra water
the campground water source depends on spring production and drought has affected availability
- Bring
Camp stove
since fires can be restricted or prohibited when fire danger is high
- Bring
Wind-worthy tent and extra stakes for an exposed 3,000-foot shoulder
- Bring
Warm layers; the park warns of extreme heat, wind, cold, rain and snow
- Bring
Firewood bought off the mountain
- Bring
A call to 925-837-2525 or 925-837-0904 the day before arrival in fire season
- Bring
Binoculars
the agency says you can see almost 200 miles on the best days
- Bring
Long sleeves and long pants for ticks and poison oak
- Bring
A quart of water for every two hours of hiking
- Bring
Headlamp
since driving out after sunset is not allowed
Going as a group? Split this list between you so nobody carries two stoves.
Build a shared listGeneral backcountry gear
Kit we recommend for backcountry trips in general. This is not a checklist specific to Juniper — the Mount Diablo State Park rules for this permit are above.
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RecommendedKatadyn
BeFree 1L
Ultralight collapsible filter system.
2 ozultralightfast-flow
$44.95
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RecommendedBearVault
BV500 Bear Vault
The most popular bear canister for Sierra backpacking. Fits 7 days of food.
2 lbs 9 oz7-day capacityapproved
$89.95
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RecommendedBlack Diamond
Distance Carbon Z
Lightweight folding carbon poles.
1 lb 1 ozcarbonfolding
$169.95
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RecommendedSawyer
Sawyer Squeeze
The most popular water filter for backpacking.
3 ozpopularreliable
$37.95
Gear Tips for Juniper
💡 Pro Tips
- •Weigh your pack before you go. A lighter pack makes for a happier hike.
- •Rent expensive gear if you are trying a new activity for the first time.
- •Test all new gear at home before hitting the trail.
- •Check current regulations as some items may be required seasonally.
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