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RecommendedWild Ideas
Bearikade Weekender
Ultralight carbon fiber bear canister. IGBC certified.
1 lb 15 ozultralightcarbon-fiber
$325
Pfeiffer Big Sur Hike/Bike Sites permit
Hike/Bike Gear Checklist
What to carry on Hike/Bike, and why. 10 more are worth the pack space.
10Total Items
10To bring
What to bring on Hike/Bike
Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.
- Bring
A bicycle or your own two feet
a vehicle disqualifies you from these sites
- Bring
Shower tokens from the kiosk
$1 for five minutes
- Bring
Firewood bought at the kiosk
- Bring
Lights and high-visibility kit for riding Highway 1
- Bring
Warm layers for a cold, shaded canyon
- Bring
Repair kit and spares
- Bring
A cooler or food bag that fits the metal storage bin
- Bring
Rain gear outside high summer
- Bring
Long sleeves and long pants for poison oak on the trails
- Bring
A Caltrans check for one-way controls before riding
Going as a group? Split this list between you so nobody carries two stoves.
Plan a trip hereGeneral backcountry gear
General backcountry kit. Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park's own 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 Hike/Bike
💡 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.
- •Some items are required seasonally. Check current regulations.