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Little Jackass Creek Camp permit

Little Jackass Gear Checklist

What to carry on Little Jackass, and why. 10 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Little Jackass

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    All your drinking water, or a filter and a creek plan

    the park has no potable water

  • Bring

    A bear canister for food and scented items

  • Bring

    Full trash carry-out capacity

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    Boots for steep, rugged trail

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    Warm, waterproof layers for persistent fog

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    A tide table for shoreline sections

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    A long lens, so sea lions can be watched without approach

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    Trekking poles for steep creek descents

  • Bring

    A satellite messenger

    help may not arrive for hours

  • Bring

    An itinerary left with someone at home

Going as a group? Split this list between you so nobody carries two stoves.

Build a shared list

General backcountry gear

Kit we recommend for backcountry trips in general. This is not a checklist specific to Little Jackass — the Sinkyone Wilderness State Park rules for this permit are above.

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Recommended
Wild Ideas

Bearikade Weekender

Ultralight carbon fiber bear canister. IGBC certified.

1 lb 15 ozultralightcarbon-fiber
$325
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Recommended
Katadyn

BeFree 1L

Ultralight collapsible filter system.

2 ozultralightfast-flow
$44.95
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Recommended
BearVault

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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Recommended
Black Diamond

Distance Carbon Z

Lightweight folding carbon poles.

1 lb 1 ozcarbonfolding
$169.95
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Recommended
Sawyer

Sawyer Squeeze

The most popular water filter for backpacking.

3 ozpopularreliable
$37.95

Gear Tips for Little Jackass

💡 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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