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Usal Beach Campground permit

Usal Beach Gear Checklist

What to carry on Usal Beach, and why. 10 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Usal Beach

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    All your drinking water

    there is no potable water in the park

  • Bring

    A bear canister for food and scented items, or a locked car

  • Bring

    A high-clearance vehicle, or at minimum dry weather and patience

  • Bring

    Full trash carry-out capacity

  • Bring

    Extra food and supplies in case you are stranded

  • Bring

    A paper map and a plan you have left with someone at home

  • Bring

    Tire-changing kit for six miles of rough unpaved road

  • Bring

    Warm, waterproof layers for persistent coastal fog

  • Bring

    A tide table before walking any beach section

  • Bring

    A satellite messenger

    since cellphone connectivity is limited

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 Usal Beach — 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 Usal Beach

💡 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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