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Gannett Peak (Wyoming Highpoint) permit

Gannett Peak Gear Checklist

What to carry on Gannett Peak, and why. 8 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Gannett Peak

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    Glacier and snow travel equipment appropriate to the route and season

  • Bring

    Water filter or treatment; Bridger-Teton lists no potable water in this wilderness

  • Bring

    Bear-resistant food storage

  • Bring

    Full cold-weather kit

    elevations here run above 13,000 feet

  • Bring

    Navigation for a multi-day approach across a 600-mile trail system

  • Bring

    A satellite messenger

    because self-rescue is otherwise the only rescue

  • Bring

    Spare food for a weather day, which is a normal outcome here

  • Bring

    Traction and an axe well into the summer

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 Gannett Peak — the Bridger-Teton National Forest / Wind River Range 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 Gannett Peak

💡 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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