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Cottonwood-Marble Gear Checklist

Everything you need for your Cottonwood-Marble adventure. 1 required items and 1 recommended items.

2Total Items
1Required
1Recommended
🎒
Required
BearVault

BV500 Bear Canister

Required for wilderness areas with bear activity

2 lbs 9 ozrequiredfood-storage
$79.95
🎒
Recommended
Nemo

Nemo Hornet Elite 2P

Ultralight 2-person tent perfect for backpacking

2 lbsultralightbackpacking
$449.95

Gear Tips for Cottonwood-Marble

⚠️ Required Gear

  • •Capacity for at least a gallon of water per person per day
  • •Paper map and compass. There is no cell service on most park roads
  • •Sun protection that covers you, because there is no shade in the washes
  • •A vehicle with 4x4 and high clearance, plus a real spare
  • •Shoes you do not mind soaking at the springs

✓ Recommended Gear

  • •Satellite messenger, since rescue can be many hours away
  • •Gaiters for the deep sand approach
  • •Extra tire plug kit. Flats are a common consequence of the road
  • •Water filter for spring water

💡 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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