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Cottonwood Campground permit
Cottonwood Gear Checklist
What to carry on Cottonwood, and why. 9 more are worth the pack space.
9Total Items
9To bring
What to bring on Cottonwood
Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.
- Bring
Water treatment
a filter or chemical purification. The park's own North Kaibab guidance is to treat the taps as a gift and not rely on them
- Bring
At least 3 litres of carrying capacity per person
- Bring
Electrolytes for the climb out
- Bring
Sun hat and long sleeves; the burned section above Supai Tunnel has no shade left
- Bring
Headlamp for an early start
- Bring
Trekking poles
4,161 feet is a long way up
- Bring
Camp shoes for the Bright Angel Creek ford to Ribbon Falls
- Bring
Rain shell for the July-September monsoon
- Bring
A shirt you can soak in the creek
11 people can go on one permit. Split this list between them so nobody carries two stoves.
Plan a trip hereGeneral backcountry gear
General backcountry kit. Grand Canyon National Park's own rules for this permit are above.
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Gear Tips for Cottonwood
💡 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.