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Lassen Volcanic Wilderness permit

Lassen Wilderness Gear Checklist

What to carry on Lassen Wilderness, and why. 9 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Lassen Wilderness

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    An approved bear canister between April 16 and November 30

  • Bring

    A stove

    because fires are prohibited park-wide in the wilderness

  • Bring

    Water filter or treatment for lake and creek water

  • Bring

    Warm layers. Nights at 6,000 to 8,000 feet drop hard even in August

  • Bring

    Trash bag

    since everything including food waste gets packed out

  • Bring

    Head net for the mosquito peak in July

  • Bring

    Microspikes for early-season snow on north-facing slopes

  • Bring

    Swim towel for Snag Lake and Horseshoe Lake in late summer

  • Bring

    Printed zone and closure map from the park

10 people can go on one permit. Split this list between them so nobody carries two stoves.

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General backcountry gear

Kit we recommend for backcountry trips in general. This is not a checklist specific to Lassen Wilderness — the Lassen Volcanic National 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 Lassen Wilderness

💡 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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