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Shoshone Lake Backcountry permit

Shoshone Lake Gear Checklist

What to carry on Shoshone Lake, and why. 9 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Shoshone Lake

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    Bear spray

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    A minimum of 30 feet of rope for the food pole

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    River-crossing shoes for the DeLacy Creek outlet, which the park puts at about a foot and a half deep

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    A stove

    campfires are not allowed at the lake sites

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    Water treatment

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    A dry suit or dry top for the channel; the park calls it swift and cold

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    A spray skirt and a boat you can drag

    the last mile of the channel is a haul

  • Bring

    A head net for late June and July

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    Gaiters for the mud on the 8T1 approach to the geyser basin

8 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 Shoshone Lake — the Yellowstone 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 Shoshone Lake

💡 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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