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Buckhorn South Backpack Sites permit

Buckhorn South Gear Checklist

What to carry on Buckhorn South, and why. 5 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Buckhorn South

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    Water

    DNR publishes a supply for the group sites but names none at the cart-in sites

  • Bring

    A way to move gear: a cart is shared between several clusters, and DNR says boat or canoe works too

  • Bring

    Rubbish bags

  • Bring

    Insect repellent

    DNR describes the rustic shelter as somewhere "campers may use it to escape the mosquitoes or to cook food out of the rain"

  • Bring

    A bear-resistant way to store food; DNR names bears on this property

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 Buckhorn South — the Buckhorn State Park (WI) 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 Buckhorn South

💡 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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