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Wingate Hike-In Tent Sites permit

Wingate Hike-In Gear Checklist

What to carry on Wingate Hike-In, and why. 6 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Wingate Hike-In

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    All the water for your stay

    there is no water available for RV fillups anywhere at Dead Horse Point and the park tells campers to arrive with tanks and containers full

  • Bring

    Stakes that hold in packed mesa ground; the tent pad is 15 by 16 feet

  • Bring

    Sun protection and shade layers beyond the site's shade shelter

  • Bring

    Warm layers for 5,900-foot desert nights, in every season

  • Bring

    A headlamp for the walk between the parking area and the site

  • Bring

    Firewood bought in advance, plus a lighter, for the site fire ring

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 Wingate Hike-In — the Dead Horse Point State 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 Wingate Hike-In

💡 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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