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Canyonlands Day Use Gear Checklist

Everything you need for your Canyonlands Day Use adventure. 1 required items and 1 recommended items.

2Total Items
1Required
1Recommended
🎒
Required
BearVault

BV500 Bear Canister

Required for wilderness areas with bear activity

2 lbs 9 ozrequiredfood-storage
$79.95
🎒
Recommended
Nemo

Nemo Hornet Elite 2P

Ultralight 2-person tent perfect for backpacking

2 lbsultralightbackpacking
$449.95

Gear Tips for Canyonlands Day Use

⚠️ Required Gear

  • •High-clearance low-range 4WD vehicle, or a mountain bike you can fix in the field
  • •All water for the day; there is none on any of these roads
  • •Full-size spare, recovery gear and the ability to use them
  • •The printed or downloaded permit PDF

✓ Recommended Gear

  • •Satellite messenger — there is no cell service on the loop
  • •A second vehicle in the party, since NPS advises travelling in groups of 2-3 self-rescue-capable vehicles
  • •More daylight than you think you need for a one-day White Rim attempt

💡 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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