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White Rim Road permit

White Rim Gear Checklist

What to carry on White Rim, and why. 10 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on White Rim

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    Minimum 1 gallon (4L) water per person per day

  • Bring

    High-clearance 4WD vehicle with low range

    if driving

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    Mountain bike with wide tires for sand

    if biking

  • Bring

    Shade shelter

    no natural shade at most camps

  • Bring

    Full-size spare tire and repair kit

  • Bring

    Support vehicle for bikers to carry water and gear

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    Tow straps and recovery gear

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    Satellite communicator

    no cell service

  • Bring

    Extra fuel

    there are no services on the road, and NPS warns a tow out of the backcountry runs over $1,000

  • Bring

    Bike repair kit including extra tubes and chain links

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 White Rim — the Canyonlands 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 White Rim

💡 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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