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Grand Gulch permit

Grand Gulch Gear Checklist

What to carry on Grand Gulch, and why. 1 item is written into the permit rules and 9 more are worth the pack space.

10Total Items
1Required
9To bring

What to bring on Grand Gulch

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list. One item is written into the permit rules, and every one of those carries the rule it comes from.

  • Required

    WAG bags for human waste

    Permit rule: “Pack out all waste including human waste”

  • Bring

    Water filter

    seasonal pools and springs

  • Bring

    Detailed maps

  • Bring

    Sturdy footwear for rocky terrain

  • Bring

    Sun protection

  • Bring

    Binoculars for viewing ruins from distance

  • Bring

    Camera with telephoto for details

  • Bring

    Camp shoes for wet crossings

  • Bring

    Trekking poles

  • Bring

    Leave No Trace ethic

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 Grand Gulch — the Cedar Mesa / Bears Ears rules for this permit are above.

🎒
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 Grand Gulch

💡 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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