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Wave Daily Lottery Gear Checklist

What to carry on Wave Daily Lottery, and why. 7 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Wave Daily Lottery

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    A GPS-enabled mobile device to apply from inside the geofence

  • Bring

    At least a gallon of water per person for the hike

  • Bring

    Downloaded maps or a GPS track

    there is no trail and no cairns

  • Bring

    Sun protection; there is no shade in the permit area

  • Bring

    A power bank

    since the application, the results and your map all run off the same phone

  • Bring

    Traction for slickrock in winter

  • Bring

    A vehicle with reasonable clearance for House Rock Valley Road

6 people can go on one permit. Split this list between them 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 Wave Daily Lottery — the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument 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 Wave Daily Lottery

💡 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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