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Paria Canyon Overnight permit

Paria Canyon Gear Checklist

What to carry on Paria Canyon, 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 Paria Canyon

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

    mandatory

    Permit rule: “WAG bags required for human waste”

  • Bring

    Water filter AND container for settling silt

  • Bring

    4L water capacity minimum

  • Bring

    Footwear that drains well

  • Bring

    Trekking poles for river crossings

  • Bring

    Gaiters to keep rocks out of boots

  • Bring

    Quick-dry clothing

  • Bring

    Wetsuit in spring/fall

  • Bring

    Camp shoes for dry feet at night

  • Bring

    Detailed topo maps

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 Paria Canyon — the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument 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 Paria Canyon

💡 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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