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Split Mountain Gear Checklist

Everything you need for your Split Mountain 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 Split Mountain

⚠️ Required Gear

  • •Class III-capable boats and whitewater rescue gear
  • •Repair kit and general first aid, which NPS requires the trip leader and boatmen to be able to use
  • •All drinking water — there is none at Rainbow Park
  • •The issued permit, carried by the permit holder

✓ Recommended Gear

  • •Camping gear for the night before at Rainbow Park, given the drive
  • •Shuttle arrangements between the two ramps
  • •Layers, because the Uinta Basin swings hard between morning and afternoon

💡 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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