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Split Mountain Gear Checklist

What to carry on Split Mountain, and why. 7 more are worth the pack space.

7Total Items
7To bring

What to bring on Split Mountain

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    Class III-capable boats and whitewater rescue gear

  • Bring

    Repair kit and general first aid, which NPS requires the trip leader and boatmen to be able to use

  • Bring

    All drinking water

    there is none at Rainbow Park

  • Bring

    The issued permit, carried by the permit holder

  • Bring

    Camping gear for the night before at Rainbow Park, given the drive

  • Bring

    Shuttle arrangements between the two ramps

  • Bring

    Layers

    because the Uinta Basin swings hard between morning and afternoon

25 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 Split Mountain — the Colorado Plateau Rivers rules for this permit are above.

🎒
Recommended
Wild Ideas

Bearikade Weekender

Ultralight carbon fiber bear canister. IGBC certified.

1 lb 15 ozultralightcarbon-fiber
$325
🎒
Recommended
Katadyn

BeFree 1L

Ultralight collapsible filter system.

2 ozultralightfast-flow
$44.95
🎒
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 Split Mountain

💡 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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