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Dinosaur NM Yampa River permit

Yampa Gear Checklist

What to carry on Yampa, and why. 10 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Yampa

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    A fire pan of at least 100 square inches with a 3-inch rim, elevated four inches, plus a fireproof blanket underneath

  • Bring

    A mesh strainer for dishwater and ashes

  • Bring

    Type I, III or V PFDs with a static shell and 15.5 lbs minimum buoyancy for adults

  • Bring

    Helmets for every canoeist, kayaker and paddleboarder

  • Bring

    A rescue and Z-drag kit, air pump, repair kits, spare oars and paddles, spare PFDs and first aid kits

  • Bring

    A printed copy of Boating in the Monument

  • Bring

    An IGBC-certified food container

    the monument strongly encourages it

  • Bring

    A kitchen floor tarp, which is on the required list but easy to forget

  • Bring

    Spare straps; Warm Springs has a long history of wraps

  • Bring

    Sun shelter for the Echo Park camps

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 Yampa — the Colorado Plateau Rivers 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 Yampa

💡 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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