Recommended

Rain jacket/wind jacket (shell)
Fleece or insulation layer (dress in layers, avoid cotton)
Thermal underwear
Comfortable pants - try to avoid jeans
Hat- wide brim to block the sun
Winter hat to cover your ears
Gloves/Mitts
Good trail shoes
- no dress shoes
- good tread with ankle support
- running shoes will do in a pinch
Wool socks
Warm boots for those really cold days
Small day pack to carry your belongings
Sun block
Personal medication
Lip moisturizer
Sunglasses
Spirit of adventure
Emergency contact numbers
Emergency cash/credit
Health Card

Optional

Camera
Binoculars
Identification books
Note pad
Trekking pole(s)
Head lamp/flashlight for night hikes



This is only a recommended list to be used as a guideline when packing for your trip; it is by no means a complete list. Please be prepared for ALL weather conditions, as the weather can often be quite unpredictable at best. You may also want to pack a change of clothes to leave in the car, as you may get wet, muddy, and smelly.