Gear You Need
This is by no means an extensive list, just a suggestion on what you might need.
Day Hike Essentials
- Hiking Shoes/Boots
- Hiking Socks
- Comfortable Daypack
- Water (at least 2L)
- Snacks (energy bars, nuts, dried fruit)
- Hat & sunglasses
- Sunscreen & lip balm
- Lightweight rain jacket
- Fully charged phone
- Trekking poles (optional but useful)
- Comfortable shoes and dry clothes for after
Weekend Hike Essentials
- Everything from the Day Hike Essentials list
- Sleeping bag
- Headlamp or flashlight (with extra batteries)
- Power bank & charging cables
- Personal medication
- Extra clothing (warm layers, rain gear, comfortable camp clothes)
- Toiletries & small towel
- Camp shoes/sandals for relaxing at base camp