Hiking in Utah, The Basics: What to Bring, Long/Short List
Updated: Feb 13
Spring & Summer Hiking to Waterfalls!
The basics: Be prepared, even if it's a short hike
Water - 1 liter/hour of hiking is recommended
Healthy snack (granola bar, trail mix, almonds, etc.)
Light Jacket
Warmer Jacket (high elevation hiking in spring/summer can be cool)
Sun protection like...
Hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Lip balm
First Aid Kit: Small bag with a few supplies i.e. bandaids, Neosporin
Cell phone w/ camera
Flashlight (not on your cell phone)
Rain poncho/wind protection
NOTE: Cell phone coverage may be unreliable in the canyons
Always Be Prepared for the Unexpected
You never know who YOU may rescue!
More detailed list
Extra Water
Extra Food
2 Way Radio/Walkie Talkie
Layer up w/ extra Clothing/Insulation or carry a few extra items
Rain/Wind Protection
Sun Protection (Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, lip balm)
Compass
Map
Flashlight w/ spare batteries
First Aid Kit
Emergency Kit (Whistle, matches or small lighter, candle/fire starter tabs, lightweight reflective emergency bag or space blanket, Swiss knife)
When hiking with us:
Sheryl's cell phone number: 801-278-5313
