{"id":21414,"date":"2016-09-20T11:57:02","date_gmt":"2016-09-20T18:57:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/?p=21414"},"modified":"2023-06-08T15:28:02","modified_gmt":"2023-06-08T22:28:02","slug":"grand-teton-national-park-backpacking-gear-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/blog\/travel\/grand-teton-national-park-backpacking-gear-list","title":{"rendered":"Grand Teton National Park Backpacking Packing List"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"cb-itemprop\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"><div class=\"text parbase section\">\n<div class=\"mb10\">\n<p>The towering peaks of the Teton Range have drawn generations of hikers and climbers to explore its more than 200 miles of trails. If you\u2019re ready to head into the backcountry, here\u2019s a checklist to help you plan your trip.<\/p>\n<p>The following list is designed for a non-guided backpacking trip in Grand Teton National Park. (For information about visiting the park, see&nbsp;<a href=\"\/blog\/travel\/grand-teton-national-park-visitor-guide\"><u>our guide<\/u><\/a>.) The list includes some environment-specific options for the park\u2019s backcountry. If you\u2019re going with a commercial group, check with the guide company to see what items it provides.<\/p>\n<p>Included in this list are the Ten Essential Systems you should have on every backcountry trip: navigation; sun protection; insulation; illumination; first-aid supplies; fire starter; repair kit and tools; nutrition; hydration; emergency shelter. To learn more, see our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/learn\/expert-advice\/ten-essentials.html\">Ten Essentials article<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text parbase section\">\n<div class=\"mb10\">\n<h3>Equipment<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/backpacking-packs\">Backpacking Pack<\/a>&nbsp;(big enough for a bear canister) and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/pack-rain-covers\">raincover<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/day-packs\">Small daypack<\/a>&nbsp;(optional)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/backpacking-tents\">Tent<\/a>&nbsp;with guylines and repair sleeve<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/tent-footprints\">Tent footprint<\/a>&nbsp;(optional)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/sleeping-bags\">Sleeping bag<\/a>&nbsp;(15\u00b0\u201329\u00b0F or suitable for the season you go)<\/li>\n<li>Waterproof&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/stuff-sacks\">stuff sack<\/a>&nbsp;for your sleeping bag<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/sleeping-pads\">Sleeping pad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/whistles\">Whistle<\/a>&nbsp;(plus&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/signal-mirrors\">signaling mirror<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/altimeter-watches\">Multifunction watch with altimeter<\/a>&nbsp;(altimeter feature is optional)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/knives\">Knife<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/multi-tools\">multi-tool<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/compasses\">Compass<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/gps\">GPS<\/a>&nbsp;(optional)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/search.html?q=grand+teton+maps&amp;pagesize=90&amp;ir=q%3Agrand+teton+maps&amp;page=1\">Topo Map(s)<\/a>&nbsp;and route description or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/search.html?q=grand+teton+guides&amp;pagesize=90&amp;ir=q%3Agrand+teton+guides&amp;page=1\">guidebook<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/trekking-poles-hiking-staffs\">Trekking poles<\/a>&nbsp;(optional)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/led-headlamps\">LED headlamp<\/a>&nbsp;with&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/batteries\">extra batteries<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/water-treatment\">Backup water treatment system<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/backpacking-stoves\">Stove<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/stove-fuel\">fuel<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;repair kit<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/matches\">Matches<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/lighters\">lighter<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/cookware-and-dinnerware\">Cookset, dishes, bowls, utensils, cups<\/a>&nbsp;(measuring\/drinking)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/bear-resistant-food-containers\">Bear canister<\/a>&nbsp;Required in backcountry. The park service loans them for free at Grand Teton. Or bring your own IGBC-approved (Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee) canisters.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/gear-repair\">Repair kits for sleeping pad and other gear; duct tape strips<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/fire-starters\">Fire starter<\/a>&nbsp;(for emergency survival fire)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text parbase section\">\n<div class=\"mb10\">\n<h3>Clothing and Footwear<b><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Because of Grand Teton\u2019s base elevation (6,800 ft.), the average daily high temperature during summer months is 75\u00b0\u201380\u00b0F, while the&nbsp;<b>average daily low is 35\u00b0\u201342\u00b0F<\/b>. At higher elevations, both of those averages will be lower. If you\u2019re camping in the backcountry, be sure to bring insulated clothing.<\/p>\n<p>Although July and August tend to be the driest months, afternoon thunderstorms are still common, so rain gear is also required.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/briefs-and-boxers\">Wicking, quick-drying underwear<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/womens-sports-bras\">Wicking, quick-drying sports bra<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/long-underwear\">Wicking, quick-drying long underwear<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/c\/hiking-shirts\">Wicking, quick-drying T-shirt and long-sleeve shirt<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Quick-drying&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/hiking-pants\">pants<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/hiking-shorts\">shorts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/fleece-jackets\">Fleece jacket<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/fleece-vests\">vest<\/a>, or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/insulated-jackets\">insulated jacket<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/insulated-vests\">vest<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/fleece-pants\">Fleece pants<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/insulated-jackets\">Midweight down or synthetic jacket<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/rain-jackets\">Waterproof\/breathable rain jacket<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/rain-pants\">Waterproof\/breathable rain pants<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/bandanas\">Bandana<\/a>&nbsp;or Buff<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/sun-hats\">Sun-shielding hat<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/ball-caps\">ball cap<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/winter-hats\">Winter hat<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/gloves-and-mittens\">Warm gloves or mittens<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/hiking-boots\">Hiking boots<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/hiking-shoes\">shoes<\/a>&nbsp;suited to terrain<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/hiking-socks\">Socks<\/a>&nbsp;(synthetic or wool) plus spares<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/leg-gaiters\">Gaiters<\/a>&nbsp;(for added tick protection)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/sandals\">Sandals<\/a>&nbsp;(for fording streams and relaxing in camp)<a name=\"Personal_Items\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/swimwear\">Swimwear<\/a>&nbsp;(optional)<\/li>\n<li>Change of clothes to leave in car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text parbase section\">\n<div class=\"mb10\">\n<h3>Personal Items<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/sunglasses\">Sunglasses<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/water-bottles\">Water bottles<\/a>&nbsp;(3) or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/hydration-reservoirs\">hydration reservoirs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/sunscreen\">Sunscreen<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/lip-balm\">Lip balm<\/a>&nbsp;(SPF rated)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/camp-toothbrushes\">Toothbrush<\/a>&nbsp;with cover and biodegradable toothpaste<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/soap-and-shampoo\">Biodegradable soap<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Toilet paper<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/camp-shovels\">Sanitation trowel<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Hand sanitizer<\/li>\n<li>Women\u2019s hygiene items<\/li>\n<li>Personal wipes<\/li>\n<li>Spare eyeglasses or contact lenses<\/li>\n<li>Medications<\/li>\n<li>Plastic zip-top bags<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/food-storage-containers\">Odor-blocking storage bags<\/a>&nbsp;(optional, to cleanly stow trash in a bear canister)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/insect-repellent\">Insect repellent<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/bear-spray\">Bear spray<\/a>&nbsp;(optional)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/first-aid-kits\">First-aid kit<\/a>&nbsp;(see our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/learn\/expert-advice\/first-aid-checklist.html\">First-Aid Checklist<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/camp-towels\">Quick-drying towel<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Camera or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/helmet-cameras\">helmet cam<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/memory-cards\">extra memory cards<\/a>&nbsp;(optional)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/binoculars\">Binoculars<\/a>&nbsp;(optional)<\/li>\n<li>Cell phone (don\u2019t rely on service and switch off international roaming)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/satellite-messengers\">Satellite communicator<\/a>&nbsp;\/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/personal-locator-beacons\">personal locator beacon<\/a>&nbsp;(optional)<\/li>\n<li>Field guide(s); star identifier (optional)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/journals\">Journal<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/pens\">pen<\/a>&nbsp;and e-reader or reading material (optional)<\/li>\n<li>Fishing gear (optional)<\/li>\n<li>Fishing permit (optional; see the park\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nps.gov\/grte\/planyourvisit\/fish.htm\">fishing page<\/a>&nbsp;for requirements)<\/li>\n<li>Credit card; small amount of cash<\/li>\n<li>Wilderness permit<\/li>\n<li>National Parks pass (yearly pass available from REI.com)<\/li>\n<li>Trip itinerary left with friend and under car seat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text parbase section\">\n<div class=\"mb10\">\n<h3>Food<\/h3>\n<p>Quantity varies depending on activity and length of trip.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Breakfast (oatmeal, granola,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/freeze-dried-breakfasts\">freeze-dried breakfast<\/a>, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Lunch (bagels, summer sausage, cheese, smoked salmon, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Dinner (pasta, couscous, rice,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/freeze-dried-dinners\">freeze-dried dinner<\/a>, etc.)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/snacks\">Snacks<\/a>&nbsp;(cookies, GORP, jerky, candy bars, dried fruit, etc.)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/energy-gels\">Energy gels<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/bars\">Energy bars<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/c\/sport-drinks\">Electrolyte replacement drink mix<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Extra day\u2019s supply of food<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text parbase section\">\n<div class=\"mb10\">\n<h3>Related Articles<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/learn\/expert-advice\/ten-essentials.html\">The Ten Essentials<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/learn\/expert-advice\/backpack.html\">Backpacks: How to Choose<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/learn\/expert-advice\/backpacking-how-to-cross-train.html\">Backpacking: Training Tips and Exercises<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The towering peaks of the Teton Range have drawn generations of hikers and climbers to explore its more than 200 miles of trails. If you\u2019re ready to head into the backcountry, here\u2019s a checklist to help you plan your trip. The following list is designed for a non-guided backpacking trip in Grand Teton National Park. 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