Recommended supplies
(Strongly) Recommended supplies for the hike.
- 4-6 quarts (1-1.5 gal) of water/energy drinks
(This is extremely important. There is no drinkable water available on the hike. Dehydration is a serious problem.)
- Hiking boots or heavy duty walking shoes - broken in many weeks before the hike. New boots/shoes can cause serious blisters.
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Light jacket, sweater or sweatshirt for cool morning and evening
- Flashlight (it is dark at the start and likely at the finish)
- Rain Poncho (optional)
- Small First Aid Kit (optional)
Food suggestions
- Breakfast (before the hike) - yogurt, muffins, cheese sticks, orange juice
- Lunch - sourdough rolls, salami, beef jerky, peanut butter, nuts, fruit
- Snack - energy bars*, granola bars, fruit, nuts, trail mix
- Dinner - provided at Curry Village
*Energy bars really work!
