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Environmental Campsite #2 permit

Env Site 2 Gear Checklist

What to carry on Env Site 2, and why. 6 more are worth the pack space.

6Total Items
6To bring

What to bring on Env Site 2

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    All your water, carried in

    there is none at the site

  • Bring

    Purchased firewood; the nearest source is the Pfeiffer Big Sur entrance kiosk 11 miles north at $12 a bundle

  • Bring

    A pack or duffel you can carry a quarter mile over uneven ground, more than once

  • Bring

    A windproof shell and warm layers

    this is an exposed coastal grove

  • Bring

    A headlamp for the walk between the site and the toilets

  • Bring

    A camp stove; the fire ring is not a reliable cooking plan in fire season

4 people can go on one permit. Split this list between them so nobody carries two stoves.

Plan a trip here

General backcountry gear

General backcountry kit. Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park's own rules for this permit are above.

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Recommended
Wild Ideas

Bearikade Weekender

Ultralight carbon fiber bear canister. IGBC certified.

1 lb 15 ozultralightcarbon-fiber
$325
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Recommended
Katadyn

BeFree 1L

Ultralight collapsible filter system.

2 ozultralightfast-flow
$44.95
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Recommended
BearVault

BV500 Bear Vault

The most popular bear canister for Sierra backpacking. Fits 7 days of food.

2 lbs 9 oz7-day capacityapproved
$89.95
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Recommended
Black Diamond

Distance Carbon Z

Lightweight folding carbon poles.

1 lb 1 ozcarbonfolding
$169.95
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Recommended
Sawyer

Sawyer Squeeze

The most popular water filter for backpacking.

3 ozpopularreliable
$37.95

Gear Tips for Env Site 2

💡 Pro Tips

  • •Weigh your pack before you go. A lighter pack makes for a happier hike.
  • •Rent expensive gear if you are trying a new activity for the first time.
  • •Test all new gear at home before hitting the trail.
  • •Some items are required seasonally. Check current regulations.

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