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Every item we recommend across the whole site, in one place and sorted by what it does. Search it, filter it, or browse by category.

Footwear 7

Astral Brewer 2.0 Water Shoes

Closed-toe, grippy, and fast-draining for slick river rock.

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Astral Brewer 2.0 water shoes

Closed-toe, grippy, drain fast on slick river rock

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Comfortable trail sandals

Easy on-off for the paved trails

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Merrell Moab 3 Hiking Shoes

The trail workhorse — traction and comfort on slickrock.

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NRS HydroSkin Neoprene Socks

Keeps feet warm in 50°F Virgin River water all day.

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NRS HydroSkin neoprene socks

Keep feet warm in cold snowmelt water

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Trail running / approach shoes

Sticky rubber for slickrock and the spine

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Packs 2

50-65L backpacking pack

Carries multi-day loads comfortably

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Kid-friendly daypack

Lets little ones carry their own water

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Water & Hydration 10

2L hydration bladder pack

Hands-free water for the climb

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3L hydration bladder

The single most-forgotten desert essential

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CamelBak Crux 3L Reservoir

Carry enough water for exposed, 100°F rim trails.

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Electrolyte drink mix

Water alone isn't enough at 100F

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Electrolyte tablets

Beat cramps in the heat and exposure

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Insulated water bottles

Cold water the whole walk

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Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier

Replace what desert heat pulls out of you, fast.

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Personal water filter straw

Drink from any source in a pinch

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Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter

Drink from any source — essential backcountry safety.

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Squeeze water filter

Treat creek and spring water

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Sun Protection 6

BALEAF UPF 50 Sun Hoodie

Lightweight sun cover where the trail offers no shade.

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Kids + adult sun hats

Simple sun protection for the family

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Mineral sunscreen SPF 50

Reef-safe, sweat-resistant

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Polarized sunglasses

Cut the slickrock glare

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UPF sun hoodie

All-day sun cover that breathes

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Wide-brim sun hat

No shade up there — cover up

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Clothing & Layers 2

Light grip gloves

Save your hands on the steel chains

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Quick-dry hiking pants

Won't stay soaked and chafe for miles

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Light & Navigation 3

Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp

Hands-free light for early starts and emergencies.

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Headlamp + spare batteries

Hands-free light that lasts

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Rechargeable headlamp

Camp chores and pre-dawn starts

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Safety & Emergency 6

Basic first-aid kit

Scrapes and blisters, sorted

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Compact first-aid kit

Scrapes happen on exposed rock

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Comprehensive first-aid kit

Trauma-ready, not just band-aids

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Emergency bivy / blanket

Traps body heat if you're stuck out

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Ferro rod fire starter

Reliable fire when it's wet

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Multi-tool

Pliers, blade, and drivers in one

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Camp & Overnight 4

Backpacking stove

Hot food and coffee at camp

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Inflatable sleeping pad

Insulation and comfort off cold ground

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Lightweight 2-person tent

Packable shelter for the rim

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Sleeping bag (20F)

Desert nights drop fast

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Accessories 6

20L waterproof dry bag

Keeps phone, layers, and snacks bone-dry

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Adjustable trekking poles

Third point of contact against the current

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Cooling neck towel

Instant relief on exposed switchbacks

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Emergency food bars

3-day calorie supply, long shelf life

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Trail snack pouch

Fuel for short legs

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Waterproof phone pouch

Shoot the canyon without risking your phone

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Not sure what you actually need? The Gear Builder asks six questions and sorts this list into essentials, recommended and optional for your specific trip — or start from a ready-made kit.

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