Must Have Essentials for Hiking
BY Sarah Friedman November 10 2017
Are you just getting into hiking? Then everyone is going to recommend that you pack the essentials when you go for a hike. But you may find it difficult when figuring the essentials that you need when you step into the backcountry.
It’s true, on a routine trip you may use only a few of them. Yet you’ll probably never fully appreciate the value of these 15 essentials until you really need one of them.
This checklist for hikers includes the required essentials to help people be prepared for emergency situations in the outdoors. Adapt those essentials based on weather and the remoteness of destination, as well as the experience and preferences of your group.
LE Headlamp LED
From $7.99
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Lightweight and adjustable waterproof headlamp with 4 lighting modes.
Lightweight and adjustable waterproof headlamp with 4 lighting modes.
TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Internal Frame Backpack
From $79.99
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Backpack for men, women and youth. It features a rugged internal frame backpack with a 4,000 cubic inch capacity.
Backpack for men, women and youth. It features a rugged internal frame backpack with a 4,000 cubic inch capacity.
Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew Cushion Socks
From $17.81 - $104.99
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A go-to sock for hikers who seek comfort, performance, and style.
A go-to sock for hikers who seek comfort, performance, and style.
Camping Cookware Mess Kit
From $21.99
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Built to last cookware mess kit that allows you to enjoy the great outdoors without any worry.
Built to last cookware mess kit that allows you to enjoy the great outdoors without any worry.
I Go Compact First Aid Kit
From $7.63
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It comes with 85 medical grade items in a compact, flexible, durable design.
It comes with 85 medical grade items in a compact, flexible, durable design.
TETON Sports Celsius XXL
From $69.99
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Huge multi-season sleeping bag with a high-quality design and construction
Huge multi-season sleeping bag with a high-quality design and construction
Trek Light Gear Double Hammock
From $89.90
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An extra-wide comfortable hammock that is a must-have for camping gear or outdoor gear collections.
An extra-wide comfortable hammock that is a must-have for camping gear or outdoor gear collections.
Camping Towel
From $13.95 - $16.95
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Super soft, extra absorbent & fast drying camping towel great for fitness, hiking, yoga, travel, sports, backpacking & the gym.
Super soft, extra absorbent & fast drying camping towel great for fitness, hiking, yoga, travel, sports, backpacking & the gym.
Nomader Collapsible Water Bottle
From $21.95
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A portable, durable, versatile and leak-proof water bottle that is easy to carry and attaches to your bag for quick access.
A portable, durable, versatile and leak-proof water bottle that is easy to carry and attaches to your bag for quick access.
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
From $19.95
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A must-carry tool for hiking, camping, travel, and emergencies.
A must-carry tool for hiking, camping, travel, and emergencies.
SE CC4580 MilitaryLensatic/Prismatic Sighting Compass
From $10.13
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Compass with a thermo-elastic liquid-filled capsule with floating dial. It is great for camping, scouting, hiking, and more.
Compass with a thermo-elastic liquid-filled capsule with floating dial. It is great for camping, scouting, hiking, and more.
URPOWER Tactical Flashlight
From $15.99
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A super bright flashlight that is a good choice for cycling, hiking, camping, and emergency.
A super bright flashlight that is a good choice for cycling, hiking, camping, and emergency.
Merrell Men's Moab Ventilator Hiking Shoe
From $89.99
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Made of leather/synthetic this lightweight shoe is a great choice for casual hiking and trail running.
Made of leather/synthetic this lightweight shoe is a great choice for casual hiking and trail running.
Cheerwing Self Help Outdoor Sport Camping Hiking Survival Emergency Gear Tools Box Kit Set
From $9.98
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Multifunctional self-help survival kits box for outdoor, sport, camping and hiking.
Multifunctional self-help survival kits box for outdoor, sport, camping and hiking.
2 Pack E-TRENDS Portable LED Lantern Tent Light Bulb
From $9.99
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A must-have accessory for any outdoor lover.
A must-have accessory for any outdoor lover.
