Longs Peak Prep - Gear List

From the Top of Longs Peak

Here is a list of recommended gear to include on your person for the hike.  If there is anything that I missed let me know.

Gear List:

Sustenance

Longs Peak Narrows from Near

• lots of water - 4 liters to be safe, no flowing water on the trail, its good to have a little extra, we might be able to stash water on the trail for the way down
• food - at least 4,000 calories worth, its good to have a little extra; food that stores well: energy bars, candy, sandwhich, etc.

Clothing/Body Protection

• jacket/extra clothing - wear layers as the temp changes drastically and the wind most likely will be chilling (recommend three layers: jacket long sleeve shirt, t-shirt)
• extra pair of socks (or two) the snow melt will mean that the trail could be muddy (having dry socks is a huge bonus)
• gloves
• hat 
• sunglasses
• rain gear

Longs Peak Narrows from Far

Accessories

• backpack to carry extra water, food, clothing, accessories
• sunscreen
• headlamp or flashlight, i have three head lamps, I can loan out two
• TP - very important, i will have enough for everybody
• basic first aid kit
• crampons are recommended to have in your pack, I will call Ranger Station prior to hiking to see if this is necessary
• map (i will have)
• whistle
• phone (there is service at the top)
• camera
• hiking sticks (takes weight off your knees and ankles)
• aspirin
• can of Mountain Dew