You could say it’s a dream of ours to visit Yosemite National Park. With its vastness and stark beauty, it’s easy to see why. But there’s more to it than that. Yosemite is a place of historical wonder with age-old mysteries buried deep within its rocks. A geological treasure that holds the answers to many of life’s big questions.
There really isn’t a bad time to visit Yosemite, but summer through to the end of September is the warmest time to go. No matter what the season, for a hiking trip, you’ll need to take a backpack or two with you. Backpacks are the quintessential gear when it comes to hiking. You’ll need one that will get you to the site like the Class Backpack, and a lighter one for daily hiking trips like the Velocity Backpack.
What To Pack In Your Day Pack
- Water
- Healthy Snacks/Protein Bars
- Sunscreen/Lip Balm
- Insect Repellant
- Map and Compass
- Cell Phone
- Binoculars/Camera
- First Aid Kit
- Hand Sanitizer
- Swiss Army Knife
- Flashlight
- Extra Clothes
- Watch
- Sunglasses
Temperatures in the morning when you’re just heading out will be cool enough for a light, waterproof shell or fleece jacket. By lunchtime, you’ll be ready to lose a layer or two. So make sure you have a good selection of dry, waterproof, comfortable, sporty clothes that are right for the season.
Pack The Essentials
- Underwear
- Base Layers
- First Layers
- Mid-Layers
- Outer Layers
- Socks
- Accessories
- Footwear
- Toiletries
One thing to bear in mind is not to skimp on quality. The difference between a good pair of hiking shoes and a bad pair will make all the difference to how much you enjoy this hiking holiday. The same goes with your clothing. Investing in some gear made of high-tech fabric that is easy to clean and dries fast is worth every penny. If it keeps you warm and waterproof, pack it!
What To Pack For A Hiking Trip
- 3 pairs of comfortable hiking socks – thermal socks for winter, and moisture-wicking socks for summer
- 2 high-tech fabric walking shirts – one short-sleeve, one long-sleeve
- 1 fleece jacket, preferably waterproof
- 1 thermal vest
- 1 parka (winter only)
- 1 pair of hiking boots
- 1 pair of walking shoes
- 2 pairs of waterproof pants, preferably ones that unzip into shorts
- Hat, gloves and neck warmer
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Stay Fit,
The Fitmark Team
