What should we plan before going to Great Smoky Mountains ??
First, check the weather reports before going out, and pack accordingly. To help in that pursuit, the list below covers just about everything we'd need for a daylong outing. And when it comes to clothing, no cotton..(but lots of people wear jeans when walk in the trail). If one gets wet, it'll take the duration of one's hike to dry.
Day Hiking: Backpacking List
-a few liters of water
-a jacket, a snack
-something to carry it all
-Longer outings typically mean the same gear, just a bit more food—break up the day by packing along a sandwich from your favorite deli for lunch.
Essentials
* Day backpack
* 2 one-liter water bottles
* Map, trail directions, or guidebook
Clothing
* Trail-running shoes or hiking boots
* Wicking t-shirt (or long-sleeved if colder)
* Fleece jacket (or vest if warmer)
* Synthetic pants/shorts (or convertible pants)
* Hiking socks/ shoes
* Sun/rain hat
* Rain/wind jacket and pants
* Fleece/wool hat*
* Gloves*
Accessories
* Food (fruits, snacks, trail mix, energy bars, or lunch)
* Sunscreen
* Knife/multi-tool
* Digital Camera
* Watch
* Band-Aids
* Bug repellent
* Hiking poles*
* Sunglasses*
*Indicates optional/depending on climate and geography
First, check the weather reports before going out, and pack accordingly. To help in that pursuit, the list below covers just about everything we'd need for a daylong outing. And when it comes to clothing, no cotton..(but lots of people wear jeans when walk in the trail). If one gets wet, it'll take the duration of one's hike to dry.
Day Hiking: Backpacking List
-a few liters of water
-a jacket, a snack
-something to carry it all
-Longer outings typically mean the same gear, just a bit more food—break up the day by packing along a sandwich from your favorite deli for lunch.
Essentials
* Day backpack
* 2 one-liter water bottles
* Map, trail directions, or guidebook
Clothing
* Trail-running shoes or hiking boots
* Wicking t-shirt (or long-sleeved if colder)
* Fleece jacket (or vest if warmer)
* Synthetic pants/shorts (or convertible pants)
* Hiking socks/ shoes
* Sun/rain hat
* Rain/wind jacket and pants
* Fleece/wool hat*
* Gloves*
Accessories
* Food (fruits, snacks, trail mix, energy bars, or lunch)
* Sunscreen
* Knife/multi-tool
* Digital Camera
* Watch
* Band-Aids
* Bug repellent
* Hiking poles*
* Sunglasses*
*Indicates optional/depending on climate and geography
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