Snow Canyon Gear Kits: Complete Printable Packing Kits

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Day Hike kit

The core kit for a dry-trail day in Snow Canyon.

Daypack, 18–25 L Qty: 1Hip belt and side bottle pockets.
Water bottles or reservoir Qty: 2–4 LCarry water for everyone. Water is on the park brochure’s “Be Prepared” list.
Electrolyte mix Qty: 1 per 2 hFor long or hot hikes. Read the label.
Trail shoes with grip Qty: 1 pairSandstone and sand need grip.
Wide-brim sun hat Qty: 1
Mineral sunscreen Qty: 1Reapply as the label says.
Sunglasses Qty: 1
Headlamp Qty: 1Even if you plan to be out before dark.
Small first-aid kit Qty: 1
Salty snacks Qty: Plenty
Paper map holder / map case Qty: 1Print the official map. Phones drop signal.

The extra layer of protection for summer and hot afternoons. The park says to avoid activity between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. in heat.

Insulated water bottle Qty: 1–2Carry water for everyone. Water is on the park brochure’s “Be Prepared” list.
Cooling towel Qty: 1
Sun hoodie, UPF 50 Qty: 1Light long sleeves block sun.
Neck gaiter / sun buff Qty: 1
Electrolyte tablets Qty: 1 tube
Small umbrella for shade Qty: 1Useful at shadeless viewpoints.
Car windshield sunshade Qty: 1The car will be hot when you get back.
Cooler for the car Qty: 1Cold water waiting at the trailhead.

For short trails with little kids: carry, shade, snacks, and spares.

Dogs are allowed on all park trails, leashed (6 ft max), and all waste goes in a bin.

6 ft fixed leash Qty: 1No long retractable leash.
Dog waste bags Qty: 1 roll
Collapsible dog bowl Qty: 1
Extra water for the dog Qty: 1
Dog booties Qty: 1 setHot ground is a real issue. Boots are a choice, not a rule.
Cooling vest for dogs Qty: 1
Dog harness Qty: 1

For first light, golden hour, and dark-sky shooting.

For an evening under the sky. Snow Canyon is on the Utah State Parks dark-sky list.

E-bikes are allowed in Snow Canyon. Posted speed limits apply.

Everything the car should carry to the park and back.

Two Snow Canyon routes need an online permit: Arch Canyon and Island in the Sky. Gear is not training. Learn with a qualified instructor first.

For a night at the Snow Canyon campground. The fees page lists non-hookup sites at $40 a night.

Want the park-specific basics first? Read packing, what to wear, and the printable checklist.