We’ve been hiking every week, since I’ve joined the #52hikechallenge, so I’ve started to have hiking essentials to bring with me, to make sure I’m prepared. Today I’m sharing my Hiking Essentials.
Hiking Essentials
Plan The Hike
Look on the AllTrails app or ask in a local group, so you know how long what to expect during the hike.
We personally do hikes 5 miles or shorter, so that reduces the need of preparation and what to bring on those hikes.
Bring a Backpack
I hate carrying things and with my back injury, I carry a waist pocket bag or small backpack.
My backpack is super light and has a ton of pockets.
Food & Water
I usually don’t eat, nor drink during those short trails, to avoid the need of a bathroom, but I always bring a small bottle of water and a snack bar.
I love the elevation keto bars! They are small and only have 3g of carbs, if you are on healthy lifestyle!
Nuts, cheese stick, crackers are also great snacks to bring on the trail.
Love bringing small packages of nuts with me as well!
Just remember to keep the bags inside your pocket or bag, no trash left behind.
Protect Your Skin
I apply sunblock at home and I bring it with me, because you never know.
This is my favorite because it also gives you the anti-aging element:
I also apply lipgloss or lip balm.
No need to add a ton of makeup to go hiking. For me, the products are more for protection.
Hiking Must Bring Items
All pocket size, of course!
Tissues
No need to explain, so many different needs for tissues, right?
Hand Sanitizer
Covid time means always have it with me!
Mask
I don’t hike with a mask, but I always have it with me.
Gloves
Sometimes the hike makes me too hot, so I keep my gloves in my backpack for when I need them.
Hat
I always wear a hat, winter, spring, summer or fall!
Small Flashlight
You never know what’s going to happen, so it’s always a good idea to bring a small flashlight.
Just saying!
Cell Charger/Battery
Pictures, videos, got lost?
To use apps, find your way out, call somebody , you’ll need a cellphone, so having an extra battery or wireless charger is always a good idea.
If you’re interested on other Hiking In The Winter, check this post; also Women Hiking Alone and Hiking Goals and Needs.
Can’t wait to hear what you think!
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Bagpack is so essential! Then a water bottle and some energy bars. A medicine kit is nice to have too. Extra shirts also.
Smart to bring the mask just in case. Seems like we always need it even if we think we won’t.
Those are some great points to keep in mind and it’s better to plan it all out to lessen future problems.
Thanks for sharing this. These are the items that I don’t want to forget whenever I go hiking.
Such a great list of essentials. Love the idea of small packets of nuts for a quick energy boost and also the lip balm. I always only ever remember to bring lip balm when my lips are so dry and uncomfortable. Keeping the list of the future!
These are some great essentials. I wouldn’t want to forget any of these either. Snacks are always a great idea for a hike.
This is all great information. Thanks for sharing. Adding a couple of these items to my hiking essential list.
I love hiking though it’s pretty cold here now. I look forward to the warmer weather returning and I love your choice of snacks. Burt’s Bees is a favorite too.
My husband was just mentioning that he wants to start hiking. These snacks will be great for our hikes.