Hayduke Trail Thru Hike 8.5lb Ultralight Gear List

The Hayduke Trail is an 800 mile desert hike across the state of Utah, dipping into Arizona briefly. Passing through very remote areas, involving a lot of route finding in and around canyons. There will be long water carries upwards of 30 miles, as well as long distances between resupply. Temperatures can be above 110* during the day and below freezing at night. We will be starting our hike around April 15th.
All together my baseweight is 8.5lbs (3.8kgs), but that is including 1.8lbs (0.8kg) of camera gear. So this is much closer to a 7lb kit, with a massive camera! Check out my website for specific weights of items and to see the full list! www.jupiterhikes.com/gear/
Hayduke Trail Gear List:
Shorts - tinyurl.com/ykdx7fwe
Hat - tinyurl.com/5bwua2cy
Shirt - amzn.to/4a9cRaU
Shoes - amzn.to/3wvKKnm
Watch - amzn.to/3mz7ePp
Backpack - tinyurl.com/ykhnu4fh
Pack Liner - tinyurl.com/2p8uvn7w
Quilt - tinyurl.com/yc2h5d54
Shelter - tinyurl.com/mv9f66r2
Foam Pad - tinyurl.com/3wn5zuh2
Ground Sheet - tinyurl.com/3yxhhbbn
Stakes - amzn.to/3TXTMTF
Rain Jacket - tinyurl.com/bdadk452
Fleece - tinyurl.com/4hxdpden
Beanie - tinyurl.com/3ynkyca3
Wind Pants - tinyurl.com/mtdxxztb
Socks - amzn.to/3DDlk73
Sunglasses - tinyurl.com/mrx785s6
Water Bladder - amzn.to/3V5zskj (Carrying 6L)
Water Filter - amzn.to/3UQXI9t
Spoon - amzn.to/3cA3mVG
Flashlight - tinyurl.com/5n6jkrmd
Battery - Ravpower PD Pioneer 20,000mah 60w
Charger - Ravpower PD Pioneer 30w 2-port
Camera - amzn.to/3wjb6sG
Lens - amzn.to/3IRQV8q
Microphone - amzn.to/4cBW6GY
Camera Clip - amzn.to/4cvIgpT
Watch Charger - amzn.to/3PJ5zm3
Bidet - tinyurl.com/5hav84xd
Toothbrush - amzn.to/3tkN4GY
Knife - amzn.to/3r3psb7
Trowel - amzn.to/3u6VIMr
Blister Tape - amzn.to/3qZ55f9
Chaffe Cream - amzn.to/3bNorNu
Wallet - tinyurl.com/3bbsup83
This is a trail that I have long dreamed of doing for it’s beauty, remoteness, and challenge. I hope my past desert hiking experiences have prepared me for what many say is the hardest thru hike in the United States. Having now done the Pacific Crest Trail, Arizona Trail, and Grand Enchantment Trail which are all in desert environments I think that those have been a good primer for something like this! I haven't yet done the Continental Divide Trail, but that would also be a really great thru hike to prepare for this one as they both involve route finding, long water carries, remoteness, and a whole lot of brutality.
The Hayduke Trail passes through Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, and Zion National Park. As well as some of the most scenic trails and areas in not just Utah, but Arizona, and the entire United States.
I think the Hayduke Trail is one of the most interesting thru hikes in the entire world, as well as being one of the hardest thru hikes. It will be a true adventure, and we are both super excited for it!!
It is worth mentioning that I am hiking this trail with my partner, we are not sharing much gear on this trail as I think given the difficulty it will be good to be self sufficient. She is carrying a PLB (Personal Locator Beacon) as well as a repair kit, which I am not carrying. While I am carrying our two person shelter.
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[@JupiterHikes]

As always thank you for following along! I am really looking forward to this one 🙂

[@brycedunlap]

Hayduke has been on my list of "somedays" for long time. Im super excited to watch this one when your done.

[@Casual_BackPacking]

Wow that sounds hard

[@ChrisWilliams-pw6gw]

Epic route through amazing country! I am heading to GS/Escalante in May myself. Happy Trails!

[@eric_festinger]

How does your camera perform when the weather is rainy or cold?

[@sam382]

Just remember when in Utah if you don't like the weather just wait a few hours it can change frequently throughout the day especially in the Springtime. Beware of flash floods. It can be sunny where you're at but raining miles away but can still affect where you're at.

[@014D]

A moment of silence for all ultralight hikers who got blown away by the wind.

[@tiagomateiro]

🤣😂

[@Kyemech]

🤣🤣🤣

[@airodjames]

💀💀 im ded

[@KevinSmith-wr1sy]

You always crack me up when you pull out that gossamer gear pad 😂

[@1992AJL]

I have so much respect for thru hikers who decide to carry bigger/heavier camera gear for better image quality. Us viewers are lucky as hell!

[@JupiterHikes]

I will remember this comment in two weeks when I am inevitably complaining about my camera lol

[@ExploringCanadaInfo]

Totally, full respect for the extra effort to carry camera equipment and use it.

[@user-hi3vr1fl9g]

I used the peak design capture clip on the Everest base camp trek to carry my Fuji XT-3 and similar sized f2.8 zoom. honestly, I barely noticed the camera.

[@stuartb9194]

Way too many desert creepy crawlies out there for me not to bring a tent rather than a tarp. You're a brave lad, have fun out there.

[@samueljlarson]

Yes. I'm wondering why not a better sleeping pad too, but to each their own.

[@MrA1582000]

Sunscreen, benedryl, first aid,soap,spare underware, bandana. Falls are likely on this trip. Sun harsh also.

[@Reskamo314]

So happy for you hiking season is back. Can't wait for the videos

[@Toro153]

That's the Jupiter gear list we've all grown to love

[@mariac7069]

Can't wait to see your adventures on the Hayduke! Safe travels!!

[@screwnacorn]

the piece of foam is back.. 🥲

[@Foggyfrog-]

It's been missed

[@_crane_7475]

Can't wait for the video(s) of your time on the Hayduke. Good luck, and happy trails! Much love from AL, USA!

[@former4326]

I always enjoy your videos. Thanks. Have a great time on the Hayduke. I look forward to following along!

[@rachescakes]

I’m looking forward to the cold soaking video. Happy trails!

[@davidsterne2036]

The Peak Design clip was a game changer for me. Love it.

[@mattfinch3895]

Really looking forward to seeing this. Fabulous. Thank you for sharing.

[@mercylessplayer]

3.8kg and like 800g of that is camera equipment! Mad impressive, looking forward to seeing the footage

[@NicoKupfer]

I carry also a drone and tripod for my videos, and it's about 2kg, it feels like a massive commitment sometimes

[@WALKITOFFDavidSmith]

Can’t wait to follow along. Happy hiking to you both!

[@Awomaninthewilderness]

Jupiter, super excited for you and Sprocket! Best of luck and good legs to you both. I'll certainly be watching and can't wait to see your amazing footage and narration. Yes safe out there!

[@jaketucson520]

Been looking forward to a cold soaking video for a while! I'm section-hiking the AZ Trail and want to test this method on one of my future sections. I've learned a lot from these gear videos you've done! Thanks so much for sharing all your experience!

[@ofthenearfuture]

The Hayduke sounds like a wild hike! Best of luck and look forward to your videos from the trail

[@wiskirz]

I think this was very much so a good gear breakdown for this trail

[@jhonyermo]

I sure am looking forward to watching and listening and learning Thanks again Jupe Also looking forward to the cold soak info. Good walking to you and Sprocket.

[@ryanmcdonough6179]

Excited for your trip!

[@ExploringCanadaInfo]

That Leukotape hack with the packing slip backing is gold!

[@jeffreycarman2185]

The camera gear outweighs the sleep system! Thanks for prioritizing us, the viewers!

[@TheJoePavlik]

Hope you have a great time. I could never do a tarp. Can't wait to see the videos.

[@Kyemech]

Ah hell yeah. Can't wait for the next vid!! 🤘

[@northwestwalking]

Looking forward to watching your adventure!

[@trashlight1]

You are crazy my dude. Hope you have a great time out on the trail and I can't wait to see the videos about it! :D

[@TrippinSober]

Your channel is inspirational dude! I love it!

[@manintheglass]

Watching this as I pack for my trip down to the Escalante area next week. Gonna do Coyote Gulch as an overnight and then some day hikes through slot canyons. Excited to see your Hayduke videos!

[@JohnOnEdge]

Excited for you. Have a good time! :)

[@lukasbesseghir1480]

After watching your video's for years, I did it... I bought the Colombia shirt! 😅

[@JupiterHikes]

I love them!! I hope you enjoy

Silver Ridge ✊ Try sun hoodie - shirt - soft shell combo

[@lenoredisman3192]

Can't wait to see this hike, been waiting for someone to attempt this, would love to do but with a guide. Good luck and have fun

[@TheHikingChick1]

Can't wait to follow along!

[@cue138]

Awesome to see Anda UL in the kit. I recently got myself a burrito bivy. Can't wait for weather to be better(rain mostly...) to start testing it out.

[@1z1zmike]

Sounds like a fun trip. Thanks!🙂🙏

[@jeffreyrule8143]

Best of luck on the Hayduke.

[@DDF1408]

Love that shirt too! It's great over something like the alpha (I use an airmesh), blocking wind to make a nice warm combo. Have a great hike and thanks for the vids!

[@SigfridSWE]

Love the platepus filter. Used it last year on the pct. My favorit filter

[@noeleneproud5334]

Thanks so much for the video. Look forward to your cold soak recipes, the peanut butter jar and spoon "here's my cook kit"

[@BaltistaniBoys]

Absolutely amazing helpful. Thanks for sharing your adventure. I recommend you visit the himalayan mountains k2 and Nangaparbat view point from one place moses peak. Add this sound in your bucket list.

[@geokite]

Great gear advice; just got that shirt, wow, exactly what I've been looking for. Thanks so much

[@sweetbodhisoul891]

Another great video! A special thanks for the info about the Coros dongle! I have Coros also and happy to know I don't have to take the whole entire cord! Wishing you an awesome hike :)

[@JupiterHikes]

The little dongle for me actually works better than my cord! So I just use it all the time now even at home

[@westcoastdean]

Super useful! Great vid!

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

YESSS been rocking the Ombraz LOVE them so much ordered a second pair!!✊️🔥✌️💚

[@Astro80s]

Great video mate ❤

[@JuanRamirez-jm9bp]

Thanks, I'm very interested by this trail!

[@paddle_hike]

Always fun to watch your gear lists ... I love the platypus filter.. never failed me. (You are a beast to to sleep on a GG thinlight pad like that hahahaha) Take care and good luck on this journey.

[@maverickescalante5663]

Just got a similar camera set up. Love your content 🔥

[@vanCapere]

Little tip for the leukotape: round the edges to help with unwanted peeling.

[@Go-zi1py]

You should make Jupiter one of your ultralite tents!! I think you're about the same height! How To Build The Lightest DCF Tent - @montmolar MYOG great video!!

[@JupiterHikes]

A really great tip!! I sometimes do this, but often am too lazy lol

[@denismoreau3646]

Enjoy the hike 😊

[@niccolog2166]

As someone who is getting into photography , the camera clipper looks like a fantastic idea!

[@phillipp1399]

Such an awesome adventure. Can’t wait to see how everything goes, especially navigation challenges and solutions. I wonder what the weight difference would be for a nicer little compass that would let you mark a bearing if you wanna not be checking the phone so often. Only a couple of degrees can make a difference in an hour 😬 … but I’d guess your plan is stronger than my uninformed fear!

[@cwesley2005]

Bro i love the lone peak 6s so much!!!

[@joshuasmith6928]

I cannot wait to follow along as well. One piece of gear that I missed was a bug net. As it warms up it will not be the mosquitoes but the GNATS!

[@JupiterHikes]

It was much considered but deciding to leave it behind, should I need one that's at least a very very easy thing to find along the way

[@matthockman]

God bless you man that looks to be about the most uncomfortable sleep setup I have ever seen 😂. Slick ultralight setup otherwise though!

[@misterbuckets]

Hell yes! I have the same wallet in the same colorway. Great little thing.

[@landonthings]

GG foamie FTW, he’s back, baby!!! I gotta try it lol

[@ondrej_kraus]

Nice, thank you for the information

[@stevesalter1138]

Awesome!

[@davidmersiovsky]

Nice, i use the frog toggs too!

[@AndrewSkalak]

Thanks for the video! I totally respect the 1/8 foamlite, but I have always thought that camp selection (fresh grass, pine duff, soft base) was a huge part of that choice. Having hiked quite a bit in southern Utah, I am wondering what your process is for site selection and preparation for sleeping in sand or very sandy soil.

[@henrihesse1142]

Haha, very suprised to see Suunto compass there. I'm a Finn and Suunto is a Finnish company that produces their products here in Finland

[@robertsanders8866]

Nice. Have some fun out there don’t get lost.. 👍

[@stevenbrewer8788]

I can't wait to watch your Hayduke videos! A few thoughts about your gear list: the bidet might not be the best for long-water carries. Consider tying a 10-foot section of line to your pack for lowering into canyons. I've just started on my Hayduke journey, but I found that leg protection (especially gaiters) was crucial. Happy trails, Jupiter!

[@JupiterHikes]

My partner is carrying some cordage, but from what we hear it's more necessary when solo, where as a couple we can just pass packs back and forth more easily. Still, we do have it 'as a group' !

[@BestFeminist]

Got the cleaning coupler for my sawyer filter, and that allows me to do a gravity filter with the 2L bag and a bottle threads onto the output. I need to increase my water drinkage.

[@sgtpickles1319]

Been getting into more ultralight not as a true weight savings but rather to fit more gear for my young kids to start going with us on trips. Sub-30lbs base weight may not classify as UL but for a family of 5 it is. Love the videos as always 👍

[@JupiterHikes]

I think the classification is different depending on the trip! Like a winter trip, would be dangerous with an UL pack. I think trips with kids would be dangerous, in a very different way, if you forced them to go sub 10 ;)

[@rachescakes]

I think that’s great. My first aid kit is much more robust as I need ibuprofen, benedryl, etc in kid doses and have needed them. I used to end up carrying some of my kids’ things too in order to help them lighten their packs.

[@backkat9475]

Looking forward to the trip vids! Something that doesn't have a lot of info. Good luck. Still can't imagine sleeping on that thin GG pad...lol!

[@rodoutdoors]

That's cool the tarp is 9 feet wide at the head end. That should be plenty of coverage for the both of you. I just tried out the 7x9 Borah Gear silpoly tarp and ultralight bivy in wide and it worked out great. Nice camera system. Looking forward to checking out the footage.

[@colbypark1311]

Oooh, so glad you are coming back to my State! Isn't Utah so unique? You've got the epic scenary of the Unita Highline trail and then something like the Hayduke which is just as epic but very different.

[@JupiterHikes]

Utah is the best!! I'd rather live here than most places for sure

[@meirchaimo6960]

Make sure to "seam seal" the bottom seam of the nylofume bag with packing tape. I've found many small holes at the seam!

[@tobiasottinger5200]

Love my Ciele bucket hat, got the Pokemon colors going

[@MrA1582000]

Hayduke Lives

[@fanrik9583]

Just stumbled over the *Senchi Designs Alpha 60 Crewneck* online randomly yesterday. Seeing you bring one confirms to me that that is what I'm going to get! Thanks Jupiter! I think I'll go for the hoodless one, as I'm also planning to finally make the transition from merino T-Shirt to a sun hoodie. Don't want too many hoods on at once 😂

[@JupiterHikes]

They're awesome!! Nothing lighter out there, and from what I understand the warmth to weight ratio is also as good as it gets.

[@fanrik9583]

@@JupiterHikes wow, thanks for the reply! Looking forward to follow your progress on the Hayduke trail! I always feel a bit guilty when clicking one of your gear videos, because I know they might not be your favorite to do - but that you have to do them to make a living. Just know that you have fans who really enjoy your other content too. Loved the recent campsite selection video!

[@ropersix]

So if you're using the 20 degree quilt because it's likely to get colder at night, but no sleeping pad with an r-value, is the assumption that the ground gets heated up during the day, and will provide some warmth through the night? But I know nothing about the desert, and am really looking forward to this one, too. The Hayduke seems a little mysterious and isn't covered much at all on KZbin.

[@maxwestman7319]

if you like the Columbia shirt you should definitely try to get your hands on the yamatomichi merino wool shirt.

[@bubbalovesoatmealadventure108]

Hayduke=Hardcore...have fun sir.

[@djalahmet]

I've been following your channel for years and have always looked to you as a mentor in the ultralight backpacking community. I must admit, I was initially disheartened to see the shift in your recent videos toward heavier, more comfortable tents and sleeping pads. It felt like a departure from the ultralight principles that drew me to your channel in the first place. The essence of challenging oneself with minimalist gear seemed lost, and I was left feeling a bit disconnected from the ethos that I so admired. Seems you're circling back to the roots with tarp camping and cold soaking meals! Keep sharing the wilderness with us.

[@JupiterHikes]

I never left, I just wanted to show others that my way isn't the best way for everybody, and here's all these other options I think are great

[@rkatrails]

You did a great job modeling your clothing for this trip, especially the Columbia shirt.😊 You always crack me up with your absolute minimalist gear kit. Kudos to you for being able to get by with so little. But I don't know how you can sleep comfortably with only a little 1/8th" foam pad. I use one of those too, but put it under my nice comfy NeoAir XTherm pad to keep it from sliding inside my nice cozy Big Agnes Copper Spur tent. Looking forward to your videos of the upcoming Hayduke Trail!

[@JupiterHikes]

Funny enough, sprocket is also using the same type of pad!

[@ShaneNull]

you convinced me ot try the coros, how are you using it? tracking each day charging every night or ?

[@metouw]

11:05 Genuine question. Do you use the same water bottles for drinking/cooking and the bidet? I've never used a bidet in the wild before. I prefer to stay clean 'back there' on the trail and then again... don't you have "recoil water" hitting the butt and then fall back onto the bottle? In my mind it doesn't seem super hygienic in regards to the bottle if you have to drink from it afterwards? Please enlighten me, lol. Right now we use wet wipes and throw them out when we reach a trashcan but you do indeed create more trash and you have to carry them around for days as well...

[@pimacanyon6208]

no Gaiters? I'm sure you know about Dirty Girl Gaiters, right? I had two pair for years, but never could get the velco to stay glued to the shoes I was wearing. Now the Altras have the velco on the rear of the shoe already securely attached, so I'm wearing mine and loving them. I do a lot of walking and hiking in southeaster AZ where it's rocky and sandy. The Gaiters keep the sand and pebbles out of my shoes.

[@JupiterHikes]

Had some dirty girl gaiters back in 2015! I just don't like using gaiters in general, regardless of the benefit

[@RayHikes]

Thanks for another great vid Jupiter! Have you had any issues using the quickdraw with the platypus 2L? I always ended up shooting dirty water out the sides when I tried this, having a ton of problems with that little O ring. Good luck on the trail!

[@JupiterHikes]

Not yet but I did have problems with one of the filters brand new being dead, though platypus handled that very well and quickly

[@RayHikes]

@@JupiterHikes I've heard the complaint of DOA filters from others as well, it seems like once you get a good one they're pretty problem free though. My quickdraw is about 2 years old now and still flows great, only casualty has been the dirty bag it comes with.

[@incisive2641]

have you ever done a thru hike where route finding is necessary? or just ones with a well established trail?

[@JTrain8]

Run mogollon monster with me this year!

[@niccolog2166]

What do you think the tweezer in the swiss army knife is good for in the desert?

[@ckb1137]

One suggestion I can make to lighten up a bit would be your power bank. Nitecore makes some fantastic lightweight ones. The carbo 20,000 is their lightest and has quick charge, the NB 20,000 has 4 different ports if that's interesting and the summit 20,000 is designed for low temperatures. You should be able to save 2 to 3 ounces without giving up much. I have the classic NB 10,000 and I love it. I suppose you could carry two of those but that's extra work to charge two banks so I recommend the carbo 20,000 instead. Now I just need nitecore to pay me some money for schilling them lol

[@JupiterHikes]

I actually have one of those, but this one I am using charges faster which has been more of a priority for me on past hikes. Still worth considering just using the nitecore tho, as speed on this hike isn't a uter huge priority!

[@Jhollowed25]

Is Jupiter for sure using a Nylofume pack liner? In previous videos he just calls it a "garbage bag", so I'm not sure. I'm wondering because I also use Nylofume liners from GGG, but mine are significantly louder and more "crinkly" sounding. His sounds and looks different.

[@LinzYoutube]

Darn tough will send a new pair, but it might not be the same pair, and it took me and my partner a month and a half to get our replacement pair. Either way, it's a nice sock and pretty awesome that you can keep getting new pairs for worn darn tough socks.

[@JupiterHikes]

Interesting! They've usually just given me store credit to buy the same as what I had previously

[@LinzYoutube]

We also had to pay 26 dollars Canadian for shipping, but that was for three pairs of socks.@@JupiterHikes

[@chaddodd7082]

How do you stay warm with only 1/8 inch sleeping pad?

[@RC-qf3mp]

I just bought the dongle for the Coros. Thanks Jupe. The bucket hat looks cool but it’s not providing much sun protection. Am I missing something about it? The bigger hats can look goofy, but I love the protection.

[@JupiterHikes]

The dongle is awesome, and even works better than the cord that came with my coros! Nice to not have to carry that, and mess with it every night to get the right angle to charge

[@JupiterHikes]

And not missing much. It's better than a baseball hat, basically. I like to have my hearing, and the giant sun hats provide a lot of protection, but all day all I hear is the fabric of those sun hats.

[@JustinMcKinneyhiker]

Hi Jupiter, great videos !! What size is your Alpha 60 hoodie and how tall are you ? I'm in between medium and large and thinking I would like a more relaxed fit, so large. Thank you and enjoy your amazing hike trip !!

[@JupiterHikes]

I am 6'2" and fluctuate between 190-200 and the large is great for me

[@DylanIvens]

I encountered two spots on the hayduke where I had to take off my pack and lower it by rope for a short downclimb. Your route may differ, but make sure you've got a plan to protect the camera in that situation.

[@JupiterHikes]

Put it in my pack I guess 🙂

[@sjvista]

Looks like you are all set for a great hike!! Since Hayduke is not actually a trail - you will be destroying your windpants and rain jacket as you bushwack. Just food for thought. Be careful out there!!

[@michaelhyer3168]

Props to being tougher than me. I always need a tent to keep the bugs away and can’t sleep without a decent ground pad.

[@janefreeman995]

Yes, ticks are probably the most dangerous critter on any hike. Also, I lived some years in India. There's always stories of snakes getting cozy attracted to body heat. In the desert there's also scorpions. Not for me ...or a tarp with bug net at least.

[@leviantuna8553]

I hope the platypus works better for ya. The rubber grommet within the system started to tear after about 100 miles. Don’t strew it too tight too the bottle hopefully that will help.

[@JupiterHikes]

Great tip thank you! Same with Sawyer, don't screw too tight and it's awesome

[@nelsonnash2115]

cutting the toothbrush in half saves a ton of weight clutch move

[@jblizzard962]

Why do you not put the gpx on your watch for navigation. Is that not much easier?

[@mikheilijoglidze6210]

can you share me information about watch band? where can i buy it?

[@Donscoular]

Please do a Timelapse of you sleeping on that paper mat 😂 you must sleep like you’re in a coffin ❤

[@JupiterHikes]

Just a video of someone sleeping super soundly and peacefully? Dunno if that'd be interesting but maybe will do ;) funny enough, my partner sprocket also prefers the tiny thin pad over other options

[@Donscoular]

@@JupiterHikes you’re a master of sleeping, I change position constantly throughout the night. I’m just jealous that you can sleep on your back 😂