What to Pack for Greater Patagonian Trail Section 34: Lago General Carrera
1-day hike
pack for rain
Everything you need for Greater Patagonian Trail Section 34: Lago General Carrera, Chile — built from the route profile and day-hike conditions, with weights and gear picks.
Units
Food & water
Budget roughly 1.5 lb0.7 kg of food for 1 day (~1.5 lb700 g per day) and carry 2–3 quarts2–3 L of water between resupply points. Dial it in with the food weight calculator, and check the best time to hike Greater Patagonian Trail Section 34: Lago General Carrera before you go.
The essentials
Hiking shoes
Trail shoes are enough for this route.
Suggested: Xero Shoes Z-Trail EV
(215 g)
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Map & GPS
Download the GPX and carry a backup map.
Suggested: Suunto Clipper Compass
(5 g)
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Headlamp
For early starts, camp and emergencies.
Suggested: Petzl Bindi Headlamp
(35 g)
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First-aid kit
Blister care, painkillers and the basics.
Suggested: HART Day Hike First Aid Kit
(99 g)
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Safety items
Whistle, emergency blanket and fire starter.
Suggested: Fox 40 Micro Whistle
(10 g)
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Clothing
Base layer
A moisture-wicking next-to-skin layer.
Suggested: Craft Extreme Zero Base Layer Short Sleeve
(80 g)
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Insulating mid layer
A fleece or light down layer.
Suggested: Janji Auras Ultrafleece Hoodie
(133 g)
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Insulated jacket
Cold conditions — bring a warm insulated layer.
Suggested: Rab Downpour Light Jacket
(219 g)
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Waterproof jacket
Rain is likely — pack a waterproof shell.
Suggested: OMM waterproof Kamleika Cap
(30 g)
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