What to Pack for South Fork Skokomish River Trail 873
2-day hike
1 night out lows ~48°F9°C
Everything you need for South Fork Skokomish River Trail 873, United States — built from the route profile and overnight conditions, with weights and gear picks.
Units
Food & water
Budget roughly 3.1 lb1.4 kg of food for 2 days (~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 South Fork Skokomish River Trail 873 before you go.
The essentials
Backpack
A 40–60 L pack for a 2-day trip.
Suggested: Zpacks Arc Blast 55L
(450 g)
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Tent or shelter
You'll camp 1 night on this route.
Suggested: ADOTEC Gear Ultralight Flat Tarp Small 6.5x4.5ft
(70 g)
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Sleeping bag
A 3-season sleeping bag or quilt.
Suggested: Zpacks Summer Quilt
(244 g)
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Sleeping pad
An insulated pad for warmth and comfort.
Suggested: NEMO Equipment Tensor Elite Sleeping Pad
(240 g)
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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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Cooking & water
Stove & cook set
For hot meals and drinks at camp.
Suggested: BRS 3000T Ultralight Titanium Stove
(25 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
Lows average around 9°C — pack a fleece or light down layer.
Suggested: Janji Auras Ultrafleece Hoodie
(133 g)
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Useful extras
Hygiene kit
Toothbrush, biodegradable soap and a trowel.
Suggested: PackTowl UltraLite Face Towel
(28 g)
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Repair kit
Tape, cordage and a spare buckle.
Suggested: Igneous Ultralight Repair Kit
(14 g)
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