My Checklist includes everything needed for a safe summit!
Packing for a 14er trip isn’t easy – my Colorado 14er packing checklist has everything on it you need for your next summer hike or climb. You can print out the checklist, use it on your computer, or share it with friends. No need to ask permission!
More 14er Packing Checklist Advice
Looking for more resources in addition to my 14er packing checklist? Here’s a collection of my top gear reviews and guides to help you pack and prepare for your next fourteener hike or climb. Make sure you have all the right gear, including backpacks, boots, trekking poles, and other equipment for a safe and successful summit. A 14er Packing Checklist is only as good as the gear you can bring!
Winter Hiking Layers Guide: What to Wear for Winter Fourteeners
The temperature on a fourteener in January can drop to -30 degrees Fahrenheit, and that isn’t even taking wind chill into account. In such a cold environment, dressing warm isn’t just an issue of comfort.
What is a COSAR Card & Why Do You Need One?
Colorado search and rescue missions are always free. That means you won’t be charged to be found and rescued, receive first aid, and be evacuated to the trailhead (though you might get charged for a
Rocky Talkie Review: The Best Two-Way Radio for 14ers
Most Search and Rescue missions in the mountains begin this way: “Our group decided to split up.” When you leave your partners behind on a fourteener it leaves you in much greater risk than if
Colorado Hiking Boots: The 3 Best Options in 2022
In the rugged state of Colorado, hiking boots are an essential piece of gear. Whether you plan to climb a fourteener in the front range or explore a canyon on the western slope, boots provide
Does Boost Oxygen Help With Altitude Sickness on 14ers? It’s a Brazen Scam.
If you’ve shopped at a Colorado grocery store or gas station this year, you’ve probably seen it: A little green and silver can with the words Boost Oxygen clearly visible on the can. These little
Best Gaiters for 14ers | Five Great Options
During the winter and spring in Colorado, the mountains can see seven feet or more of snowfall in a single storm! Significant amounts of snow are the norm on most fourteeners into June every year.
14er Packing Checklist Guides & Books
Still looking for more resources related to my 14er packing checklist? Here are a few 14er guides and books available for purchase.
