Backpacking the John Muir Trail Solo | Day 3— Ansel Adams Wilderness

Опубликовано: 13 Сентябрь 2026
на канале: Neal Benson
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Day 3 of my John Muir Trail hike I started in Lyell Canyon and went over Donahue Pass to Ruby Lake. This was my first time hiking in the Ansel Adams wilderness and it was breathtaking! This section of the hike was one my favorite days so far.

Here are the items that I brought on the John Muir Trail

REI Flash Air 50L here-- https://tinyurl.com/flashair50
Nemo Tensor— https://amzn.to/4cAa8bd
Fortuis 1p Tent— https://bit.ly/3LxK3xD
Stormloft Down Topquilt— https://bit.ly/3lJwBun
1/8 inch closed cell foam pad— https://alnk.to/eDRzQvc
REI Pillow— https://alnk.to/1C7vg9R
TREKOLOGY Ultralight Pillow— https://amzn.to/46XQCUS
Outdoor Vitals Sleeping Bag liner— https://alnk.to/c08d8jF

Clothing:
Sahara Shade Hoodie - Men’s— https://alnk.to/31rz6Ja
Darn Tough Socks— https://alnk.to/5FaVOYg
REI Lightweight Base Layer Long-Sleeve— https://alnk.to/7fpKElD
Outdoor Vitals NovaUL Jacket— https://alnk.to/hDqswuC
Lightweight Gloves— https://amzn.to/4fQmz5s
Skyline Trail Joggers— https://alnk.to/3U1m0Yd
Hiking Shoes— https://amzn.to/3SHD5ev
Water shoes— https://amzn.to/46RwvaA

Gear:
Katadyn BeFree 1.0L Water Filter-- https://amzn.to/3AtvXMc
Hydrapak Stash— https://amzn.to/3WWrCsr
Jetboil Stash-- https://amzn.to/3XgOIeR
BV500-- https://amzn.to/3yK5tp9
Nitecore NU25— https://amzn.to/3Enoqgx
REI Flash Carbon Compact Trekking Poles— https://alnk.to/flwBLX2
Garmin inReach Mini 2— https://amzn.to/3Mb7ePl
REI Multi Towel Mini— https://alnk.to/hhAWyWP
TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon— https://amzn.to/3AtvCsN
FLEXTAILGEAR ZERO PUMP— https://amzn.to/3STYqko
VEEKTOMX Mini Power Bank— https://amzn.to/3WLgxdq
REI Lightweight Stuff Sack— https://alnk.to/cHNf3Rj
John Muir Trail Map- https://amzn.to/4fPNkqw
Insulated Backpacking Meal Cozy— https://www.etsy.com/shop/FindingTrai...
Flip Fuel— https://www.flipfuel.co?sca_ref=48662...
You can use my code: Neal20 to get 20% off your order!

Hygiene and poop kit:
Deuce of Spades— https://amzn.to/4dKuEr3
Porta Wipes— https://amzn.to/47ak4qR
Toothbrush— https://amzn.to/3Ay7DZB
Sunscreen— https://amzn.to/3WUUaST
Sunscreen Chapstick— https://amzn.to/3MdZJHe

Fishing Gear:
Fishing Rod— https://amzn.to/3YRouRh
Fishing Reel— https://amzn.to/3XaeUaE
Altoids Tackle Fishing Box— https://www.etsy.com/listing/16121464...

Backpackers Pantry— https://backpackerspantry.com/o6dn0o

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Other Gear I love:
Shadowlight 60L— https://bit.ly/3vZ7Izz

If you want to get a new backpacking stove make sure to check out Fire Maple Gear. Use the code: Peak to get 10% off your order.
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Some footage might have been shot on GoPro Hero 11- https://amzn.to/3zpVmFP

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