What to Pack for Patagonia’s Secret Alpine Hut
What to [actually] pack for a two night hut trip to Puesto Cagliero.
And if you are looking to visit the Puesto Cagliero hut in Argentinian Patagonia - check out my guide below.
As with any and all alpine adventures - you should have the ten eseentials with you at all times.
gear
25-35L Daypack - I recommend this Patagonia 22L , this REI 32L or my mountaineering bag, this 25L from Mountain Hardware (and I add on this little hip pocket for easy access to snacks)
Garmin InReach Mini + subscription
Garmin Fēnix 7S Solar Saphire (or any sport watch)
clothing
Down Jacket - I like this warm one from Outdoor research or this lighter jacket from Patagonia (I brought the Patagonia Fitz Roy but it seems to be fully sold out for the season)
A cozy fleece sweater for lounging around the hut. This is my go to from Patagonia, but I also love this more budget friendly full zip from REI.
A long sleeve like the Lululemon Swiftly Tech LS
Base-layer tank or tee shirt - my personal favourite it this REI Co-op Active Pursuits Ribbed Tank Top
A pair of hiking pants - you will want to try these REI Co-op Trailmade Pants
A pair or two of leggings. Some of my current favourites are:
Fast and Free tights from lululemon (with pockets of course)
REI Thermal Running Tight - I don’t find these super warm but do find them to be really soft and flattering.
Vuori All The Feels Leggings - more lounge than hike but great for the hut
Vuori Daily Leggings - same as above, my go to lounge leggings
Hiking shorts (if weather permits) - I love these Patagonia Barely Baggies Shorts they also do come in a longer length
A waterproof jacket - this one from Arc’teryx is amazing.
Rain Pants (depending on the weather)
Hiking Boots - Check out my hiking footwear blog here
Hat (for sun protection)
Sunnies - I like these for when I am active and these for when I want to look cute
toiletries & misc
The coffee is not made until 8am so I brought my Jetboil Stash Cooking System + camp fuel (there are a dozen outdoor shops to buy this from in town)
REI Co-op Camp Mug + instant coffee - I like this one
You can also bring a more elaborate coffee system. I outline three of my go-to methods in this blog.
Nalgene 32 oz - for water
Nalgene 16 oz - for electrolytes and my morning AG1
electronics
External Battery pack + cables
Fujifilm XT-5 + 16-55 f2.8mm Lens
Camera clip - to hold my camera to my backpack strap
Tripod - this one will hold either my phone or my camera
if staying in huts
Loop Ear Plugs - use code “LOOPXANDREA” for 10% off of your order
Pyjamas - it is warmer than you think in the hut. A set of clean, thin, lightweight clothing is perfect.
