How much water should I bring?

A general guideline is about 500 mL per hour of hiking, which for a typical Vancouver-area day hike works out to 2–3 litres per person. Increase this in hot weather, on exposed ridges, or for high-output climbs. Do not plan on drinking untreated water from streams — bring a filter or purifying tablets if you expect to refill. Keep in mind that many trails during the summer months do not have water sources, so make sure to pack the appropriate amount of water for your entire hike.

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