Indian Peaks Wilderness · US Forest Service
Is the Ursack Major legal in Indian Peaks Wilderness?
Legal
Yes, as an IGBC-certified bag, with tie-off rules.
Canisters required year-round near all trailheads and in Diamond Lake and Jasper Lake zones; recommended elsewhere (otherwise 10 ft / 4 ft hang). IGBC-certified. Soft-sided: follow manufacturer tie-off instructions.
Heads-up before you rely on this
- Source page shows no date. The official page does not show a "last updated" date we could capture. We record the day we read it instead.
Rules change. Confirm with the land manager (links below) before you go.
What this means
Soft-sided bags work only if you follow the manufacturer's tie-off instructions, and the Indian Peaks Wilderness text does not make an exception for terrain with no trees.
This area accepts containers certified by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC). Check the IGBC certified products list, not the brand's marketing, to see whether a model qualifies.
About this model. Soft-sided; IGBC-certified but not allowed where a hard-sided canister is required (e.g.
The rule in Indian Peaks Wilderness
- Requirement
- Canisters required year-round near all trailheads and in Diamond Lake and Jasper Lake zones; recommended elsewhere (otherwise 10 ft / 4 ft hang).
- Accepted
- Containers certified by the IGBC Courtesy Inspection Program
- Order
- ARP-2024-04
- Dates
- Order ARP-2024-04, 2024-05-24 to 2029-05-23
- Source updated
- page date not captured
- Checked
- 2026-10-26 · verified
About the Ursack Major
- Volume
- 10.65 L
- Weight
- 7.6 oz
- Material
- UHMWPE/Spectra fabric
- IGBC certified
- Yes (cert. 3738)
- On Yosemite / SEKI list
- No
- On Olympic list
- No
- Spec source
- search summary of ursack.com pages
Specs come from the sources named in "Spec source" and many are incomplete. See every area where the Ursack Major is accepted or not →
What else works in Indian Peaks Wilderness
| Canister | Verdict | Weight | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| BearVault BV ONE Adjustable | Legal | 1 lb 15 oz (895 g) | 8.3 expanded / 4.65 collapsed L |
| BearVault BV425 Sprint | Legal | 1 lb 12 oz | 5 L |
| BearVault BV450 Jaunt | Legal | 2 lb 1 oz | 7.2 L |
| BearVault BV475 Trek | Legal | 2 lb 4 oz | 9.3 L |
| BearVault BV500 Journey | Legal | 2 lb 9 oz (1.16 kg) | 11.5 L |
| Grub Can Wave 6.6 L | Legal | 1 lb 15 oz | 6.6 L |
The Ursack Major under nearby rules
- Sierra NF wildernesses Canister OR counterbalance hang. Verify first
- Trinity Alps - other areas Elsewhere any bear-proof system designed to prevent access by bears must be used (canister not specifically re… Verify first
- Pisgah NF - Shining Rock All overnight campers must use commercially made, solid, non-pliable bear-resistant canisters for food, refuse… Not legal
- Sequoia NF Canister strongly recommended, not required. No canister rule
- Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness IGBC-approved container REQUIRED. Legal
Quick answers
Is the Ursack Major legal in Indian Peaks Wilderness?
Yes, as an IGBC-certified bag, with tie-off rules. Canisters required year-round near all trailheads and in Diamond Lake and Jasper Lake zones; recommended elsewhere (otherwise 10 ft / 4 ft hang). IGBC-certified. Soft-sided: follow manufacturer tie-off instructions.
What does Indian Peaks Wilderness require for food storage?
Canisters required year-round near all trailheads and in Diamond Lake and Jasper Lake zones; recommended elsewhere (otherwise 10 ft / 4 ft hang). Accepted standard: Containers certified by the IGBC Courtesy Inspection Program.
How current is this answer?
We checked Indian Peaks Wilderness's official source on 2026-10-26. Source page shows no date. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
Sources and date checked
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