If you have done a lot of hiking, and I have, you will eventually miscalculate when the sun will go down, and you will be hiking in the twilight or dark. That can be especially dangerous for you and your dog. Thus, I always pack a headlamp for those circumstances. This is a life and death thing, so don't just brush this off as something optional. Here is one I like. It should have several settings, from dim to bright. It should also be waterproof in case it starts raining in the dark... yeah, things can turn on you quickly in the wilderness. You can still be a few miles back to camp or the trailhead, going down a very steep trail, seeing the sun go down and realizing you might just be in danger... now, how do you think I know this?
Headlamps can also be very useful when trying to locate a lost dog at night, so heads up, rescue volunteers!
Black Diamond Storm 400 Headlamp
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