PACT One Kit: The Ultimate Leave No Trace Bathroom System for Hikers
Looking for a smarter, cleaner way to poop outdoors? The PACT One Kit is a complete backcountry bathroom system that helps hikers minimize impact and follow Leave No Trace. Compact, lightweight, and built to do better by nature.
If you’ve ever had to dig a cathole in compacted soil, juggle your TP in the wind, or awkwardly try to follow Leave No Trace principles with limited resources—you're not alone. The PACT One Kit from Pact Outdoors is here to make outdoor bathroom breaks cleaner, more sustainable, and way less awkward.
Whether you're backpacking, hiking, or just spending time in wild places, this compact kit makes it easier to do your business without doing harm.
What Is the PACT One Kit?
The PACT One Kit is a compact, all-in-one outdoor bathroom system designed to help you poop responsibly in the wild. It includes:
- A lightweight trowel
- Compressed, biodegradable wipes
- Tabs of mycelium-based tabs that break down your waste and kill harmful pathogens
- A reusable carrying case with separate clean/dirty compartments
This is more than just a trowel and some TP—it’s a thoughtfully designed system that helps hikers follow Leave No Trace Principle #3: Dispose of Waste Properly.
Why the PACT One Kit Stands Out
1. Leave No Trace-Friendly by Design
PACT’s mycelium tabs are the real game changer. They speed up decomposition and neutralize harmful bacteria and pathogens in human waste—something even properly dug catholes struggle to do, especially in colder or drier environments.
These tabs help protect water sources and reduce the impact on local wildlife, while the biodegradable wipes replace single-use TP that often doesn’t break down in time (if buried at all).
2. Compact and Lightweight
Weighing just 6 oz, this kit is incredibly packable. The separate compartments for clean and dirty items help you stay organized and sanitary, which is especially helpful on longer hikes or multi-day trips.
3. Super Easy to Use
The system is intuitive: dig, do your business, drop in a tab, cover it up, and you’re done. No need to guess how deep a cathole should be or whether your TP will biodegrade before spring.
How to Use the PACT One Kit (And Why It Matters)
- Dig a Cathole – Use the sturdy trowel to dig 6-8 inches deep and 4-6 inches wide.
- Do Your Business – Use the included biodegradable wipes, or bring your own reusable option.
- Add a Mycelium Tab – These tabs kill over 90% of harmful bacteria within minutes and speed up decomposition.
- Cover It Up and Pack It Out – If you're in an environment where catholes aren’t appropriate (alpine, desert, or snow-covered terrain), you’ll still need a wag bag or similar option.
Remember: Even with the PACT Kit, never go within 200 feet of water, trails, or campsites. And always know local regulations—some areas require you to pack out all human waste.
Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Eco-friendly and LNT-supportive | More expensive than just a trowel |
| Lightweight and packable | Mycelium tabs are single-use |
| Biodegradable wipes included | Still requires you to dig (not a wag bag) |
| Organized, clean design | Overkill for very short or urban hikes |
Final Thoughts
The PACT One Kit is ideal for hikers and backpackers who take Leave No Trace seriously and want a better solution for outdoor bathroom needs. If you’ve struggled with messy setups or wondered whether your cathole was really "good enough," this system takes the guesswork out of it.
It’s not just about convenience—it’s about doing better by the wild places we love. And with tools like this, there’s really no excuse not to poop responsibly.
Shop PACT Outdoors
Check out the PACT One Kit at REI.com
Check out PACT One Kit Wipes & Tabs refill sets at REI.com
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