Sea to Summit Wilderness Wash

Sea to Summit Wilderness Wash is a concentrated biodegradable camp soap that handles dishes, body washing, and clothing in a single product — reducing the number of soap products you need to carry while using a formulation that breaks down safely in the environment when used 200 feet from any water source per Leave No Trace guidelines. At 32 oz, the bottle covers multiple trips before requiring replacement.

Why Biodegradable Soap Matters at Camp

Standard dish soap and shampoo contain surfactants and fragrances that don't break down quickly in soil and surface water. Washing dishes and bathing directly in or near water sources with standard soap creates aquatic nutrient loading that affects stream and lake ecosystems. Biodegradable camp soap is formulated to break down in soil, not in open water — which is why the 200-foot rule still applies even when using biodegradable products. The soap biodegrades in the soil filter before reaching the water table.

• Biodegradable formula — breaks down safely in soil when used correctly
• All-purpose — dishes, body wash, and clothing in one product
• 32 oz — multiple trip supply at concentrated-formula usage rates
• pH-balanced — gentle on skin for full-body washing
• Fragrance options — unscented or lightly scented versions available

Leave No Trace Soap Protocols

Never wash dishes or bathe in streams, lakes, or rivers. Carry wash water at least 200 feet from any water source before using. Scatter gray water widely rather than dumping in a single spot. Strain food particles from dish water and pack them out with food waste. Use the minimum amount of soap necessary — a few drops of concentrated formula handles most camp dishwashing tasks without excessive sudsing.