Turning the show into your own trip: locations, permits, gear and planning.
Can I visit the places where Alone is filmed?
The filming regions — Vancouver Island, Great Slave Lake, Chilko Lake, Labrador, Reindeer Lake, Patagonia, Mongolia and more — are real places you can plan trips around, though the show's exact drop sites are remote and rarely reachable the way the show reaches them. Our locations pages cover every filming region and what makes each one demanding.
Do I need a permit for a trip like the ones on Alone?
For most wilderness trips in the show's filming regions — national parks, provincial and state lands, and northern Canada — yes, and the rules differ by destination. We only list permit requirements where we have verified the agency's own page, and we link to it so you can confirm the current rules. Our Permits by Destination page includes a printable checklist.
What gear should I bring on a solo wilderness trip?
Start with a curated list rather than a pile of gear. We publish gear lists grouped by trip type and destination, a printable packing checklist, and a 10-item builder that enforces the same categories the show uses if you want to train the Alone way.
How do I prepare for a remote, self-supported trip?
Work through our travel-planning page: permits first, then gear lists, then a planning calendar that covers what to do 6-12 months out, 3-6 months out, 1-2 months out and in the final week. Practice skills locally before committing to a remote destination, and always leave your itinerary with someone at home.