Ultralight Camp Shoe

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Looking for a camp shoe for a late August Brooks Range fly in hunt. I have some Crocks but they are 20oz for the pair. With weight limitations I would need something way lighter. Anyone have any suggestions other than flip flops?
 
Birkenstock plastic sandals. Minimalist, very light, highly packable. Cheap too. I took them on a two week backpacking trip in the Winds last summer with good results.
 
Maybe not what you're looking for, but this year i think I'm going to try a thin insole stuffed into a wool sock for a water crossing type 'shoe' instead of the crocs. A pair of costco Merino blend socks, and the stock insoles out of a pair of size 13 Aku boots weighs 4.4oz.

I haven't tried it outside the house yet, but I'm thinking it'll provide enough protection from the rocks for river crossings, and would make a decent stalking sock if needed. Probably not ideal for spending hours in camp, especially if it's wet or snowy, though I'll usually just put my boots on if I've got a lot of walking to do.
 
Looking for a camp shoe for a late August Brooks Range fly in hunt. I have some Crocks but they are 20oz for the pair. With weight limitations I would need something way lighter. Anyone have any suggestions other than flip flops?

How the heck big are your feet that crocs are 20 ounces? :)

I have a hard time not going with "Bistro Clog" crocs. I like the ability to use them for water crossings and that most of the lightweight slipper type shoe options have holes in them and the Bistro clogs are closed toe and keep your socks free of plant debris and sand.

Additionally, the closed toe ones are MUCH warmer.
 
I wear a size 12 and mine are only 14 ounces. I think the utility of crocs are worth the extra ounce or two over the next lightest option. I use mine for water crossings, walking around camp, letting my feet air out when glassing, and even hiking sometimes depending on the terrain.
 
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