Hiking Calculator

The Hiking Calculator will calculate the duration of your hike, the amount of water you should carry, and your total calories burned.

Hike Time
This is calculated based on an average hiking speed of 2 miles per hour.  It will also add half an hour for every 1000 feet of elevation change.

Water Requirements
This calculation is based on your weight and the total hike time calculated above.  The average person should drink 4 to 8 ounces of water for every 15 to 20 minutes of exercise.

Calories Burned
This calculation is based on your total hike time in relation to your weight.  The equation used is Duration in Minutes x ((MET x 3.5 x weight)/200).  The MET level is set at 6, which is the assigned value for hiking according to the  Compendium of Physical Activity.

*Please note this calculator is based on general guidelines for hiking speeds and calories burned.  Results may vary from person to person depending on physical fitness levels.