Hiking Time Calculator
This handy Hiking Time Calculator provides a simple method to determine the expected time from enetering the average walking speed, the distance to cover, the ascent to climb, the rucksack weight and the Terrain Type.
The calculation method employs Naismith's Rule which allows 1 hour for every 5 km walked + 1 hour for every 600 meters of ascent + 1 hour for every 1200 feet of descent. Time is also adjusted for rucksack weight where an addtional 10% increase in time is allowed for every 10 kg of pack load. Terrain selection allows an increase in time with additional 10% for rough, 20% for very rough and 40% for challenging terrains.
This is a beta service. Use this as a tool only to provide rough indications and general guidance of walk times. Griffmonster Walks bears no responsibility for the times calculated.
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