Resources

Recommended Hiking Tools & Resources

We’ve created a few handy calculators and printable resources to help you plan your hikes. Check them out below!

A collection of quick tools to help plan smarter hikes.

Pack Weight Calculator – Estimate your total gear weight and share your setup.
Calories Burned Calculator – Calculate calories burned based on distance, pace, and terrain.
Food Planning Calculator – Plan how much food to bring based on hike duration and calorie needs.
Water Carry Calculator – Figure out how much water you need for dry sections and heat.
Gear Cost Estimator – See estimated costs for beginner, midrange, and premium gear.

We’ve created beautifully designed, printer-friendly checklists for common hiking scenarios. Perfect for sharing or packing!

Ultimate Backpacking Checklist (PDF) – Covers everything for multi-day treks from shelter to hygiene.
Spring Backpacking Checklist (PDF) – Tailored for spring conditions with layering and weather in mind.
Winter Backpacking Checklist (PDF) – Gear suggestions for snow, cold, and high-altitude trips.
Rainy Conditions Checklist (PDF) – Stay dry with smart layering, rain protection, and waterproof packing.
10 Essentials Cheat Sheet (PDF) – A printable reminder of the critical gear you should never hike without.

Shareable and informative infographics that cover common hiking questions, mistakes, and tips.

5 Things Hikers Regret Not Packing (Infographic) – Learn from common oversights and what you’ll wish you had out there.
5 Worst Hiking Gear Mistakes Beginners Make (Infographic) – Avoid beginner pitfalls with this helpful visual checklist.