Hiking Calorie Calculator
Hiking Calorie Calculator
Use our science-based hiking calorie calculator to fuel your adventures.

Calorie Calculator
Science-Backed Accuracy for Trail Nutrition
This isn’t just another calorie estimator—our Hiking Calorie Calculator is built by a professional dietitian (Aaron, founder of Backcountry Foodie) using real-world backpacking nutrition science to give you the most accurate energy estimates possible.
- More Precise than Generic Calorie Calculators
- Trusted by Thousands of Backpackers
- Tested in the Field with Real-World Use
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Tips for using the Calorie Calculator and how to use your results correctly!
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(Most hikers unknowingly make mistakes when calculating their calorie needs—don’t let this happen to you!)
This FREE guide will help you:
- Understand your results so you don’t over- or under-pack food.
- Avoid common mistakes that lead to inaccurate estimates.
- Get expert-backed meal planning tips for maximizing trail energy.
"I used the calculator for my seven-day Sierras loop hike. The calculator estimated 4,700 calories each day, but I didn’t believe it so I split the difference 😬 between my normal caloric intake and 4700 and settled on a daily intake of 3,200. My Garmin recorded an average 4,000+ calories on easy days, and 5,000+ on high-effort days. My body was not fueled effectively 😩 and bonked because I didn’t follow the calculator.
I will closely follow the calculator for future trips!!"
— Peter G.
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