Mileage Log
Overview
A mileage log is a personal or shared record of daily distance traveled during a hike. It helps track progress, plan resupply intervals, and evaluate pacing.
Key points
- Documents distance covered each day.
- Supports planning and retrospective analysis.
- May be digital, written, or integrated into navigation apps.
- Useful for identifying trends in performance or fatigue.
- Often used in long-distance hiking cultures.
Details
Hikers record mileage to better understand how terrain, weather, rest, and fitness affect their daily performance. Logs may include notes about notable sections, campsite quality, or weather challenges.
Tracking mileage helps refine future itineraries and supports communication with friends or family following the trip. It can also serve as a personal record of accomplishment.
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