Trail Pack Weight Calculator
Enter the weight of your gear, consumables, and worn items to calculate your base weight and total pack weight for your next trip.
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About this calculator
Calculate your backpacking base weight and total pack weight by adding up gear, consumables, and worn items to plan a lighter, safer trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 'base weight' in backpacking?
Base weight is the total weight of your pack excluding consumables like food, water, and fuel, since those get lighter as the trip progresses.
What's a good pack weight as a percentage of body weight?
Most backpacking guides recommend keeping total pack weight under 20% of your body weight for comfort, and under 10-15% for ultralight or long-distance hiking.
How much does a liter of water weigh?
One liter of water weighs about 2.2 lb (1 kg), which is why water is often one of the heaviest variable items in a pack.