G U I D E
What to eat before a long hike in the mountains
JANUARY 01, 2020
N O T E
It should come as no surprise, but proper eating and drinking the day of, and even a couple of days before, a hike can impact whether you have an enjoyable time or whether you hit a wall on the trail.
C A R B S
Pre-day hike food ideas include whole-wheat toast, low-fat yogurt, whole grain pasta, brown rice, fruits, and vegetables.
H Y D R A T I O N
Pre-hike, try to drink about 20-32 ounces of water. Avoid hitting the trail if you haven’t pre-hydrated. Once your hike has begun, plan to drink another 32 ounces for every two miles hiked, give or take.
LEAVE NO TRACE
Pack it in and pack it out because nobody likes a trail covered in wrappers.