How many miles is reasonable to backpack in a day?
How many miles is reasonable to backpack in a day? How much time you have: If you're limited by time, you'll need to know how many miles you want to tackle each day and ensure that the route you choose is within your time constraints. Most people will plan to hike 3-10 miles per day, depending on what shape you're in and how much elevation gain there is.
Can you backpack 15 miles in a day?
If you have built up your tolerance and adapted physically and mentally there should be no problem with hiking 15 miles per day. Make sure you have the right equipment.