How many miles can you hike in an hour? According to the National Park Service, beginners hike anywhere from 1.2 to 1.5 miles per hour depending on the difficulty of the trail. If you’re just getting started, we recommend giving yourself a hiking pace in this range. With a pace estimate, you can approximate how long it will take you to finish a hike. For example, at 1.5 mph, you will complete a 6-mile hike in 4 hours. Keep in mind this pace does not account for stopping to take water breaks, eat