Using the "map scale", imagine you are hiking and using a map with a scale of 1:24,000. if you plan out a route, measure it and find that it is 10 inches total on the map, what is the actual distance you will walk on that route

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Reese Booth

18 November, 15:36

Using the "map scale", imagine you are hiking and using a map with a scale of 1:24,000. if you plan out a route, measure it and find that it is 10 inches total on the map, what is the actual distance you will walk on that route

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Javon Alvarado · Answer 1

After tracing out your route, pull the string straight and measure it against the scale line in the maplegend. Another method is to use a compass (the mathematical kind) set to a narrow distance on themap scale like mile and then "walk off" your route. It is a good idea to be conservative and add 5-10% of the total distance ...