I would do that, and I don't have any issues with my knees or legs! And, when I hike I *have* to keep my eyes on the ground. Not head fully down, but in order for my brain to integrate what to do with my feet, I can't just leap ahead, like some do. I am going faster now that I have figured out how to put it all together. In fact, after the trip, I have noticed I am just more coordinated at everything, which is why I want to do more hiking.
My foot hurt clipping in a bit today, but it was pretty much the same as when I did spin class yesterday. Will try icing it later and elevating it, too.