Best Trail Hiking Shoes Updated May 2025
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Best Trail Hiking Shoes
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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Best Trail Hiking Shoes

9.9

1

9.9

NORTIV 8 Men's Ankle High Waterproof Hiking Boots Outdoor Lightweight Shoes Trekking Trails Armadillo,Size 12,Brown/Black/TAN,1...
Comfort
Build quality
Fit
Boot quality
Value for money
Look
Picked by 147 people this month!
Picked by 147 people this month!
Picked by 147 people this month!
Best Trail Hiking Shoes

9.9

1
NORTIV 8 Men's Ankle High Waterproof Hiking Boots Outdoor Lightweight Shoes Trekking Trails Armadillo,Size 12,Brown/Black/TAN,1...
Comfort
Build quality
Fit
Boot quality
Value for money
Look
Picked by 147 people this month!
Premium Pick

9.8

2

9.8

adidas mens Terrex Ax4 Wonder Steel/Grey/Impact Orange 9
Value for money
Comfort
Durability
Look
Grip
Weight
Premium Pick

9.8

2
adidas mens Terrex Ax4 Wonder Steel/Grey/Impact Orange 9
Value for money
Comfort
Durability
Look
Grip
Weight

9.6

3

9.6

NORTIV 8 Womens Waterproof Hiking Boots Low Top Lightweight Outdoor Trekking Camping Trail Hiking Boots Size 7 M US SNHB211W, B...
Comfort
Style
Build quality
Shoe quality
Waterproof
Value for money

9.6

3
NORTIV 8 Womens Waterproof Hiking Boots Low Top Lightweight Outdoor Trekking Camping Trail Hiking Boots Size 7 M US SNHB211W, B...
Comfort
Style
Build quality
Shoe quality
Waterproof
Value for money
Best Value
Popular

9.4

4

9.4

New Balance Men's 410 V8 Trail Running Shoe, Black/Cayenne/Shadow Grey, 11.5 X-Wide
Comfort
Style
Value for money
Shoe quality
Weight
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Best Value
Popular

9.4

4
New Balance Men's 410 V8 Trail Running Shoe, Black/Cayenne/Shadow Grey, 11.5 X-Wide
Comfort
Style
Value for money
Shoe quality
Weight
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9.3

5

9.3

NORTIV 8 Women's Lightweight Hiking Shoes Quick Laces Outdoor Fashion Sneakers,Size 7.5,Grey Pink,SNHS239W
Comfort
Style
Value for money
Durability
Hiking ability
Grip
Save 14%
Save 14%

9.3

5
NORTIV 8 Women's Lightweight Hiking Shoes Quick Laces Outdoor Fashion Sneakers,Size 7.5,Grey Pink,SNHS239W
Comfort
Style
Value for money
Durability
Hiking ability
Grip
Save 14%

9.2

6

9.2

Columbia Mens Crestwood Hiking Shoe Breathable, High-Traction Grip, Camo Brown, Heatwave, 11 US
Comfort
Fit
Durability
Shoe quality
Value for money
Look
Save 25%
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9.2

6
Columbia Mens Crestwood Hiking Shoe Breathable, High-Traction Grip, Camo Brown, Heatwave, 11 US
Comfort
Fit
Durability
Shoe quality
Value for money
Look
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9.0

7

9.0

Merrell Men's Moab 3 Hiking Shoe, Walnut, 11
Comfort
Durability
Fit
Shoe quality
Value for money
Appearance
Save 42%
Save 42%

9.0

7
Merrell Men's Moab 3 Hiking Shoe, Walnut, 11
Comfort
Durability
Fit
Shoe quality
Value for money
Appearance
Save 42%

8.9

8

8.9

adidas Men's Terrex Tracefinder Trail Running Sneaker, Olive Strata/Olive Strata/Semi Impact Orange, 9.5
Comfort
Crafted quality
Style
Save 20%
Save 20%

8.9

8
adidas Men's Terrex Tracefinder Trail Running Sneaker, Olive Strata/Olive Strata/Semi Impact Orange, 9.5
Comfort
Crafted quality
Style
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8.7

9

8.7

Merrell Women's Moab 2 Vent Hiking Shoe, Falcon, 9
Comfort
Fit
Shoe quality
Durability
Look
Support

8.7

9
Merrell Women's Moab 2 Vent Hiking Shoe, Falcon, 9
Comfort
Fit
Shoe quality
Durability
Look
Support

8.5

10

8.5

Columbia Men's Fairbanks Low, Graphite/Black, 11.5
Comfort
Quality
Fit
Look
Lightweight
Grip
Save 40%
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8.5

10
Columbia Men's Fairbanks Low, Graphite/Black, 11.5
Comfort
Quality
Fit
Look
Lightweight
Grip
Save 40%

Our Top Choice

Best Trail Hiking Shoes

9.9

1

9.9

NORTIV 8 Men's Ankle High Waterproof Hiking Boots Outdoor Lightweight Shoes Trekking Trails Armadillo,Size 12,Brown/Black/TAN,1...
Comfort
Build quality
Fit
Boot quality
Value for money
Look
Picked by 147 people this month!
Picked by 147 people this month!
Picked by 147 people this month!
Best Trail Hiking Shoes

9.9

1
NORTIV 8 Men's Ankle High Waterproof Hiking Boots Outdoor Lightweight Shoes Trekking Trails Armadillo,Size 12,Brown/Black/TAN,1...
Comfort
Build quality
Fit
Boot quality
Value for money
Look
Picked by 147 people this month!
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