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Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2024
A hiker standing on a rock wearing the HOKA Speedgoat 6 trail running shoes with a beautiful view of craggy mountain peaks in the background at high altitude.

Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2024

We’ve hiked thousands of miles in the best hiking shoes available to see which ones gained the most traction with our team of experts…
Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2024
Knee-down view of a hiker standing on a white granite rock in a pair of teal Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 hiking shoes in front a lake in Glacier National Park.

Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2024

Looking for the most comfortable, durable women’s hiking shoes around? Our team of experts tested dozens of the most promising pairs over thousands…
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2024
Knee-down view of a hiker walking a ridge in the Cascade Mountains in the Men's Salomon Quest 4 GTX hiking boots

Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2024

We set out to find the most comfortable, durable, and supportive hiking boots available. After logging hundreds of trail miles ourselves, these top…
Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2024
A hiker in the Chaco Z/1 Classic sandals resting on mossy tree roots overhanging a creek

Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2024

Our trail-tested hiking sandal recommendations go the distance to help you find the perfect pair among our top picks for your next adventure.
Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2024
Waist-down view of a hiker taking a rest break by sitting on some rocks in the La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX boots with rocky, high-desert clifs in the background.

Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2024

After rigorous on-trail testing, we’ve narrowed down our list of the most comfortable, durable, and lightweight hiking boots to keep you moving on…
Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2024
A hiker posing on a rock in the women's Chaco Z/1 Classic Sandals

Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2024

Whether you’re heading out for a paddle or setting off on a grand hiking adventure, your perfect pair of sandals is on our list of tested…

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100 Best Gifts For Hikers, Backpackers & Campers 2024

100 Best Gifts For Hikers, Backpackers & Campers 2024

Give the gift that gets them outside with our guide to the best gifts for hikers and backpackers.
CleverHiker Gear Guide

CleverHiker Gear Guide

Trail-tested recommendations on the best hiking, backpacking, and camping gear for maximizing comfort, minimizing weight, and increasing smiles.
Men’s Hoka Speedgoat 6 Review
The side facing view of the HOKA Speedgoat 6 trail running shoes with a lake and pretty wilderness scenery in the background.

Men’s Hoka Speedgoat 6 Review

These shoes offer responsive midsoles with ample cushioning and impact absorption on rough trails. Their chunky lug pattern provide top-tier traction, and fast-drying, mesh uppers make them breathable and airy.
Women’s Hoka Speedgoat 6 Review

Women’s Hoka Speedgoat 6 Review

This is a high-performing technical pair of trail shoes. They effectively make you feel solid on the ground, yet light on your feet as you devour the trail before you.
Women’s Merrell Moab Speed 2 Review
a woman walking in the high desert brush

Women’s Merrell Moab Speed 2 Review

We loved wearing this light and agile pair from Merrell on day hikes and a long-weekend backpacking trip.
Women’s Merrell Moab 3 Review
hiker's feet wearing the merrell moab 3 on loose gravel

Women’s Merrell Moab 3 Review

A no fuss shoe with comfort, durability and versatility, now even softer, grippier and more supportive.
Women’s Altra Lone Peak 8 Review
close up of a hiker wearing altra lone peak 8's on small boulders

Women’s Altra Lone Peak 8 Review

Lace up and go farther with this versatile shoe. With a refined ripstop mesh upper, grippy outsole, and responsive midsole, and a roomy toe box and zero drop design, it’s perfect for thru-hikers and trail runners alike.
Women’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review
picture of a hiker wearing peregrine 14's walking over a log and dry grass

Women’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review

We think these hiking shoes are a fantastic pick for ultralight backpackers, trail runners, and hikers who value speed and breathability.
Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2024
Knee-down view of a hiker standing on a white granite rock in a pair of teal Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 hiking shoes in front a lake in Glacier National Park.

Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2024

Looking for the most comfortable, durable women’s hiking shoes around? Our team of experts tested dozens of the most promising pairs over thousands…
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2024
Knee-down view of a hiker walking a ridge in the Cascade Mountains in the Men's Salomon Quest 4 GTX hiking boots

Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2024

We set out to find the most comfortable, durable, and supportive hiking boots available. After logging hundreds of trail miles ourselves, these top…
Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2024
A hiker standing on a rock wearing the HOKA Speedgoat 6 trail running shoes with a beautiful view of craggy mountain peaks in the background at high altitude.

Best Hiking Shoes for Men of 2024

We’ve hiked thousands of miles in the best hiking shoes available to see which ones gained the most traction with our team of experts…
Men’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review
The lower legs of a man with a pair of blue trail running shoes in the foreground with large, oceanside cliffs in the background on an overcast day at sunset.

Men’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review

These are some of our favorites. We’ve logged over 6,000 miles in them across the CDT, PCT, and Colorado Trail.
Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review

Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review

These shoes are comfortable, waterproof, and durable. They’re perfect for medium to long hikes on established trails in all sorts of weather conditions.
Men’s Keen Targhee IV WP Review

Men’s Keen Targhee IV WP Review

These classic leather kicks are perfect for rugged, technical backcountry conditions and provide some of the best waterproofing of any hiking shoes we tested, making them ideal for wet trails and cooler weather.
Men’s Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 Review

Men’s Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 Review

We’ve used these shoes to scramble long Class 4 ridge traverses at 13,000’ in the Colorado Rockies, hike hundreds of miles on local trails, and even tackle half marathons.
Men’s Danner Trail 2650 Review

Men’s Danner Trail 2650 Review

These are versatile hiking shoes that are exceptionally stylish and comfortable whether you’re thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail or walking the dog to the coffee shop.
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