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Shoes for light hiking

Best shoes for light hiking
Guide Best shoes for light hiking

17 shoes reviewed

  • Light Hiking

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  1. Merrell Moab Speed 2
    88
    Great
    Merrell Moab Speed 2
    Any color
    Merrell Moab Speed 2 - Tuscadero Pink (J5007245)
    Merrell Moab Speed 2 - Peach (J037856)
    Merrell Moab Speed 2 - Black (J500517)
    Merrell Moab Speed 2 - Bright White (J5007241)
    Merrell Moab Speed 2 - Black (J037525)
    $140 $77
    Save 45%
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  2. Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX
    78
    Good
    Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX
    Any color
    Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX - Rye/Bark (1155253RYBR)
    Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX - Dune/Oxford Tan (DOTN)
    Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX - Black (BBLC)
    Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX - Beige (RWL)
    Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX - Sea Moss Oatmeal (SMSST)
    $180 $135
    Save 25%
    See on REI
  3. Adidas Terrex AX4
    87
    Great
    Adidas Terrex AX4
    Any color
    Adidas Terrex AX4 - Negbás Carbon Gricua (HP7388)
    Adidas Terrex AX4 - Focus Olive Core Black Grey Five (HP7390)
    Adidas Terrex AX4 - Wonder Beige Carbon Pure Ruby (IH1131)
    Adidas Terrex AX4 - Olive Strata Wonder Beige Core Black (IG6575)
    Adidas Terrex AX4 - Wonder Steel / Grey Three / Impact Orange (HP7392)
    $100 $40
    Save 60%
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  4. Merrell Speed Eco
    82
    Good
    Merrell Speed Eco
    $110 $66
    Save 40%
    See on Merrell
  5. Altra Olympus 6 Hike Low GTX
    81
    Good
    Altra Olympus 6 Hike Low GTX
    $200 $135
    Save 33%
    See on Amazon
  6. On Cloudhorizon Waterproof
    80
    Good
    On Cloudhorizon Waterproof
    $190 $142
    Save 25%
    See on Dick's Sporting Goods
  7. Nike ACG Watercat+
    84
    Good
    Nike ACG Watercat+
    $125 $65
    Save 48%
    See on KICKS CREW
  8. Adidas Terrex Trailmaker
    89
    Great
    Adidas Terrex Trailmaker
    $110 $55
    Save 50%
    See on Amazon
  9. On Cloudhorizon
    83
    Good
    On Cloudhorizon
    $170 $144
    Save 15%
    See on Amazon
  10. The North Face Vectiv Fastpack Futurelight
    88
    Great
    The North Face Vectiv Fastpack Futurelight
    $150 $117
    Save 22%
    See on Amazon
  11. Columbia Crestwood
    84
    Good
    Columbia Crestwood
    $70 $60
    Save 14%
    See on Amazon
  12. Hoka Anacapa Low GTX
    82
    Good
    Hoka Anacapa Low GTX
    $170 $157
    Save 8%
    See on KICKS CREW
  13. Teva Grandview GTX Low
    74
    Good
    Teva Grandview GTX Low
    $165 $90
    Save 46%
    See on Amazon
  14. Vibram Fivefingers V-Trek
    84
    Good
    Vibram Fivefingers V-Trek
    $125 $112
    Save 10%
    See on Amazon
  15. Hoka Skyline-Float X
    80
    Good
    Hoka Skyline-Float X
    $175 $140
    Save 20%
    See on Hoka
  16. Lems Trailhead
    92
    Superb
    Lems Trailhead

    Out of stock in all 46 shops

  17. Salomon Outpulse
    89
    Great
    Salomon Outpulse

    Out of stock in all 46 shops

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If you enjoy leisurely hiking trips, we've reviewed several shoes that are amazing for light hiking. We test these shoes ourselves in the lab and on our feet so that you can find a pair that's truly comfortable for your feet. The light hiking shoes we've tested include some that are wide, slip-on, and breathable.