Best Hiking Boots (2026): Walking Shoes, Trails, Backpacking
Jul 11, 2026 5:32 AM
The Best Hiking Boots and Shoes for Any Adventure
From strenuous hikes and serious summits to weekend rambles in the park, these boots help you make the most of your time outdoors.
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Over the past 12 months I’ve tested more than 50 pairs of outdoor shoes, from traditional leather hiking boots and their modern equivalents to ultralight trail runners and everything in between. I’ve popped out for dog walks around my local park, hiked for days along rugged coastal paths, thru-hiked with heavy packs, and even stepped out on the occasional glacier.
Hikers have hundreds of options to choose from these days, from old-school leather clodhoppers to ultralight trail-running sneakers, stiff approach shoes,...
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