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Fall Hiking & Trail Walk Outfits for Women: Fleece, Vests, Trail Shoes & Layers
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items The first crisp mornings of October are when a trail walk turns from a chore into the best part of the weekend, and the right layers make it easy to say yes. These are the fleeces, puffer vests, trail shoes, hiking pants and wool socks from Athleta, ...
These are my pick when the trail has roots, wet leaves and loose gravel. The Vibram lugs grip like a hiking boot, but the cushioning is so soft that my feet feel fine after a long loop with the dogs pulling ahead.
Hoka Speedgoat 6 Trail Running Shoe
Cream fleece sounds impractical on a dirt trail, but this one wipes clean and the tall collar blocks the wind at the trailhead. I zip it up for the cold start of a walk, then tie it around my waist once I warm up.
Alo Polar Fleece Ridge Full Zip Jacket
Lightweight ripstop with a little stretch means I can step over fallen logs without feeling stuck. The hem drawcords cinch the pant leg up out of mud, and the zip pockets hold my keys and phone securely on uneven ground.
Athleta Trekkie Hike Pant
This is my light layer for the in-between days when fleece is too warm. The thumbholes keep my sleeves down in the wind, the fit is slim enough to go under a vest, and it still looks polished for coffee after the walk.
lululemon Define Jacket Luon
A women's-fit day pack makes a huge difference, because the straps sit comfortably without digging into my shoulders. The ventilated back panel keeps me from sweating through my base layer, and there is room for water, snacks and the dog's collapsibl...
Osprey Sirrus 26 Women's Hiking Backpack
The sherpa collar makes this the cozy option when you want a vest that photographs well at the pumpkin patch and still blocks wind on a trail. It is water-resistant, layers easily over a long sleeve, and costs far less than most outdoor-brand vests.
Abercrombie YPB On the Go Sherpa Puffer Vest
Wunder Train leggings stay put on climbs, which matters when you are scrambling up a hill and refuse to keep hiking your waistband. The fabric is breathable enough for a warm October afternoon, and these have never gone see-through on me.
lululemon Wunder Train High-Rise Tight 25"
If you want a shoe that works on the pavement to the trailhead and the dirt after it, this is the one. It is springy, grippy in wet leaves, and a fun pop of color that makes an all-black fleece outfit feel more finished.
Nike Pegasus Trail 5 Women's Trail Running Shoes
The boxy, slightly cropped cut looks great over high-waisted leggings, and the fleece is thick enough to keep me comfortable in 45 degree weather. I like that it feels like a real outdoor piece without looking like gear from a catalog.
Free People Movement Mountain High Half-Zip Fleece
A beanie is the easiest way to make a fall hiking outfit feel intentional. This one is thick enough to keep my ears warm at sunrise, and the pom adds a little personality for photos at the overlook.
Alo Cable Knit Winter Bliss Beanie
A fleece vest keeps my core warm while leaving my arms free for pole swings or wrangling a leash. The zip pockets are deep enough for gloves and my phone, and the cinched back gives it a flattering shape over a base layer.
Athleta Altitude Polartec Vest
When the trail is muddy or the forecast has rain in it, I reach for these waterproof Gore-Tex hikers. They feel supportive and stable under a daypack, and the nubuck leather holds up to scuffs and puddles better than mesh shoes do.
Hoka Anacapa 2 Low GTX
The bonded side pockets are the reason I keep reaching for these. My phone fits flat against my hip without bouncing, and the Powervita fabric is soft enough that I wear them for the drive home and an afternoon of errands.
Athleta Salutation Stash Pocket 7/8 Tight
On short trail walks I leave the backpack behind and carry just this. It holds my phone, keys, lip balm and a few treat bags for the dogs, and it works as a crossbody when I stop for lunch after the hike.
lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag 1L
This is the splurge layer for windy overlooks. The shell blocks gusts, the fleece lining keeps me warm without bulk, and the interior stash pocket holds a small wallet so I do not need a bag on short walks.
Free People Movement Field Tripper Jacket
I toss this in my pack because it compresses small and still adds real warmth at the summit. The 700-fill down is lightweight, and it layers neatly under a shell if the weather turns on a longer fall weekend.
lululemon Pack It Down Vest