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top recommended trail shoes
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Kristen Dudding
i posted a tiktok asking for hiking and trail shoes and got an overwhelming number of responses! i’ve compiled them all here and will break them down by budget. now get out there and go climb some mountains!
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under $100
 
$100-150
 
$150-200
 
200+
 
bonus: camp shoes

under $100

 
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an affordable option to keep your feet dry
Women's Strata Trail Low Waterproof Shoe | Columbia
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traction, support, and comfort
Merrell Crosslander 3 Low Women's Hiking Shoes | Big 5 Sporting Goods
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$100-150

 
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a stylish shoe best for wooded trails, not great on super rocky/sharp terrain
KEEN Jasper Zionic Sneakers
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HIGHLY recommended trail shoe that features a wide toe box, a light body, flexible and breathable upper, and great traction in the sole
Altra Lone Peak 9 Trail-Running Shoes - Women's
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runners with a lightweight sole that absorb the trail perfectly
Salomon Speedcross 6 Trail-Running Shoes - Women's | REI Co-op
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$150-200

 
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reliable, light, and comfortable with great traction
Women's Moab 3 Waterproof
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great stability in the sole and a wide toe box
La Sportiva TX4 EVO Approach Shoes - Women's | REI Co-op
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waterproof with phenomenal traction
Oboz Sawtooth X Low Waterproof Hiking Shoes - Women's | REI Co-op
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super lightweight and waterproof for all terrain
Salomon X Ultra 5 GORE-TEX Low Hiking Shoes - Women's | REI Co-op
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lightweight waterproof trail runner hybrid!
Merrell Moab Speed 2 GORE-TEX Hiking Shoes - Women's | REI Co-op
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the highly divisive “toe” shoes that may actually increase foot strength, stability, and more
Vibram Roadaround 2 Women's
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these come in cute colorways and are great for running around in the woods
Danner Trail 2650 Sneakers
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sturdy approach shoe for trekking rugged, technical terrain with heavy packs
Konseal Shoe Women's
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200+

 
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Breathable, comfortable mountain running shoe designed for maximizing speed.
Sylan Pro Shoe Women's
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bonus: camp shoes

 
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an easy pair of slip-ons to wear around camp or after a long hike
Teva ReEmber Camp Shoes
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great shoe for chilling at the campsite, throw on with your cozy wool socks
Bedrock Sandals Mountain Clogs - Leather Suede | REI Co-op
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i LOOOOOVE my crocs. great for creek walking, fishing streams, getting cozy at camp, grabbing coffee, etc.
Realtree APX® Classic Clog
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