Read: Our Expert Guide To Fitting Your Footwear / Top Tips For Choosing The Best Footwear
You might often ask about the best walking boots for women. The answer frequently comes down to materials. Choosing womens leather walking boots means investing in footwear that eventually moulds exactly to your foot shape. Leather naturally repels water and lasts for years with regular waxing. For faster days, synthetic hiking boots for women offer an excellent alternative. Synthetic options break in quickly and breathe well during hot summer hikes. You should look for womens waterproof walking boots featuring special membranes like GORE-TEX when expecting rain. These clever membranes stop rain from soaking your socks while letting sweat escape easily. You absolutely need womens waterproof hiking boots to stay dry when crossing wet grass.
The best hiking boots for women always match the specific trail surface. Low cut shoes suit your flat paths and easy park walks perfectly. Mid height walking boots for women offer extra ankle protection on rocky trails and steep inclines. You should select trekking boots for womens specific foot shapes when carrying heavy backpacks over rough ground. High cut boots stop your ankles from rolling on uneven ground. Browse our full selection of womens hiking boots today to find the exact pair you need for your next trail walk.
Some of our top comfort rated walking boots include:
Scarpa Women's Cyrus Mid GTX Boots: These boots feature a soft nubuck leather upper, Gore-Tex lining for waterproofing, and a cushioned Energy L outsole for excellent grip and comfort on trails. They are lightweight and ideal for walking paths and moderate hikes.
Scarpa Women's Terra GTX Boots: Known for their immediate comfort, these boots have a soft leather upper, Gore-Tex waterproof membrane, and Vibram Energy II sole for enhanced grip and support. Perfect for low-level walks and everyday use.
Meindl Women's Journey Mid GTX Boots: Part of the Comfort-Fit range, these boots offer a roomier fit with a breathable nubuck leather upper, Gore-Tex lining, and Air-Active footbed for exceptional comfort during long walks or relaxed hikes.
Yes, it's recommended to go half a size or one full size up to accommodate thick socks and foot swelling during long walks, ensuring comfort and preventing toe-bang on descents. Unsure on which size you need? Book an appointment at one of our experts at your local store!
Walking boots provide better durability, ankle support, and waterproofing, making them ideal for rugged terrain and longer hikes. Trainers are lightweight and versatile but lack the protection needed for uneven or wet conditions
Lightweight hiking boots: Ideal for day hikes on easy terrain.
Midweight hiking boots: Suitable for multi-day treks with moderate loads.
Heavyweight/backpacking boots: Designed for rough terrain and heavy packs, offering maximum support and durability.
We use marketing, analytical and functional cookies as well as similar technologies to give you the best experience. Third parties, including social media platforms, often place tracking cookies on our site to show you personalised adverts outside of our website.
We store your cookie preferences for two years and you can edit your preferences via ‘manage cookies’ or through the cookie policy at the bottom of every page. For more information, please see our cookie policy.