10 Best Lightweight Hiking Boots of December 2025

• ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY: Columbia Men's Newton Ridge Plus II Waterproof Hiking Boot features our lightweight, durable midsole for long lasting comfort, superior cushioning, and high energy return as well as an advanced traction rubber sole for slip-free movement on rough ground.
• HANDY FEATURES: Treacherous days out on the trail are comfortable and worry-free with this boot's waterproof full-grain leather and mesh bootie construction and its durable mesh tongue for breathability.
• ADJUSTABLE FEATURES: The Newton Ridge Plus II Waterproof Hiking Boot features a lace-up closure for an adjustable, secure fit.
• VERSATILE STYLE: This men's waterproof hiking boot delivers style and durability with its contrasting color combinations and soft mesh exterior.
• OMNI-GRIP: This multi-terrain traction system matches specially formulated compounds and treads to specific environments. A dual-zone winter tread pattern ensures solid footing on surfaces such as ice and snow.

Columbia

• Technology: This women's trail shoe features our Omni-GRIP technology for slip-free traction and our Techlite midsole long lasting comfort
• Material: this women's trail shoe is constructed of a combination of leather and mesh upper, Techlite lightweight midsole with superior cushioning and high energy return, and our Omni-GRIP traction rubber outsole
• Handy features: this women's hiking boot features superior cushioning and a waterproof seam-sealed construction
• This women's boot is inspired by by classic mountaineering boots
• With a waterproof construction, slip-free traction, and superior cushioning, this boot is perfect for hiking

Columbia

• WATERPROOF BACKPACKING BOOT: This lightweight boot features great cushioning for long-distance comfort, a rubber toe cap to protect from hazards, & waterproof GORE-TEX for breathable weather protection.
• GO FARTHER, FASTER: If backpacking is your sport, the Quest Prime GTX is your boot. Super lightweight at 490g, it's made with optimum cushioning & protection so you can eat up the miles in comfort.
• ADVENTURE AWAITS: Whether you love a local day hike or hitting the trails for a multi-day adventure, Salomon makes innovative hiking & backpacking shoes & boots for men & women to help you go the distance.
• TIME TO PLAY: Whether you are into trail running, hiking, backpacking, or mountaineering, Salomon has shoes & gear for kids, men & women to help you conquer a new distance, personal record, or event!
• SINCE 1947 Salomon has used our passion for outdoor sports & innovation to create progressive gear. Our road & trail running shoes, hiking sneakers, boots, & water shoes help make any path your own.

Salomon

• Technology: This men's trail shoe features our Omni-GRIP technology for slip-free traction and our Techlite midsole long lasting comfort
• Material: this men's trail shoe is constructed of a combination of leather, suede and mesh upper, Techlite lightweight midsole with superior cushioning and high energy return, and our Omni-GRIP traction rubber outsole
• Handy features: this men's hiking boot features superior cushioning and a waterproof seam-sealed construction
• This men's boot is inspired by by classic mountaineering boots
• With a waterproof construction, slip-free traction, and superior cushioning, this men's boot is perfect for hiking

Columbia

• Removable Insole.Breathable mesh lining
• 5mm lug depth ; Molded nylon arch shank ; Bellows, closed-cell foam tongue keeps moisture and debris out ;Merrell air cushion in the heel absorbs shock and adds stability
• Merrell M Select FIT.ECO+ blended EVA contoured footbed with added zonal arch and heel support
• Protective rubber toe cap

Merrell

• Danner Dry waterproof protection. Cushioning open-cell OrthoLite footbed.
• Vibram SPE midsole for maximum rebound, comfort and support. Nylon shank.
• TPU heel frame to enhance support and stability.
• Vibram Fuga outsole with Megagrip technology offers superior grip on wet and dry surfaces
• Hazelwood/Yellow[62249],Brown/Red[62241],Dark Brown/Green[62243],Carbon Black[62248],Saddle Tan[62246],Black[62242],Rich Brown[62250],Sand[62254],Walnut/Green[62272],Sandy Taupe[36232],Java/Bossa Nova[36233],Gray[62257],Dark Brown[62258]

Danner

• Relax fit
• Memory foam

Skechers

• Omni-Grip non-marking traction rubber. Materials: Upper: Leather / Suede / Mesh , Midsole: Techlite EVA , Outsole: Omni-Grip Rubber
• Techlite lightweight midsole for long lasting comfort, superior cushioning, and high energy return.
• A combination of full grain leather and suede, scratch rubber heel, mesh tongue, and outdoor hardware.
• Omni-TECH waterproof, breathable, seam-sealed membrane, bootie construction.

Columbia

• M Select DRY seals out water and lets moisture escape so you stay dry when you're on the move
• Performance suede leather and mesh upper;Molded nylon arch shank
• Bellows, closed-cell foam tongue keeps moisture and debris out. Merrell air cushion in the heel absorbs shock and adds stability, 5mm lug depth
• Protective rubber toe cap, Breathable mesh lining
• Vibram TC5+ sole, 5mm lug depth
• Merrell M Select FIT.ECO+ blended EVA contoured footbed with added zonal arch and heel support
• Protective rubber toe cap

Merrell

• Lightweight & breathable synthetic & textile upper
• Anatomically molded upper for enhanced fit
• Welded forefoot overlay for protection
• Molded tongue & vamp for adaptable fit, comfort & breathability
• TPU toe cap for added durability & protection

Under Armour