10 Best Trail Running Shoes Women of December 2025

List of Top Rated Trail Running Shoes Women from thousands of customer reviews & feedback.

Updated On Dec 2025

1,340 Reviews Studied

By Customer Ratings

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New Balance Women's Fresh Foam Arishi Trail V1 Running Shoe, Black/Purple/Neo Violet, 9 M US Read Review

  • AT Tread outsole provides versatile traction during both on and off-road activities
  • EVA foam insert increases comfort
  • Fresh Foam midsole cushioning is precision engineered to deliver an ultra-cushioned, lightweight ride
  • Toe Protect technology helps protect feet from rocks, roots and debris
  • Upper features no-sew construction for a sleek fit and feel

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New Balance Women's 510 V4 Trail Running Shoe, Steel/Lead/Pink Glo, 12 M US Read Review

  • ACTEVA Midsole
  • ABZORB Heel
  • NB Ultra Soft Comfort Insert
  • AT TREAD Outsole
  • Toe Protect

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ASICS Women's Gel-Venture 5 Trail Running Shoe, Frost Gray/Silver/Soothing Sea, 8 M US Read Review

  • Rubber sole
  • Rugged neutral runner in mesh with bright overlays
  • GEL Cushioning System
  • Removable foam sockliner accommodates orthotics
  • Trail-specific outsole with multi-surface traction

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Merrell Women's Vapor Glove 3 Trail Runner, Turbulence, 9.5 M US Read Review

  • Mesh Upper
  • Zero Drop
  • Barefoot Technology
  • Vibram Outsole
  • Durable

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Salomon Women's Alphacross Trail Running Shoes, Potent Purple/Navy Blazer/India Ink, 8.5 Read Review

  • Aggressive Grip: Contagrip outsole features a versatile lug pattern that is ready for any surface, wet or dry
  • Comfort: instant comfort from the first time you put it on. The mesh upper and proven Salomon fit deliver
  • Cushioning: energy cell midsole absorbs shock while you run

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Merrell Women's Glove 4 Trail Runner,Black,8 M US Read Review

  • Mesh Upper, Breathable mesh lining
  • Zero Drop/4MM Cushion
  • Trail Protect pad offers underfoot protection
  • Vibram Outsole
  • Durable

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ASICS Women's Gel-Venture 6 Running-Shoes,Black/Carbon/Neon Lime,8.5 Medium US Read Review

  • Rearfoot GEL Cushioning System: Attenuates shock during impact phase and allows for a smooth transition to midstance.
  • Removable Sockliner: A sockliner which can be removed to accommodate a medical orthotic.
  • Removable Sockliner: A sockliner which can be removed to accommodate a medical orthotic.
  • Trail Specific Outsole: Reversed lugs provide uphill and downhill traction on all types of terrain.
  • AHAR Outsole: Acronym for ASICS High Abrasion Rubber. Placed in critical areas of the outsole for exceptional durability.

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ASICS Women's Gel-Venture 7 Running Shoes, 7M, Peacoat/HOT Pink Read Review

  • Rearfoot GEL technology cushioning system - Attenuates shock during impact phase and allows for a smooth transition to midstance.

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New Balance Women's Minimus 10 V1 Trail Running Shoe, Black/Thunder, 6.5 W US Read Review

  • Acteva midsole. Heel pull loop
  • Antimicrobial treatment to reduce odor
  • 4 mm drop, Vibram outsole
  • With an upper made of flexible mesh materials and a Vibram outsole with flex grooves.
  • This women's trail running shoe offers the traction and durability you need to run on rocky trails. Lace-up closure

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Saucony Women's Versafoam Excursion TR13 Trail Running Shoe, Grey/Berry, 7.5 Read Review

  • Successor to the Excursion TR12.Trail specific knit mesh with supportive overlays locks your foot into place and protects from trail debris
  • Triangular-lugged outsole grips the terrain for rock-solid footing
  • VERSAFOAM cushioning provides a responsive feel for every stride
  • Shoe Category: Trail, Pronation: Neutral, Cushion: Moderate, Construction Type: Neutral, Surface: Trail
  • Arch: Normal (Mid), Low, Water Resistant: No, Waterproof: No