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Waterproof hiking shoes and boots

Waterproof hiking shoes or boots keep your feet dry in all seasons and under any weather conditions. At Glisshop, our trekking and hiking specialists offer a complete selection of waterproof shoes for women and men. Whether in leather, Gore-Tex, or another membrane, high, low, or mid-cut uppers, you’ll have plenty of choices among the most reputable hiking footwear brands.

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Millet Hiking shoes G Trek 3 Gore-Tex Ivy 2 Overview Millet Hiking shoes G Trek 3 Gore-Tex Ivy 2 Keypoints
Millet
Hiking shoes G Trek 3 Gore-Tex Ivy 2

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    £197.91

    -40%

    £116.91
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  • Millet Hiking shoes G Trek 3 Gore-Tex Ivy 2 Overview
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Millet Trekking shoes G Trek 5 Gore-Tex Black Overview Millet Trekking shoes G Trek 5 Gore-Tex Black Keypoints
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Trekking boots G Trek 5 Gore-Tex Black

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    £269.91

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    £188.91
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Millet Hiking shoes Hike Up Mid Gore-Tex Ivy Noir Overview Millet Hiking shoes Hike Up Mid Gore-Tex Ivy Noir Side
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Hiking shoes Hike Up Mid Gore-Tex Ivy Noir

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    £179.91

    -35%

    £116.91
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Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Titanium Mango Overview Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Titanium Mango Keypoints
Scarpa
Approach shoes Mescalito Titanium Mango

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    £179.91

    -10%

    £161.91

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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Beluga Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Beluga Keypoints
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Beluga

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    £152.91

    -23%

    £116.91

The Moab 3 Mid Gtx Beluga is one of the best-selling models from Merrell.
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Beluga Overview
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Black Grey Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Black Grey Keypoints
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Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Black Grey

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    £152.91

    -23%

    £116.91
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Beluga Overview
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Olive Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Pecan Overview
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Millet Approach shoes Super Trident Gore-Tex Tarmac Overview Millet Approach shoes Super Trident Gore-Tex Tarmac Keypoints
Millet
Approach shoes Super Trident Gore-Tex Tarmac

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    £215.91

    -20%

    £170.91
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Millet Trekking shoes Ubic Mid Gore-Tex Dorite Overview Millet Trekking shoes Ubic Mid Gore-Tex Dorite Side
Millet
Trekking boots Ubic Mid Gore-Tex Dorite

  • Recommended price

    £179.91

    -15%

    £152.91

Millet Ubic Mid Gore-Tex trekking boots combine comfort, performance and durability for adventurers seeking versatility on all types of terrain.
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Salomon Hiking shoes X Ultra 360 Gore-Tex Castlerock Black Spicy Mustard Overview Salomon Hiking shoes X Ultra 360 Gore-Tex Castlerock Black Spicy Mustard Keypoints
Salomon
Hiking shoes X Ultra 360 Gore-Tex Castlerock Black Spicy Mustard

  • Recommended price

    £130.41

    -27%

    £94.41
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  • Salomon Hiking shoes X Ultra 360 Gore-Tex Black Magnet Quiet hade Overview
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Lowa Trekking shoes Camino Evo Gore-Tex 2 Black Orange Overview Lowa Trekking shoes Camino Evo Gore-Tex 2 Black Orange Keypoints
Lowa
Trekking boots Camino Evo Gore-Tex 2 Black Orange

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    £260.91

    -19%

    £210.51

The Lowa Camino Evo Gtx Black/Orange trekking boot, featuring a Gore-Tex membrane, impresses with its comfort, durability and exceptional grip on a variety of terrains.
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Lowa Explorer II Gore-Tex Mid Anthracite Lime Lowa Explorer II Gore-Tex Mid Anthracite Lime
Lowa
Hiking shoes Explorer II Gore-Tex Mid Anthracite Lime

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    £206.91

    -45%

    £112.50
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Millet Trekking shoes G trek 5 Gore-Tex W Black Overview Millet Trekking shoes G trek 5 Gore-Tex W Black Keypoints
Millet
Trekking boots G trek 5 Gore-Tex W Black

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    £269.91

    -30%

    £188.91
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  • Millet Trekking shoes G trek 5 Gore-Tex W Black Overview
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Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Gore-Tex Shark Azur Overview Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Gore-Tex Shark Azur Keypoints
Scarpa
Approach shoes Mescalito Gore-Tex Shark Azur

  • Recommended price

    £197.91

    -10%

    £178.11

The Scarpa Mescalito Gtx Shark Azur men’s approach shoe is a technical model designed with a Gore-Tex waterproof membrane and a Vibram sole to provide grip and protection from the elements. 

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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Beluga Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Beluga Keypoints
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Beluga

  • Recommended price

    £139.41

    -22%

    £107.91

The Moab 3 Gtx Beluga from Merrell is part of the Moab range, the most popular hiking shoes in the world. 

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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Granite Poseidon Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Granite Poseidon Keypoints
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Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Granite Poseidon

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    £139.41

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    £107.91
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Beluga Overview
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Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Altitude

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    £139.41

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    £107.91
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Olive Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Olive Keypoints
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Olive

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    £152.91

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    £116.91

Merrell’s Moab 3 Mid Gtx Olive is a versatile and popular hiking boot for men
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Beluga Overview
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Olive Overview
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Pecan Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Pecan Keypoints
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Pecan

  • Recommended price

    £152.91

    -23%

    £116.91
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Beluga Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Black Grey Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Olive Overview
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Altitude Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Altitude Keypoints
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Altitude

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    £152.91

    -23%

    £116.91
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Altitude Overview
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Sedona Sage Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Sedona Sage Keypoints
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Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Sedona Sage

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    £152.91

    -23%

    £116.91

The Moab 3 Mid Gtx Wmn Sedona Sage is a women’s hiking boot particularly robust and comfortable from Merrell.

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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Sedona Sage Overview
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Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Ltr Wp Tan Mole Keypoints Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Ltr Wp Tan Mole
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Fast Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Ltr Wp Tan Mole

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    £161.91

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    £129.51
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Black Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Black Keypoints
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Black

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    £166.41

    -24%

    From £125.91
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Black Overview
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La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Prodigio Hike Gore-Tex Black Savana Overview La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Prodigio Hike Gore-Tex Black Savana Keypoints
La Sportiva
Fast Hiking shoes Prodigio Hike Gore-Tex Black Savana

  • Recommended price

    £170.91

    -11%

    £152.01

The Sportiva Prodigio Hike Gore-Tex Black Savana fast hiking shoe offers optimal comfort and a dynamic stride thanks to its responsive cushioning and ergonomic construction.
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  • La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Prodigio Hike Gore-Tex Black Savana Overview
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Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Black Dun Overview Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Black Dun Keypoints
Lowa
Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Black Dun

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    £206.91

    -15%

    £175.50
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  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Black Dun Overview
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Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Navy Blue Overview Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Navy Blue Keypoints
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Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Navy Blue

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    £206.91

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    £175.50
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  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Black Dun Overview
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Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Espresso Anthracite Overview Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Espresso Anthracite Keypoints
Lowa
Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Espresso Anthracite

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    £206.91

    -15%

    £175.50
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  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Espresso Anthracite Overview
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Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade lll Gore-Tex Lo Ws Marron Denim Overview Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade lll Gore-Tex Lo Ws Marron Denim Keypoints
Lowa
Hiking shoes Renegade lll Gore-Tex Lo Ws Marron Denim

  • Recommended price

    £143.91

    -37%

    £89.91

At ease on the plains and in the mid-range mountains, Lowa Renegade lll Gore-Tex Lo Ws Marron Denim women's hiking boots are totally protective against moisture.
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One of the golden rules of hiking—and even more so for long-distance trekking—is to keep your socks and feet dry to prevent blisters. While some models designed for hot summer hikes prioritize breathability, most modern hiking boots are waterproof, allowing multi-day hikes on various terrains without worry.

Waterproof Hiking Shoes and Boots: Are They Essential?

Waterproof and Breathable Membranes

Waterproof and breathable membranes have revolutionized hiking footwear by providing two key benefits. Designed to create a barrier against water while allowing moisture to escape, they ensure optimal comfort even in tough conditions. Today, many manufacturers invest in developing their own membrane technologies as cost-effective alternatives to the premium Gore-Tex membrane, which remains the high-end benchmark.

In terms of construction, the breathable membrane lines the interior of the shoe, forming an invisible yet effective protective barrier.

Key benefits:

  • Protection against external moisture while allowing breathability
  • Compatible with various outer materials (nylon, fabric, leather)
  • More affordable alternative to Gore-Tex for some manufacturers
  • Double-layer construction preserves shoe integrity

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Gore-Tex Mountain Shoes and Boots: A Benchmark

Gore-Tex represents excellence in waterproof and breathable membranes. A pioneer in this field, it has set the standard for quality and performance. This technology, also used in jackets, trousers, and gloves for mountaineering, now comes in several versions offering varying levels of breathability and waterproofness to suit different needs.

Shoes with this technology are easily recognizable by the GTX suffix in their name, a mark of quality for demanding hikers.

Advantages of Gore-Tex:

  • Pioneering technology that continues to improve
  • Diverse range tailored for different activities
  • Easy identification with the GTX label
  • Proven performance in extreme conditions

Are Leather Hiking Boots Waterproof?

Before the rise of technical membranes, leather was the dominant material for hiking boots due to its exceptional durability. Leather naturally offers some water resistance, but it is limited and requires regular maintenance to stay effective. Frequent waxing helps create a hydrophobic barrier, allowing water to bead off rather than penetrate the material.

Maintenance goes beyond waterproofing—regular conditioning is essential to prevent leather from drying out and cracking, which would compromise its water resistance. Given these requirements, leading waterproof footwear brands often combine leather with an internal Gore-Tex membrane, blending traditional durability with modern technology.

Key points about leather hiking boots:

  • Unmatched natural durability
  • Limited water resistance requiring regular waxing
  • Essential maintenance to prevent drying and cracking
  • Often paired with an internal membrane for optimal protection

The Advantage of Waterproof Shoes for Summer Trekking

Choosing a good pair of waterproof hiking shoes is a smart move even for summer hikes. Their versatility ensures adaptability to various conditions, from unexpected rain showers to traversing wet terrain. For trekking, waterproof shoes become essential, allowing hikers to cross streams and snow patches without compromising comfort.

The adaptability of these shoes makes them a worthwhile investment for regular hikers who want a single pair suitable for different conditions.

Why opt for waterproof footwear even in summer:

  • Protection against unexpected weather changes
  • Freedom to traverse wet terrain without worry
  • Single investment for a versatile solution

Warm Models for Winter Hiking

For winter hiking, specially designed models combine waterproofing with thermal insulation. These boots, lined with insulating materials like Primaloft and fitted with Vibram soles optimized for icy terrain, ensure maximum comfort even in freezing temperatures.

These technologies keep feet warm and dry—two essential factors in preventing frostbite and other cold-related issues.

Features of warm hiking boots:

  • Primaloft or similar insulated lining
  • Vibram soles designed for grip on icy surfaces
  • Thermal performance even in sub-zero conditions
  • Complete protection against cold and moisture

Choosing Waterproof Hiking Shoes or Boots: Adapt to Your Needs

Waterproof hiking shoes or boots are a strategic investment for any hiker looking to explore without worrying about the elements. Their versatility and ability to adapt to different terrains and climates make them essential for mountain and outdoor enthusiasts.

Key considerations before purchasing:

  • Frequency and type of hiking (occasional or regular)
  • Typical weather conditions you’ll encounter
  • Preferred terrain (dry trails, wet areas, mountains)
  • Need for versatility vs. specific use
  • Available budget and desired quality-to-price ratio