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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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Lowa Hiking shoes Innovo Gore-Tex Mid Dune Grey Overview Lowa Hiking shoes Innovo Gore-Tex Mid Dune Grey Side
Lowa
Hiking shoes Innovo Gore-Tex Mid Dune Grey

  • Recommended price

    £173.91

    -30%

    £121.71

The Lowa Innovo Gtx Mid are versatile, lightweight and robust hiking boots, offering comfort and protection thanks to their Gore-Tex membrane and shock-absorbing sole.
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  • Lowa Hiking shoes Innovo Gore-Tex Mid Dune Grey Overview
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Lowa Hiking shoes Innovo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Dune Grey Overview Lowa Hiking shoes Innovo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Dune Grey Side
Lowa
Hiking shoes Innovo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Dune Grey

  • Recommended price

    £173.91

    -30%

    £121.71

The Lowa Innovo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Dune Grey are women's hiking boots that combine waterproofing, comfort and versatility thanks to their innovative design and light weight.
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  • Lowa Hiking shoes Innovo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Dune Grey Overview
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Meindl Hiking shoes Kansas Gore-Tex Dark Brown Overview Meindl Hiking shoes Kansas Gore-Tex Dark Brown Detail
Meindl
Hiking shoes Kansas Gore-Tex Dark Brown

  • Recommended price

    £204.36

    -23%

    £156.51
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  • Meindl Hiking shoes Kansas Gore-Tex Dark Brown Overview
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Meindl Hiking shoes Kapstadt Gore-Tex Anthracite Vert Overview Meindl Hiking shoes Kapstadt Gore-Tex Anthracite Vert Base
Meindl
Hiking shoes Kapstadt Gore-Tex Anthracite Vert

  • Recommended price

    £204.36

    -37%

    £127.80

The Meindl Kapstadt Gore-Tex Anthracite Vert hiking boots combine technical materials and functional design for optimum performance on varied terrain.
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  • Meindl Hiking shoes Kapstadt Gore-Tex Anthracite Vert Overview
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Merrell MQM 3 Gore-Tex Coyote Black Merrell MQM 3 Gore-Tex Coyote Black
Merrell
Fast Hiking shoes MQM 3 Gore-Tex Coyote Black

  • Recommended price

    £143.46

    -45%

    £78.21

The Merrell MQM 3 GTX Coyote Black is a waterproof, breathable hiking shoe with Vibram sole and Air Cushioning for stability and comfort.
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  • Merrell MQM 3 Gore-Tex Black Exuberance
  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes MQM 3 Gore-Tex Boulder Overview
  • Merrell MQM 3 Gore-Tex Coyote Black
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Salewa Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Bungee Cord Black Overview Salewa Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Bungee Cord Black Side
Salewa
Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Bungee Cord Black

  • Recommended price

    £234.81

    -21%

    £184.87

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  • Salewa Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Bungee Cord Black Overview
  • Salewa Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Dark Denim Black Overview
  • Salewa Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Red Dahlia Black Overview
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Salewa Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Red Dahlia Black Overview Salewa Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Red Dahlia Black Side
Salewa
Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Red Dahlia Black

  • Recommended price

    £234.81

    -25%

    £175.73

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  • Salewa Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Bungee Cord Black Overview
  • Salewa Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Dark Denim Black Overview
  • Salewa Hiking shoes MTN Trainer 2 Mid Gore-Tex W Red Dahlia Black Overview
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Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Gore-Tex Shark Azur Overview Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Gore-Tex Shark Azur Side
Scarpa
Approach shoes Mescalito Gore-Tex Shark Azur

  • Recommended price

    £191.31

    -20%

    £153.03

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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  • Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Gore-Tex Shark Azur Overview
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Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Wmn Gray Tropical Green Overview Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Wmn Gray Tropical Green Side
Scarpa
Approach shoes Mescalito Wmn Gray Tropical Green

  • Recommended price

    £173.91

    -27%

    £126.06
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  • Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Wmn Conifer Gray Overview
  • Scarpa Approach shoes Mescalito Wmn Gray Tropical Green Overview
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Bracken Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Bracken Side
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Bracken

  • Recommended price

    £134.76

    -29%

    £95.61
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Beluga Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Bracken Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Granite Poseidon Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Olive Overview
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Aluminium Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Aluminium Side
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Aluminium

  • Recommended price

    £134.76

    -29%

    £95.61

The Moab is the best-selling hiking shoe in the world. You cannot go wrong with the women’s Moab 3 Gtx Wmn Aluminium from Merrell.

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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Altitude Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Aluminium Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Sedona Sage Overview
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Sedona Sage Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Sedona Sage Side
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Sedona Sage

  • Recommended price

    £134.76

    -29%

    £95.61

The Moab 3 Gtx Wmn Sedona Sage is among the most popular women’s hiking shoes from Merrell. 

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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Altitude Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Aluminium Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab 3 Gore-Tex Wmn Sedona Sage Overview
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Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Black Overview Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Black Side
Merrell
Fast Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Black

  • Recommended price

    £147.81

    -14%

    £126.06
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  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Beluga Overview
  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Black Overview
  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Calcite Overview
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Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Peach Overview Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Peach Side
Merrell
Fast Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Peach

  • Recommended price

    £147.81

    -35%

    £95.61
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  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Nougat Overview
  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Peach Overview
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Asphalt Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Asphalt Side
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Asphalt

  • Recommended price

    £160.86

    -32%

    £108.66
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Asphalt Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Black Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Calcite Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Clay Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Slate Overview
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Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Clay Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Clay Side
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Clay

  • Recommended price

    £160.86

    -32%

    £108.66

The Merrell Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Clay is a lightweight, dynamic hiking boot with enhanced ankle support, exceptional traction, and waterproof yet breathable features for all-terrain comfort.
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Asphalt Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Black Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Calcite Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Clay Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Slate 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 Side
La Sportiva
Fast Hiking shoes Prodigio Hike Gore-Tex Black Savana

  • Recommended price

    £165.21

    -14%

    £140.85

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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Salewa Hiking shoes Puez 2 Mid Ptx W Oatmeal Oatmeal Overview Salewa Hiking shoes Puez 2 Mid Ptx W Oatmeal Oatmeal Side
Salewa
Hiking shoes Puez 2 Mid Ptx W Oatmeal Oatmeal

  • Recommended price

    £173.91

    -30%

    £121.71

The Salewa Puez 2 Mid Ptx W Oatmeal Oatmeal women's hiking boots provide good protection against moisture and grip on all types of terrain.
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  • Salewa Hiking shoes Puez 2 Mid Ptx W Oatmeal Oatmeal Overview
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Salomon Trekking shoes Quest Element Gore-Tex Black Deep Lichen Green Overview Salomon Trekking shoes Quest Element Gore-Tex Black Deep Lichen Green Side
Salomon
Trekking boots Quest Element Gore-Tex Black Deep Lichen Green

  • Recommended price

    £165.21

    -35%

    £106.92

Perfect for long distance hikes, the Quest Element GTX from Salomon are lightweight high ankle trekking boots. 
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  • Salomon Trekking shoes Quest Element Gore-Tex Black Deep Lichen Green Overview
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Columbia Redmond III Mid Waterproof Brown Columbia Redmond III Mid Waterproof Brown
Columbia
Hiking shoes Redmond III Mid Waterproof Brown

  • Recommended price

    £86.91

    -40%

    £52.11

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  • Columbia Redmond III Mid Waterproof Brown
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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 Side
Lowa
Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Black Dun

  • Recommended price

    £200.01

    -28%

    £143.46
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  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Black Dun Overview
  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Dark Brown Black Overview
  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Navy Blue Overview
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Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Dark Brown Black Overview Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Dark Brown Black Side
Lowa
Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Dark Brown Black

  • Recommended price

    £200.01

    -25%

    £149.55
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  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Black Dun Overview
  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Dark Brown Black Overview
  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Navy Blue 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 Side
Lowa
Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Navy Blue

  • Recommended price

    £200.01

    -24%

    £150.04
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  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Black Dun Overview
  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Dark Brown Black Overview
  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Navy Blue Overview
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Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Steelblue Old Rose Overview Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Steelblue Old Rose Side
Lowa
Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Steelblue Old Rose

  • Recommended price

    £200.01

    -25%

    £149.55

The Lowa Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Ws is a reliable, high-performance women's hiking boot offering exceptional comfort, robustness, optimal foot support, and waterproof protection.
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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 Graphite Abricot Overview
  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Evo Gore-Tex Mid Ws Steelblue Old Rose Overview
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Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Gore-Tex Mid Espresso Overview Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Gore-Tex Mid Espresso Side
Lowa
Hiking shoes Renegade Gore-Tex Mid Espresso

  • Recommended price

    £191.31

    -25%

    £143.46
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  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Gore-Tex Mid Espresso Overview
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Mammut Hiking shoes Sapuen High Gore-Tex Hot Red Overview Mammut Hiking shoes Sapuen High Gore-Tex Hot Red Side
Mammut
Hiking shoes Sapuen High Gore-Tex Hot Red

  • Recommended price

    £182.61

    -29%

    £127.89

The Sapuen High Gtx from Mammut is a lightweight performance hiking boot. The Gore-Tex membrane guarantees waterproofness and the Flextron technology ensures a natural foot strike and optimum energy transmission.

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  • Mammut Hiking shoes Sapuen High Gore-Tex Hot Red Overview
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Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Traveller Mid Wp Nutshell Velvet Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Traveller Mid Wp Nutshell Velvet Side
Merrell
Hiking shoes Siren 4 Traveller Mid Wp Nutshell Velvet

  • Recommended price

    £143.46

    -39%

    £86.91

The Merrell Siren 4 Traveller Mid Wp Nutshell Velvet is a versatile hiking boot, offering superior comfort, excellent traction, and effective protection for outdoor adventures.
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  • Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Traveller Mid Wp Nutshell Velvet Overview
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Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Speed Eco Wp Avocado Kangaroo Overview Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Speed Eco Wp Avocado Kangaroo Side
Merrell
Fast Hiking shoes Speed Eco Wp Avocado Kangaroo

  • Recommended price

    £121.71

    -46%

    £65.25

Lightweight and rugged, the Merrell Speed Eco WP Advocado Kangaroo is the ideal fast hiking shoe for nature lovers. Made from recycled materials, it offers comfort, stability and natural odor control.
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  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Speed Eco Wp Avocado Kangaroo Overview
  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Speed Eco Wp Drab Overview
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adidas Hiking shoes Terrex Ax4 Gore-Tex W Core Black Grey Three Mint Ton 2 Overview adidas Hiking shoes Terrex Ax4 Gore-Tex W Core Black Grey Three Mint Ton 2 Side
adidas
Hiking shoes Terrex Ax4 Gore-Tex W Core Black Grey Three Mint Ton 2

  • Recommended price

    £113.01

    -30%

    £78.21
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  • adidas Hiking shoes Terrex Ax4 Gore-Tex W Core Black Grey Three Mint Ton 2 Overview
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Hiking shoes Terrex Ax4 Gore-Tex W Quicri Prlofi Warcla

  • Recommended price

    £113.01

    -30%

    £78.21
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  • adidas Hiking shoes Terrex Ax4 Gore-Tex W Core Black Grey Three Mint Ton 2 Overview
  • adidas Hiking shoes Terrex Ax4 Gore-Tex W Quicri Prlofi Warcla Overview
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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

waterproof hiking boot

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