CONTACT US   020 3129 3301

Our experts are here for you

Our passionate staff is with you through every step of your purchase and helps you choose the right gear that best suits your needs.

Mon-Sat 9am-12am / 2pm-7pm
(GMT+1)

020 3129 3301


With our Help Center

CONTACT
£
Language & currency
English (United Kingdom)
Germany
Austria
Belgium
Denmark
Spain
Finland
Metropolitan France
France Corsica
Ireland
Italy
Luxembourg
Monaco
Netherlands
Poland
Portugal
United Kingdom
Slovenia
Sweden
Switzerland
£ Pound Sterling (GBP)
€ Euro (EUR)
CHF Swiss Franc (CHF)
(= line.product.common.ancestorIds[1] || line.product.common.ancestorIds[0] || line.product.common.id =) (= line.quantity =) (= line.product.common.title =) (= line.unitAmountWithTaxes =) (= cartData.common.currencyCode =)
0
Cart
LOAD THE SLED UP TO 70% OFF   |   GUARANTEED DELIVERY BEFORE CHRISTMAS

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.

 Read more Show less
Filters
Filters selected Reset all
Scarpa Trekking shoes Mescalito Trek Gore-Tex Dark Anthracite Mustard Overview Scarpa Trekking shoes Mescalito Trek Gore-Tex Dark Anthracite Mustard Keypoints
Scarpa
Trekking boots Mescalito Trek Gore-Tex Dark Anthracite Mustard

  • Recommended price

    £251.91

    -10%

    £226.71

Scarpa's Mescalito Trek Gtx Dark Anthracite Mustard trekking and mountain boots offer robustness, comfort and protection for long hikes in demanding terrain.
Colour
  • Scarpa Trekking shoes Mescalito Trek Gore-Tex Dark Anthracite Mustard Overview
Size
Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Beluga Overview Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Beluga Keypoints
Merrell
Fast Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Beluga

  • Recommended price

    £152.91

    -20%

    £121.41
Colour
  • 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
  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Nori Overview
Size
Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Nougat Overview Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Nougat Keypoints
Merrell
Fast Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Nougat

  • Recommended price

    £152.91

    -20%

    £121.41
Colour
  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Nougat Overview
  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Peach Overview
Size
Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Calcite Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Calcite
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Calcite

  • Recommended price

    £166.41

    -21%

    £130.41
Colour
  • 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 Slate Overview
Size
Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Greige Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Greige Keypoints
Merrell
Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Greige

  • Recommended price

    £166.41

    -21%

    £130.41
Colour
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Moab Speed 2 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Greige Overview
Size
Mammut Hiking shoes Nova Iv Low Gore-Tex Marine Black Overview Mammut Hiking shoes Nova Iv Low Gore-Tex Marine Black Keypoints
Mammut
Hiking shoes Nova Iv Low Gore-Tex Marine Black

  • Recommended price

    £161.91

    -27%

    £116.91
Colour
  • Mammut Hiking shoes Nova Iv Low Gore-Tex Black Apricot Brandy Overview
  • Mammut Hiking shoes Nova Iv Low Gore-Tex Marine Black Overview
Size
Columbia Hiking shoes Peakfreak Hera Outdry Black Wild Fuchsia Overview Columbia Hiking shoes Peakfreak Hera Outdry Black Wild Fuchsia Keypoints
Columbia
Hiking shoes Peakfreak Hera Outdry Black Wild Fuchsia

  • Recommended price

    £116.91

    -42%

    £67.50

The Columbia Peakfreak Hera Outdry Black Wild Fuchsia is a versatile hiking boot offering comfort, protection and grip on all terrains.
Colour
  • Columbia Hiking shoes Peakfreak Hera Outdry Black Wild Fuchsia Overview
Size
Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Wide Gore-Tex Espresso Overview Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Wide Gore-Tex Espresso Keypoints
Lowa
Hiking shoes Renegade Wide Gore-Tex Espresso

  • Recommended price

    £197.91

    -40%

    £116.91

Designed for wide feet, the Lowa Renegade Wide GTX Espresso hiking boot combines stability, durable comfort and a Vibram sole that grips all terrain.
Colour
  • Lowa Hiking shoes Renegade Wide Gore-Tex Espresso Overview
Size
Meindl Hiking shoes Respond Lady Gore-Tex Graphite Ciel Overview Meindl Hiking shoes Respond Lady Gore-Tex Graphite Ciel
Meindl
Hiking shoes Respond Lady Gore-Tex Graphite Ciel

  • Recommended price

    £170.91

    -21%

    £134.91
Colour
  • Meindl Hiking shoes Respond Lady Gore-Tex Graphite Ciel Overview
Size
Hanwag Approach shoes Rotpunkt Light Low Lady Gore-Tex Rose Purple Overview Hanwag Approach shoes Rotpunkt Light Low Lady Gore-Tex Rose Purple Keypoints
Hanwag
Approach shoes Rotpunkt Light Low Lady Gore-Tex Rose Purple

  • Recommended price

    £179.91

    -25%

    £134.91
Colour
  • Hanwag Approach shoes Rotpunkt Light Low Lady Gore-Tex Rose Purple Overview
Size
Scarpa Hiking shoes Rush 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Burgundy Dusty Orange Overview Scarpa Hiking shoes Rush 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Burgundy Dusty Orange Keypoints
Scarpa
Hiking shoes Rush 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Burgundy Dusty Orange

  • Recommended price

    £161.91

    -11%

    £143.91

The Scarpa brand has designed the Rush 2 Pro Gore-Tex Wmn Burgundy Dusty Orange hiking boots especially for women, equipping them with a nubuck upper and a waterproof-breathable membrane.
Colour
  • Scarpa Hiking shoes Rush 2 Gore-Tex Wmn Burgundy Dusty Orange Overview
Size
Scarpa Hiking shoes Rush 2 Pro Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Sage Aloe Overview Scarpa Hiking shoes Rush 2 Pro Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Sage Aloe Keypoints
Scarpa
Hiking shoes Rush 2 Pro Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Sage Aloe

  • Recommended price

    £179.91

    -10%

    £161.91

Although they feature a mid upper, made from nubuck, the Scarpa Rush 2 Pro Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Sage Aloe women's hiking boots also benefit from a Gore-Tex ePE membrane.
Colour
  • Scarpa Hiking shoes Rush 2 Pro Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Sage Aloe Overview
Size
Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Gore-Tex Black Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Gore-Tex Black Keypoints
Merrell
Hiking shoes Siren 4 Gore-Tex Black

  • Recommended price

    £143.91

    -34%

    £94.50

The Merrell Siren 4 Gtx Black women’s hiking shoe offers performance and comfort with its breathable and waterproof Gore-Tex membrane.
Colour
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Gore-Tex Black Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Gore-Tex Monument Overview
Size
Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Mid Gore-Tex Black Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Mid Gore-Tex Black
Merrell
Hiking shoes Siren 4 Mid Gore-Tex Black

  • Recommended price

    £161.91

    -44%

    £89.91

The Siren 4 Mid Gtx Black de Merrell women’s hiking boot offers comfort, support, stability and durability for all your hikes. Its Gore-Tex membrane guarantees waterproofness and breathability and the Vibram TC5+ outsole guarantees very good grip.
Colour
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Mid Gore-Tex Black Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Mid Gore-Tex Navy Overview
Size
Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Mid Gore-Tex Navy Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Mid Gore-Tex Navy Keypoints
Merrell
Hiking shoes Siren 4 Mid Gore-Tex Navy

  • Recommended price

    £161.91

    -44%

    £89.91
Colour
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Mid Gore-Tex Black Overview
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Siren 4 Mid Gore-Tex Navy Overview
Size
Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Speed Strike 2 Gore-Tex Calcite Overview Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Speed Strike 2 Gore-Tex Calcite Keypoints
Merrell
Fast Hiking shoes Speed Strike 2 Gore-Tex Calcite

  • Recommended price

    £116.91

    -23%

    £89.91

Merrell's Speed Strike 2 Gtx fast hiking boots offer grip, lightness and waterproofing for hikers who like to pick up the pace.
Colour
  • Merrell Fast Hiking Shoes Speed Strike 2 Gore-Tex Calcite Overview
Size
Merrell Hiking shoes Speed Strike 2 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Black Overview Merrell Hiking shoes Speed Strike 2 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Black Keypoints
Merrell
Hiking shoes Speed Strike 2 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Black

  • Recommended price

    £125.91

    -21%

    £98.91

Explore the trails with confidence in Merrell's Speed Strike 2 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Black hiking boot, which is lightweight, grippy and waterproof.
Colour
  • Merrell Hiking shoes Speed Strike 2 Mid Gore-Tex Wmn Black Overview
Size
adidas Fast Hiking Shoes Terrex Free Hiker 2 Low Gore-Tex Brostr Savann Carbon Overview adidas Fast Hiking Shoes Terrex Free Hiker 2 Low Gore-Tex Brostr Savann Carbon Keypoints
adidas
Fast Hiking shoes Terrex Free Hiker 2 Low Gore-Tex Brostr Savann Carbon

  • Recommended price

    £170.91

    -31%

    £116.91
Colour
  • adidas Fast Hiking Shoes Terrex Free Hiker 2 Low Gore-Tex Brostr Savann Carbon Overview
  • adidas Fast Hiking Shoes Terrex Free Hiker 2 Low Gore-Tex Cblack Carbon Olistr Overview
Size
adidas Hiking shoes Terrex Skychaser Ax5 Gore-Tex Cblack Carbon Purtea Overview adidas Hiking shoes Terrex Skychaser Ax5 Gore-Tex Cblack Carbon Purtea Keypoints
adidas
Hiking shoes Terrex Skychaser Ax5 Gore-Tex Cblack Carbon Purtea

  • Recommended price

    £107.91

    -29%

    £76.41

The adidas Terrex Skychaser AX5 Gore-Tex Cblack Carbon Purtea hiking boots offer lightness, support and protection to move with agility on technical trails, even wet ones.
Colour
  • adidas Hiking shoes Terrex Skychaser Ax5 Gore-Tex Cblack Carbon Purtea Overview
Size
adidas Fast Hiking Shoes Terrex Skychaser Gore-Tex Olistr Silgrn Cblack Overview adidas Fast Hiking Shoes Terrex Skychaser Gore-Tex Olistr Silgrn Cblack Keypoints
adidas
Fast Hiking shoes Terrex Skychaser Gore-Tex Olistr Silgrn Cblack

  • Recommended price

    £143.91

    -34%

    £94.41

The adidas Terrex Skychaser Gore-Tex Olistr Silgrn Cblack fast hiking shoes offer lightweight protection, waterproofness and responsive comfort for tackling varied terrain at a brisk pace.
Colour
  • adidas Fast Hiking Shoes Terrex Skychaser Gore-Tex Olistr Silgrn Cblack Overview
Size
La Sportiva Trekking shoes Trango Trk Leather Woman Gore-Tex Opal Pacific Blue Overview La Sportiva Trekking shoes Trango Trk Leather Woman Gore-Tex Opal Pacific Blue Keypoints
La Sportiva
Trekking boots Trango Trk Leather Woman Gore-Tex Opal Pacific Blue

  • Recommended price

    £220.41

    -20%

    £176.31

The La Sportiva Trango Trk Leather Woman Gtx Opal Pacific Blue trekking and mountain hiking shoe offers support, comfort and precision. The Vibram outsole with climbing zone at the toes guarantees grip in any circumstance. 

Colour
  • La Sportiva Trekking shoes Trango Trk Leather Woman Gore-Tex Opal Pacific Blue Overview
Size
Kayland Fast Hiking Shoes Tuono Gore-Tex Black Clay Overview Kayland Fast Hiking Shoes Tuono Gore-Tex Black Clay Keypoints
Kayland
Fast Hiking shoes Tuono Gore-Tex Black Clay

  • Recommended price

    £134.91

    -20%

    £107.91

Kayland's Tuono Gore-Tex Black Clay fast hiking boot combines ruggedness, grip and comfort to excel on difficult terrain.
Colour
  • Kayland Fast Hiking Shoes Tuono Gore-Tex Black Clay Overview
Size
Kayland Hiking shoes Tuono W's Gore-Tex Black Azure Overview Kayland Hiking shoes Tuono W's Gore-Tex Black Azure Keypoints
Kayland
Hiking shoes Tuono W's Gore-Tex Black Azure

  • Recommended price

    £134.91

    -20%

    £107.91

Kayland Tuono W's Gore-Tex Black Azure are women's hiking boots combining Vibram® grip, Gore-Tex® waterproofing and durability for demanding trails.
Colour
  • Kayland Hiking shoes Tuono W's Gore-Tex Black Azure Overview
Size
La Sportiva Approach shoes Tx4 Evo Gore-Tex Savana Jungle Overview La Sportiva Approach shoes Tx4 Evo Gore-Tex Savana Jungle Keypoints
La Sportiva
Approach shoes Tx4 Evo Gore-Tex Savana Jungle

  • Recommended price

    £188.91

    -20%

    £151.11
Colour
  • La Sportiva Approach shoes Tx4 Evo Gore-Tex Carbon Cherry Tomato Overview
  • La Sportiva Approach shoes Tx4 Evo Gore-Tex Savana Jungle Overview
Size
La Sportiva Approach shoes Tx4 Evo Gore-Tex Women Mineral Savana Overview La Sportiva Approach shoes Tx4 Evo Gore-Tex Women Mineral Savana Keypoints
La Sportiva
Approach shoes Tx4 Evo Gore-Tex Women Mineral Savana

  • Recommended price

    £188.91

    -20%

    £151.11
Colour
  • La Sportiva Approach shoes Tx4 Evo Gore-Tex Women Carbon Springtime Overview
  • La Sportiva Approach shoes Tx4 Evo Gore-Tex Women Mineral Savana Overview
Size
Millet Trekking shoes Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Deep Tarmac Overview Millet Trekking shoes Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Deep Tarmac
Millet
Trekking boots Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Deep Tarmac

  • Recommended price

    £215.91

    -8%

    £197.91

Comfortable and sturdy, the Millet Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Deep Tarmac boots will accompany you in all seasons with waterproofing, cushioning and optimal grip.
Colour
  • Millet Trekking shoes Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Deep Tarmac Overview
  • Millet Trekking shoes Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Dorite Overview
Size
Millet Trekking shoes Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Dorite Overview Millet Trekking shoes Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Dorite
Millet
Trekking boots Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Dorite

  • Recommended price

    £215.91

    -8%

    £197.91
Colour
  • Millet Trekking shoes Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Deep Tarmac Overview
  • Millet Trekking shoes Ubic Trek Gore-Tex W Dorite Overview
Size
La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Gore-Tex Carbon Moss Overview La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Gore-Tex Carbon Moss Keypoints
La Sportiva
Fast Hiking shoes Ultra Raptor II Gore-Tex Carbon Moss

  • Recommended price

    £166.41

    -20%

    £133.11
Colour
  • La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Gore-Tex Carbon Moss Overview
  • La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Gore-Tex Dep Sea Hurricane Overview
Size
La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Gore-Tex Dep Sea Hurricane Overview La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Gore-Tex Dep Sea Hurricane Keypoints
La Sportiva
Fast Hiking shoes Ultra Raptor II Gore-Tex Dep Sea Hurricane

  • Recommended price

    £166.41

    -29%

    £116.91
Colour
  • La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Gore-Tex Carbon Moss Overview
  • La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Gore-Tex Dep Sea Hurricane Overview
Size
La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Leather Gore-Tex Black Cedar Overview La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Leather Gore-Tex Black Cedar Keypoints
La Sportiva
Fast Hiking shoes Ultra Raptor II Leather Gore-Tex Black Cedar

  • Recommended price

    £179.91

    -16%

    £151.11
Colour
  • La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Leather Gore-Tex Black Cedar Overview
  • La Sportiva Fast Hiking Shoes Ultra Raptor II Leather Gore-Tex Grey Marmalade Overview
Size

Loading...

‹ ...
1 ...
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
›

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