A good pair of hiking boots will take you far: to the top of summits, the bottoms of canyons and around your local nature preserve. We rely on our hiking boots to carry the load (pun intended), so it’s important to choose the right ones to help us enjoy our favorite experiences.
But, choosing a pair can feel daunting, since there are countless options and tons of techy lingo that sounds closer to a foreign language. We tested dozens of hiking boots and believe that these 12 are the best that money can buy at REI Co-op. They combine high-quality materials, innovative technology and all-around comfort to keep you going the distance.
Regardless of whether you’re shouldering a monstrous backpack, scrambling up a ridgeline or poking around your local concrete jungle, we’re confident there is one here for you—wherever your journey takes you.
Looking for something a little lighter and lower-cut for your trail time? See Best Hiking Shoes of 2024: Staff Picks for our favorites in that category.