8 of the best men’s hiking sneakers for 2023

As we rapidly head towards spring and warmer weather, a lot of you will be turning your attention to hitting the hiking trail and now is the perfect time to get your footwear sorted for all your wilderness walks over the next few months. Check out our pick of 8 of the best men’s hiking sneakers for spring below:


XT-6 GTX Utility Sneaker

  • A waterproof running shoe ideal for long sessions in wet conditions and tough terrain
  • GORE-TEX® keeps your feet dry from both the outside and inside
  • Durable, abrasion-resistant material that limits wear over time
  • Stitched SensiFit™ system gives you a secure, snug, and customizable fit

Naglev Unico Hiking Sneaker

  • One-piece Kevlar® upper and seamless construction leaves no weak points in the upper
  • Integrated speed cable laces for an adjustable fit that can be changed on the fly
  • Interior wool sock liner wicks moisture away from your foot for comfortable, dry all-day wear

Lems Trailhead Sneaker

  • Engineered with a low profile rubber tread that combines ample traction on trails and excellent durability on pavement
  • Natural-shaped toe box, paired with a slim heel for a better all-around fit
  • Retro-inspired upper is designed to be worn for all occasions, not just when out on the trail

Adidas TERREX Free Hiker 2 Sneaker

  • The perfect hybrid hiking sneaker built for venturing out into variable terrain
  • Water-repellant, seamless PRIMEKNIT upper offers a precise, sock-like fit
  • Uppers are made from at least 50% recycled ocean-bound plastics


Vans Ultrarange EXO Hi MTE-1 Sneaker

  • A weather-ready shoe designed to take you from the city streets to a rocky mountainside without missing a step
  • Lightweight construction takes care of your feet without being bulky
  • UltraRange EXO outsole lug pattern is ready for variable terrain and street performance.

Goruck Ballistic Sneakers

  • All-purpose training sneakers made to handle the gym, the track, and the trail
  • Forefoot built using engineered warp kit technology, providing a seamless one piece vamp and toe cap while reinforcing some areas and adding breathability to others
  • Lace area, midfoot, and heel made from 1680D Cordua® Ballistic Nylon with Special Forces-grade abrasion resistance

Lems Primal 2 Sneakers

  • Minimalist shoe built on Lems’s signature Natural-Shape™ last to work with the natural movement and shape of your foot
  • Ultra-lightweight construction that weighs in at just 6.9 oz per shoe
  • Zero-drop design that supports good posture, spine alignment, and mid-foot strike

Danner Desert Overlook Sneaker

  • Everyday sneaker with trail-ready versatility
  • Upper made with super-strong, water-resistant EnduroKnit upper for day-in, day-out durability
  • Triple-density midsole that’s firmer around the edges for stability and softer in the middle for traction

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