Best Men's Hiking Shoes of 2025

Best Men's Hiking Shoes of 2025

Jul 17, 2025Ebony Roberts

We trail-tested over 25 models to put together our list of the best hiking shoes for men looking at comfort, waterproofing, protection, and support.

After months of rigorous testing on trails across the country, we've compiled our definitive guide to the best men's hiking shoes of 2025. From lightweight trail runners to burly approach shoes, we've tested them all.

Our Testing Process

We tested each shoe across multiple criteria including comfort, durability, traction, waterproofing, and overall performance. Our testing included:

  • Over 500 miles of trail testing per shoe
  • Testing in various weather conditions
  • Different terrain types from rocky to muddy trails
  • Long-term durability assessment

Top Picks

Based on our extensive testing, here are our top recommendations for the best men's hiking shoes of 2025. Each shoe excels in different areas, so we've broken down our picks by category.

🏆 Best Overall

Coming soon - detailed review of our top overall pick

💰 Best Value

Coming soon - our best budget-friendly recommendation

🌧️ Best Waterproof

Coming soon - top waterproof hiking shoe review

This article is currently being updated with our latest test results. Check back soon for our complete reviews and recommendations!