11 Best Lightweight Hiking Boots 2023

Lightweight hiking boots enhance ergonomics and ventilation while walking and maximize feet functionality for technical hikes. Also, you get less strain on joints and toes for day-long hiking. Below I’m rounding up the 11 best lightweight hiking boots for men and women (5+6). So let’s see how these boots performed in view of my outdoorsy experience! Off you go!

Comparison of Best Lightweight Hiking Boots for Men

Sr. No.	Image	Name	Pair Weight	Best for
1		Timberland Men’s White Ledge Boot	2 lbs, 4 oz	Best Ultralight Hiking Boots
2		Skechers Men’s Relment-Pelmo Hiker Boot	44 oz	Best With Ankle Support
3		Columbia Men’s Newton Ridge Wp Hiking Boot	31.8 oz	Best Lightweight Boots for Summer
4		Keen Men’s Targhee 2 Mid-Height Boot	34.8 oz	Best for Fewer Injuries and Impact
5		Adidas Men’s Terrex Swift R2 Gore-tex Boot	33 oz	Best Budget-Friendly Boot

Comparison of Best Lightweight Hiking Boots for Women

Sr. No.	Image	Name	Pair Weight	Best for
1		Columbia Women’s Newton Ridge Hiking Boot	26.2 oz	Best Women’s Waterproof Boot
2		Merrell Women’s Moab 2 Boot	2 lbs	Best Cushioned Hiking Boot
3		Skechers Women’s Relaxed Fit Trego Alpine Trail Boot	1.9 lbs	Best for Day-long Hiking
4		Keen Women’s Voyageur Breathable Hiking Boot	1 lb, 10.5 oz	Best for Feet Hygiene
5		Timberland Women’s Mt Maddsen Leather Boot	2 lbs, 7 oz	Best for All-Seasons
6		Salomon Women’s X Ultra 4 Mid-GTX Hiker	1 lb, 2 oz	Best for All Terrains

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Details of Best Lightweight Hiking Boots for Men

Let’s start off with men’s lightweight hiking boots!

1. Timberland Men’s White Ledge Boot

Best Ultralight Hiking Boots

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	2 lbs. 4 oz.
Available Colors	Medium Brown Full Grain, Black Full Grain, Dark Brown, Wheat Nubuck
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Men

Timberland White Ledge, with a total of 1.1 pounds of weight, has offered me great underfoot comfort for lightweight hiking and gait. 

Also, I liked its supportive padding that captured my ankle and joints in a wraparound manner. 

Due to this reason, I continued hiking and climbing without much complaint.

For its springy cushioning and relatively light yet high-quality material choice, I kept on hiking more than 30 miles wearing this boot without any issues. 

Also, its breathable and waterproof leather, followed by a rubber outsole, did a great job on abrasive grounds.

I liked the concerned seam-sealed manufacturing of White Ledge Men’s Hiking Boot, for which walking in puddle pathways and mossy wet terrain became more reliable and practical.

Overall, its fitting and the shaft from the arch measurement 4.75 have been supportive to prevent injuries. For me, this is the best Timberland boot that has been comfortable out of the box, plus its rustproof speedy lace hardware made things favorable for quality assurance.

2. Skechers Men’s Relment-Pelmo Hiker Boot

Best Lightweight Hiking Boots With Ankle Support

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	44 oz
Available Colors	Khaki Grey Grey, Orange Olive, Black Black, Charcoal Brown, Chocolate Black Charcoal, Black Blue Navy, Navy Khaki, Gray Suede
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Men

Skechers is a well-known brand for producing quality hiking boots and this Relment-Pelmo justifies that. This boot is great, especially for its reasonable price and neat build.

Of course, it’s a lightweight built with only 2 pounds, but the material choice and even weight distribution always bring in the finest hiking approach.

The durability of I material and quality, followed by the memory foam and synthetic outsole, delivers quality on off-roads.

What makes this boot excellent for hiking especially is its relaxed fit interior with plenty of soft liners and cushioning. Therefore, feet remain in solace and comfort.

Also, the easy on-and-off design with the heel and tongue pull tab makes manufacturing professionally ideal.

Apart from comfortable out-of-the-box design and quality, the ankle support of Skechers of Men’s Relment-Pelmo feels supportive.

The outsole maintains performance on all terrain, including dangerously slippery to uneven, bumpy terrains. Therefore, its lightweight design becomes even more helpful for hiking in peace!

3. Columbia Men’s Newton Ridge Wp Hiking Boot

Best Lightweight Summer Hiking Boots

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	31.8 oz
Available Colors	Black, Stratus Caramel, Blue Shadow Curry, Aegean Blue Dark Brown, Dark Grey Dark Grey, Gold Amber Elk, Mountain Red Nori, Light Orange Shark, Black Ti Grey Steel, Epic Plum Light Brown, Deep Water Pebble, Deep Rust
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Men

I have always admired Columbia hiking boots for their perfection and style. I have worn this Newton Ridge Plus boot for hiking and trekking, and I’m convinced about its performance on trails.

The lightweight design on the feet and rugged outsole on abrasive grounds offered quality performance through the outdoor experience. 

Also impressive, its eye-catchy red laces and suede and leather in camel color offer me the privilege to add styles on hikes!

Performance-wise, it’s high-quality metal hardware and seam-sealed construction for waterproofing and Omni-grip traction didn’t give me any reason to doubt its hiking design.

The easy pull tab, cozy interior, and significant padding felt great.

Although it does not have the popular Gore-Tex waterproof techno and lacks interior-marking outsole, the lightweight design felt reasonable for day-long hiking.

Overall, with everything perfect and classy appearance, this boot is among my top outdoor activities choices. 

Due to its lightweight design, I’ve hiked several miles featuring rocks, grass, gravel, and slippery mossy wet places.

4. KEEN Men’s Targhee 2 Mid-Height Boots

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	34.8 oz
Available Colors	Safari, Red Carpet Steel Grey, Magnet Canteen, Dark Olive Brown, Black Black Olive, Yellow Shitake, Brindle Canteen, Olive Fen, Black Steel Grey, Mykonos Blue
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Men

Made with 100% leather and imported materials, there is no quality concern with Keen Targhee hiking boots. 

This boot would be your ultimate pick if you want mid-ankle waterproof hiking footwear that is reasonable in price and weight.

The padded interior wrapping ankle support, rubber outsole for traction, and the Metatomical Footbed Design for balanced arch support never add more weight than 1.2 pounds. 

That makes it ideal for technical and challenging hiking for professionals.

Also, the dedicated KEEN-Dry waterproofing with PFC-free technology always keeps feet as dry as you’ve expected.

Its invaluable comfort and fitting focus on arch support, torsion, and stability. Therefore, walk-in and hiking become more of a fun experience.

 With that, the non-marking outsole welcomes everybody to wear this boot indoors without leaving trails of mess.

The ankle support is excellent, traction on all-terrain is supreme, and the high-traction gripping outsole is reliable enough for locking friction on slippery places.

5. Adidas Men’s Terrex Swift R2 Gore-tex Boot

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	33 oz
Available Colors	Black, Base Green
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Men

Due to the stiffness in the design, this boot needs a break-in first. However, after that, its comfort level and the ideal cushioning deliver the best performance. The total

Unlike most boots, Adidas Men’s Terrex Swift R2 is only 1 pound in total weight, making it perfect for sensitive feet and swift running.

That does not come with the compromise on durability as this boot has a high-quality build, rubber outsole, and outstanding grip on abrasive terrains.

For its low-ankle support, Adidas Men’s Terrex Swift is suitable for summer hiking and works best for holding a firm grip without falling or tripping the hikers. Therefore, its quality performance assures practical performance.

Being a lightweight hiking boot, this footwear has been designed with the focus of a feet-friendly design.

It’s ventilated, and the waterproofing performance with Ripstop uppers and the toe cap becomes ideal for uncompromised ascending. Unlike most options, Adidas features Gore-Tex technology for dry feet. It certainly adds value to the purchase!

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Details of Best Lightweight Hiking Boots for Women

Now let’s dive into the best women hiking boots that are lightweight yet durable on trails.

1. Columbia Women’s Newton Ridge Hiking Boot

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	26.2 oz
Available Colors	Ancient Fossil, Shale Mauve Black, Golden Yellow Black, Poppy Red Elk, River Blue Marionberry, Black Peach, Dark Sapphire Quarry, Cool Wave Cordovan, Crown Jewel Light Brown, Cyber Purple Hiker Green/Caramel Hiker Green, Caramel Charcoal, Scorched Coral
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Women

Columbia hiking boots are impressive and have gained a massive fan following when it comes to reviews and feedback on performance. 

This Columbia Women’s Newton Ridge is an example of that, with 2.05 pounds of the total weight

It’s light construction and springy foot for swiftness feel amazing underfoot, while the supportive ankle cushioning aids in the best hiking performance. 

Its outstanding outsole for rocky terrain and muddy and loose gravel grounds is fantastic. 

Its imported material choice, grip, and traction with the durable midsole always prove the best comfort for women on their feet.

Regarding performance, Columbia Women’s Newton Ridge has long-lasting durability and superior feet support with an energy return design. All these come with slip-resistant outsoles without adding additional weight to the design.

For an even more hiking-friendly feature, its secure fit with lace-up design and waterproofing upper justify the performance.

This is a great women’s boot with an aggressive red and black color combination! It’s a great option for women who prefer stylish hiking boots without adding too much weight to vulnerable joints.

2. Merrell Women’s Moab 2 Boot

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	2 lbs
Available Colors	Granite Boulder, Blush Brindle Navy Morning Drizzle, Mint Granite, Aqua Grey, Periwinkle Bungee Cord Olive Charcoal
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Women

Merrell Moab is perhaps the best Merrell boot that rarely comes with significant flaws. It focuses more on comfort and duality, followed by the hiking feature that assists on trails. This boot for women is lightweight at 1.1 pounds and has plenty of soft cushioning to reduce strain.

Merrell Moab is recommended for women who want day-long stress-free hiking. Its waterproof plus breathable mesh upper is perfect for summer hiking and backpacking.

There are plenty of reasons for its outstanding performance on rocky terrain with zero impact. For instance, the air cushioning and Vibram outsole for resilience and stability are excellent.

For women with extra sensitive feet joints, its air cushioning and heel support help at every step!

Its longer laces for secure and even fitting, M-select dry waterproofing, and solid and durable design seamlessly contribute to hiking terrains and steeper descents!

Regarding its material, this boot has pigskin leather and mesh upper that delivers instant and out-of-the-box comfort with a supportive footbed.

On the other hand, the imported Kinetic Fit ADVANCED removable contoured insole and molded nylon arch shank are among the few noticeable parameters why it delivered much-needed foot support!

3. Skechers Women’s Relaxed Fit Trego Alpine Trail Boot

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	1.9 lbs
Available Colors	Chocolate Brown, Tan Charcoal Chocolate, Brown Lavender Natural Navy, Natural Tan Grey Navy, Light Blue Black, Grey Olive, Black Wheat Brilliant Hue – Black Brilliant Hue – Navy Grey Pink Black, Lavender Cognac El Capitan – Lavender Olive
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Women

After much brainstorming, I finally picked this Skechers Women hiking boot from Trego line due to its lightweight! 

I gifted this hiking boot to my wife since she plans to go on a hike recently. Although I was confused about its quality, the positive review and feedback about this boot have made me happy.

After returning from a day-long hike, she told me how its secure, relaxed-fitting interior and e cushioning delivered an excellent job for her joints. 

Also, its lightweight build, with only 2.01 pounds, never put an added strain on her feet.

Overall, its interior and toe box are on the broader side, but due to her feet being wide, that was not a significant concern. Also, she found its air-cooled design and supportive ankle design helpful for rails, backpacking, and hiking.

Its support and padding are good, but it felt a bit stiff. However, over time with the proper break-in, this problem can be tackled. 

Overall, its memory foam, solid toe box, and roomy interior are appreciable. Being a women’s boot, it’s available in multiple colors, which further won her positive feedback about this boot.

4. KEEN Women’s Voyageur Breathable Hiking Boots

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	1 lb, 10.5 oz
Available Colors	Brindle, Custard Gargoyle, Mineral Blue
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Women

Putting forward other lightweight women’s hiking boots, Keen Voyageur is a classy choice on this list. It looks smart with only 14 ounces!

With the mix of textile and synthetic material and imported quality build, this footwear showcases its performance ideally for sensitive women’s feet. For instance, the ankle support and 2’’ inch heel measurement help in the faster and more efficient walk without any impact on the go.

With that, its waterproofing leather uppers and mesh for airflow have been designed for ideal foot hygiene.

This boot won’t be the wrong choice for women who sweat a lot. Also, its mid-profile uppers and detachable metatomical footbed design help ensure natural foot placement.

In view of comfort and durability, Keen Voyageur is an excellent hiking boot for women. The softer feel of cushioning and padding always delivers excellent comfort and makes chafing zero.

This boot’s anti-odor design and PFC construction for environmental friendliness make it outstanding among the rest. However, for hiking performance, its flexibility and solid toe design without adding too much weight on feet is appreciable.

5. Timberland Women’s Mt Maddsen Leather Boot

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	2 lbs, 7 oz
Available Colors	Multi-colors
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Women

Since I have many Timberland hiking boots, I bought this woman’s Mt Madsen boots for my sister. Its excellent quality, design, and affordable price have left me with no choice but to choose this for her.

Fortunately, this boot has not let her down for what she was expecting. Its comfortable build and supreme lightweight design have been a comfort, and she continued hiking several miles.

The traditional features such as rubber outsole, imported material choice, and high-end traction have been appreciated by her and added to this boot’s durability.

With 1.2 pounds of total weight and the rugged outsole pattern, she has never felt the pain of strain over the day-long wearing of this boot. 

The fabric’s softness is a good reason why she never complained about blisters chafing, and painful rubbing of the padding on her feet. That tells about the quality of manufacturing!

Timberland Women’s Mt Maddsen Mid is a leather hiking boot, meaning its breathability is there. However, the water resistance is also applicable during rains and puddle-watery areas walking.

 6. Salomon Women’s X Ultra 4 Mid GTX Hiker

Key Specs

Weight (Pair)	1 lbs, 2 oz
Available Colors	Ebony/Mocha Mousse/Almond Cream
Waterproof	Yes
Category	Lightweight
Made for	Women

Salomon Women’s X Ultra is a suitable Salomon hiking boot for women who want lightweight designs. The trendy design and minimal look that feels comfy on feet are good.

What makes it even more favorable is its ultra-capability to repel water from feet by being a GTX waterproof design.

The traditional rubber outsole works excellent for traction, and its performance has been noticed by many professionals thanks to its 12.95 pounds total weight.

Salomon Women’s X Ultra is a minimal and low-profile hiking boot, but its all-terrain grip, especially on aggressive and rocky terrain, is fantastic. Therefore, this boot makes its performance invaluable for rocky grounds.

Also, its solid toe box, traditional lace-up design, mesh uppers, and stability in arch support combine to showcase its ideal feet-friendliness.

Unlike lightweight boots, it’s durable and allows easy hiking, trail running, backpacking, or mountaineering without looking up for any other boots. 

The Contagrip MA outsole delivers enough quality that reduces sudden falls or foot injuries. In short, it’s a great women’s boot that keeps feet cozy, warm, supportive, and at their best.

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What to Check in Lightweight Hiking Boots Before You Buy?

When looking to buy lightweight hiking boots, there are a few things that I always make sure to check before making a purchase.

First and foremost, I check the fit. It’s essential to try on the boots and make sure they feel snug but not too tight. I also like to ensure enough room in the toe box so my toes don’t feel cramped during long hikes. I wear the socks I plan on hiking in to get an authentic feel for the fit.

Next, I check the traction on the sole of the boots. I want to ensure the tread is sturdy enough to handle any trail terrain. I also check the sole’s flexibility to ensure it will allow for a natural stride while hiking.

Another important feature I look for is the material of the boots. I want to ensure they are made from durable, breathable material that will hold up well over time. I also ensure the boots are waterproof or water-resistant to protect my feet from getting wet during hikes.

Lastly, I check the weight of the boots. After all, I’m specifically looking for lightweight hiking boots! I want to ensure they won’t weigh me down during long hikes and that they won’t cause unnecessary fatigue in my legs and provide added benefits.

Overall, these are the main things I always check when looking to buy lightweight hiking boots. A good fit, sturdy traction, durable material, and lightweight design are all crucial for a comfortable and enjoyable hiking experience.