Are hiking shoes same as trekking shoes?

Hiking shoes are generally lighter and designed for shorter trips on established trails. Trekking shoes are built tougher and excel on longer, more demanding hikes. They also tend to be heavier. Both hiking and trekking shoes are designed to provide comfort, support, and traction on your outdoor adventures.



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The answer – probably. While more serious hikers will most likely need some sort of designated hiking shoes, the occasional hiker, especially those just starting out, can usually get by with standard run-of-the-mill sneakers. That being said, every hike is different.

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Versatility. While running shoes may not provide the same level of ankle support as hiking boots, they are often more versatile. A running shoe can be used both on trail and off trail, which favours a hiker who prefers a shoe that can do it all.

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Sandals are much more comfortable than thick boots if you're going on a more or less even path. This means that rocky, slippery, and/or uneven trails shouldn't be hiked in sandals because they have less grip on the surface. However, if it's not a difficult path you can easily go with sandals.

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