Hiking season is far from over, but savvy shoppers can already find big savings right now during . As temperatures drop and demand for winter gear heats up, the beloved retailer is slashing prices on last season鈥檚 footwear styles.
From fan-favorite boots like and to styles from specialty brands like Xero Shoes, loads of mountain-ready options are now heavily discounted at REI. To save you time, we sorted through the sales for our top picks with the best savings. If you鈥檙e in the market for new hiking footwear鈥攐r to snag a holiday gift early鈥攃heck out our favorite deals below.
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for $90 ($150)
We鈥檝e written about Merrell鈥檚 Moab 3 before, noting that it improved an already great design with a waterproof (yet breathable) M-Select Dry liner and an enhanced, shock-absorbing footbed. The outsoles are built for rugged terrain, too, sporting an exclusive-to-Merrell TC5+ Vibram compound that won鈥檛 quit on granite slabs and mucky uphill slogs. Even better? The Moab 3 also has an increased commitment to sustainability, with 100% recycled laces, webbing, lining, and eyelets.
聽for $98 ($130)
We get it鈥攈iking in high-top boots isn鈥檛 for everyone, and have the chops to keep up on-trail with much burlier footwear. Gravel-grabbing 4mm lugs make for aggressive traction on loose, steep trails, while removable EVA foam insoles add cushioning and support in targeted areas. Relatively earth-friendly materials abound in this design, too, from the 100% recycled laces and uppers to Vibram EcoDura outsoles, which use 30% recycled materials.
for $180 ($240)
The Kaha 2 GTX might be the most supportive lightweight hiking boot that I鈥檝e ever tested. At under 2 pounds, these grippy and breathable shoes feel more like a trail runner than a high-top boot with ankle support. Yet, they provide the same trail-grabbing Vibram soles and heel stability you might expect from a chunkier hiker. A Gore-Tex membrane provides waterproofing, upping the ante and making these an ideal three-season boot. Plus, the is also currently on sale for 25% off.
for $145 ($199)
These hiking boots were made for messy, wet conditions. They offer waterproof (yet breathable) Gore-Tex linings, tenacious rubber outsoles, and welded TPU lacing harnesses to customize a secure, dialed-in fit. Aggressive outsole brakes also make for safer trekking across slick or uneven landscapes.
for $120 ($165)
Keen鈥檚 Targhee III is one of those fan-favorite hiking boots that I see every time I set foot on a Colorado trail, and with good reason. With soft leather uppers and thick, 4mm lugs, these waterproof boots are made to go the distance. And at 1 pound 12 ounces, the lightweight style offers excellent support and traction without feeling like two bricks strapped to your feet. They鈥檙e also reasonably wide (without feeling too wide), so the design works for a large range of foot shapes.
for $37 ($75)
We ranked Keen鈥檚 as one of our favorite shoes for outdoorsy kids last year, and with this stellar 50% off deal, we鈥檇 be remiss if we didn鈥檛 recommend them again. A secure bungee lacing system makes it easy for little crushers to adjust the fit without having to fiddle with laces, and non-marking rubber outsoles keep the boots stuck to rough, rocky trails. On top of all that, these boots are equipped with the same waterproof, breathable membrane that the company鈥檚 adult shoes are lined with, to help keep feet dry in rainstorms and during mellow stream crossings.
聽for $92 ($185)
As someone who鈥檚 rolled her ankles more times than she can count, I鈥檓 a big fan of high-top trail runners that double as ultralight hiking boots. Weighing in at just 1 pound 3 ounces, checks all my boxes. I took a pair on a four-day trek through Chilean Patagonia this year and was impressed with how the grip locked into loose terrain when I was scrambling off-trail with a pack on. The extra-cushy foam midsoles also helped me stay comfy on big-mile days with weight on my back.
for $105 ($150)
If you鈥檙e into minimalist running and hiking shoes, chances are you know all about Xero Shoes鈥 excellent traction and design. At just 1 pound 4 ounces per pair, these waterproof hiking boots certainly qualify as ultralight. Plus, they have zero drop soles, burly 3.5 mm lugs for traction, and are made with vegan-friendly materials. Keep in mind: The company recommends ordering a half size up in this style.
for $88 ($125)
We鈥檝e extolled the virtues of Astral鈥檚 extra-grippy TR1 water shoes before, and this hiking-forward version of the design features the same super-grippy, non-marking G15 rubber outsoles. The main difference? This model boasts a more lightweight profile, more mesh, and a slightly lower price point that鈥檚 now nearly 30% off. A 100% recycled upper also adds a touch of sustainability to these low-top shoes.