The best women’s walking boots to hit the trails in style and comfort, tested by our expert hiker

From waterproof versions to leather designs, we put women’s walking boots to the test to find the best for every adventure

• The best women’s waterproof jackets, reviewed and rated

A great pair of walking boots will get you outdoors in any weather. While you can get away with wearing trainers for a stroll in the park, more exciting, hilly terrain (or just walking through mud or in rain) calls for a proper pair of walking boots.

They’ll keep you warm and dry, support your ankles and give you a decent grip underfoot. It’s worth investing in a quality pair that fit well, and they’ll last years if you look after them. Here are the best hiking boots, tested and rated.

Best overall:
Lowa Renegade EVO GTX
_{£220 at Lowa}

Best leather boots:
Vasque St Elias
_{From £152.17 at Amazon}

Best fabric boots:
Aku Ultra Light Original GTX
_{From 140 at Aku}

Best summer boots:
Keen Terradora II Waterproof
_{From £62.50 at Keen}

Best for technical terrain:
Scarpa Mescalito TRK Pro GTX
_{£228 at Trekitt}

Continue reading… From waterproof versions to leather designs, we put women’s walking boots to the test to find the best for every adventure• The best women’s waterproof jackets, reviewed and ratedA great pair of walking boots will get you outdoors in any weather. While you can get away with wearing trainers for a stroll in the park, more exciting, hilly terrain (or just walking through mud or in rain) calls for a proper pair of walking boots.They’ll keep you warm and dry, support your ankles and give you a decent grip underfoot. It’s worth investing in a quality pair that fit well, and they’ll last years if you look after them. Here are the best hiking boots, tested and rated.Best overall:
Lowa Renegade EVO GTX£220 at LowaBest leather boots:Vasque St EliasFrom £152.17 at AmazonBest fabric boots:
Aku Ultra Light Original GTXFrom 140 at AkuBest summer boots:Keen Terradora II WaterproofFrom £62.50 at KeenBest for technical terrain:
Scarpa Mescalito TRK Pro GTX£228 at Trekitt Continue reading… Walking, Fitness, Health & wellbeing, Hobbies, Life and style, Women’s shoes