
Smartwool
Hike Classic Edition Full Cushion Crew Socks - Unisex

Smartwool
Hike Classic Edition Full Cushion Crew Socks - Unisex

Bridgedale
Liner Coolmax Crew 2 Pack Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Close Encounters Midweight Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Unisex

Smartwool
Hike Full Cushion Crew Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Critter Club Lightweight Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Women's

Smartwool
Performance Light Cushion Margarita Crew Socks - Women's

Smartwool
Performance Light Cushion Mountain Range Pattern Crew Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Run Ultra Light No Cushion Quarter Socks - Unisex

Smartwool
Hike Light Cushion Ankle Socks - Women's

Darn Tough
Heady Stripe Lightweight Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Men's

Darn Tough
Light Hiker Light Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Unisex

icebreaker
Hike+ Ultralight Quarter Socks - Men's

Darn Tough
Light Hiker Light Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Women's

icebreaker
Hike+ Heavy Crew Socks - Unisex

J.B. Field's
30 Below Classic Socks - Unisex

Smartwool
Everyday Cozy Larimer Crew Socks - Men's

Darn Tough
Vert Ultra-Lightweight Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Unisex

Smartwool
Hike Classic Edition Extra Cushion Crew Socks - Unisex

Smartwool
Hike Classic Edition Light Cushion 2nd Cut Crew Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Midweight Hiker Boot Socks - Women's

Darn Tough
Midweight Hiker Full Cushion Boot Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Hiker Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Women's

Darn Tough
Hiker Midweight with Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Sawtooth Lightweight Crew Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Mellow Mushrooms Lightweight Micro Crew Socks - Women's

Smartwool
Hike Targeted Cushion Bear Stripe Mid Crew Socks - Men's

Smartwool
Hike Full Cushion Crew Socks - Children to Youths

Smartwool
Hike Light Cushion Mid Crew Socks - Unisex

Mons Royale
Atlas Merino Crew Sock - Unisex

LORPEN
Merino Hike Light Crew Socks - Women's

Smartwool
Hike Light Cushion Zig Zag Valley Mid Crew Socks - Women's

Smartwool
Hike Light Striped Cushion Crew Socks - Children to Youths

Smartwool
Hike Light Cushion Crew Socks - Children to Youths

Darn Tough
Mountaineering Over-The-Calf Socks - Women's

Darn Tough
Midweight Hiker Boot Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Shroom Bloom Lightweight Crew Socks - Women's

Darn Tough
Northwoods Midweight Micro Crew Socks - Women's

Darn Tough
Treeline Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Women's

Darn Tough
Number 2 Midweight Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Wild Life Lightweight Crew Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Sunset Ridge Lightweight Cushion Micro Crew Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Wild Life Lightweight Crew Socks - Women's

Darn Tough
Light Hiker Cushion No Show Socks - Unisex

Darn Tough
Light Hiker Cushion Quarter Sock - Women's

Smartwool
Hike Classic Edition Full Cushion Crew Socks - Women's

Bridgedale
Trail Run Ultralight T2 Merino Sport 3/4 Crew Socks - Men's

WrightSock
Explore Crew Socks - Unisex

Smartwool
Hike Light Cushion Mountain Moose Crew Socks - Unisex

Smartwool
Hike Targeted Cushion Mountain Lake Print Crew Socks - Women's

Smartwool
Hike Light Cushion Retro Floral Mid Crew Socks - Women's

Injinji
Trail Midweight Crew Coolmax Socks - Unisex

icebreaker
Hike+ Ultralight Quarter Socks - Women's
You’ve picked up the perfect pair of hiking boots or hiking shoes, now what? The right pair of hiking socks elevates your hiking experience and boosts your comfort on the trail. To find the ideal pair to match your brand-new boots or well-loved hiking shoes, consider fabric type, cushion and height.
Backpacking through mountains in freezing temps? A pair of Merino wool blend backpacking socks with full cushion fits the occasion. If a day trip to hike sunny trails on even terrain is more your thing, a pair of light cushion Merino or synthetic blend day hiking socks is the way to go.
When choosing cushion and fabric type, consider what you experience most on a hike – think warmth and comfort, breathability and the amount of impact. Higher-impact activities like backpacking will need more cushion, while a light cushion works for a light hike.
Choosing a wool blend or synthetic blend is up to your preference but there are some key differences. Wool blends are typically a bit comfier and more breathable, but a synthetic blend will be lighter and dry faster.
Before you head out to the trail, browse Merino blend socks from brands like Smartwool and Darn Tough, and synthetic blends from brands like Wrightsock to find the pair that checks off every box.