
Hoka
Speedgoat 7 Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Hoka
Speedgoat 7 Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Salomon
Speedcross 6 Gore-Tex 20 Years Trail Running shoes - Unisex

Norda
001A Seamless Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Altra
Lone Peak 9+ GTX Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Norda
001A Seamless Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Altra
Lone Peak 9+ GTX Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Hoka
Speedgoat 7 Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Salomon
Aero Blaze 4 Gravel Gore-Tex Running Shoes - Men's

Brooks
Cascadia 20 Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Salomon
Aero Blaze 4 Gravel Gore-Tex Running Shoes - Women's

Merrell
Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Light Trail Shoes - Men's

Hoka
Zinal 3 Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Keen
Roam Waterproof Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Altra
Experience Wild 3+ Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Keen
Roam Waterproof Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Norda
002 Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Merrell
Moab Speed 2 Gore-Tex Light Trail Shoes - Women's

On
Cloudsurfer Trail 2 Waterproof Running Shoes - Women's

Merrell
Agility Peak 6 Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Salomon
XA Pro 3D V9 Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Salomon
Aero Blaze 3 Gravel Gore-Tex Running Shoes - Women's

On
Cloudsurfer Trail 2 Waterproof Running Shoes - Men's

Arc'teryx
Norvan LD 4 Gore-Tex Trail Run - Men's

Merrell
Agility Trail Waterproof Running Shoes - Men's

Hoka
Speedgoat 7 Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Hoka
Speedgoat 7 Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Salomon
Speedcross 6 Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Arc'teryx
Norvan LD 4 Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Rossignol
Venosk R-Shell Dry Trail Running Shoes - Women's

On
Cloudsurfer Trail 2 Running Shoes - Men's

Salomon
Aero Blaze 3 Gravel Running Shoes - Women's

Salomon
Aero Blaze 3 Gravel Running Shoes - Men's

NNormal
Tomir 02 NN Trail Running Shoes - Unisex

SCARPA
Golden Gate ATR 2 Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Altra
Timp 6 Trail Running Shoes - Women's

La Sportiva
Bushido III Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Hoka
Challenger 8 Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Salomon
XA Pro 3D V9 Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Salomon
Genesis 2 Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Altra
Lone Peak 9+ Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Altra
Lone Peak 9+ Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Brooks
Cascadia 20 Trail Running Shoes - Women's

On
Cloudvista 3 Waterproof Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Hoka
Challenger 8 Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Altra
Lone Peak 9 Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Brooks
Ghost Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Salomon
XA Pro 3D V9 Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Salomon
Speedcross 6 Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Norda
002 Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Hoka
Challenger 8 Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes - Men's

Salomon
Genesis 2 Trail Running Shoes - Women's

Rossignol
Vezor Trail Running Shoes - Men's
Whether you’re venturing off pavement for the first time or training for an ultra, hit your stride in durable trail runners from Salomon, Merrell, La Sportiva and more.
While you can wear road running shoes on trails, you’ll likely be more comfortable in trail-specific runners. Deep lugs offer reliable traction on slick surfaces. Gusseted tongues block out grit and sand. Protective toecaps and rock plates help you tackle even the gnarliest trails with confidence.
If you’re wondering how to choose trail running shoes, think about where you’ll run. Technical terrain and loose dirt call for shoes with aggressive tread, while crushed gravel paths don’t require as much grip. Muddy, wet runs are more comfortable in waterproof shoes. And if ice and snow threaten to derail your training plans, winter running shoes with spikes are the answer – they’re like studded tires for your feet.
Pair your trail running shoes with synthetic or merino wool running socks to wick moisture and prevent blisters. Wear quick-drying layers, plus sun protection like a hat.
On short runs through local parks, a waist belt or handheld water bottle can work well. A running vest or pack lets you carry more water and safety essentials for longer runs in remote areas or mountainous terrain.
For more tips, check out our beginner’s guide to trail running.