How to Choose Hiking Pants

They're our beloved hiking pants, winterized! The soft tricot lining on the women's REI Co-op Sahara Lined pants adds warmth without inhibiting mobility, so you can keep trekking in colder temps.
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View the REI Co-op Sahara Product LineView all REI Co-op Women's Hiking PantsBest Use | Hiking Travel |
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Fabric | 94% nylon/6% spandex (bluesign approved) |
Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
UPF Rating | 50+ |
Moisture Wicking | Yes |
Pants Rise | Mid |
Pant Fit | Relaxed |
Pant Leg Style | Straight |
Inseam (in.) | 30.5 inches |
Gender | Women's |
Lining Fabric | Brushed polyester micro tricot (bluesign approved) |
Weight | 13.8 ounces |
Sustainability | Product meets the bluesign® criteria From a Climate Label Certified brand |
XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | 1X | 2X | 3X | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18W | 20W | 22W | 24W | 26W | |
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Numerical Size | 00 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 12-14 | 16 | 18 | 20-22 | 24-26 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 |
Bust | 31 | 32-33 | 34-35 | 36-37 | 38.5-40 | 41-42.5 | 43-45 | 47-49 | 51-53 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38.5 | 40 | 42.5 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 | 53 |
Sleeve Length | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 30 | 30 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 33.5 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 34.5 |
Waist | 24.5 | 25.5-26.5 | 27.5-28.5 | 29.5-30.5 | 32-33.5 | 34.5-36.5 | 37.5-39.5 | 40.5-42.5 | 44.5-46.5 | 25.5 | 26.5 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 32 | 33.5 | 36 | 38.5 | 40.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 46.5 |
Hip | 34 | 35-36 | 37-38 | 39-40 | 41.5-43 | 44-46 | 47-49 | 50-52 | 54-56 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41.5 | 43 | 45.5 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 |
Inseam | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated. Size chart values represent body measurements, not garment measurements. Some women's pants are available in petite and tall sizes. Typically petite sizes fit women 4'11" to 5'3". Regular sizes fit women 5'4" to 5'8". Tall sizes fit women 5'9" to 5'11".
PETITE: Generally, as compared to regular sizes, petite sizes are 2.5 inches shorter in inseam, 1 inch shorter in body length, 1.25 inches shorter in sleeve length and ¾ inch shorter in total rise.
TALL: tall sizes are 3 inches longer in inseam, 2 inches longer in body length, 2.5 inches longer in sleeve length and 1.25 inches longer in total rise.
Capri or cropped pants have an intentionally shorter inseam—reference the technical specs instead of this chart.
Inseam is measured to the floor.
From feedback to field testing, all of our gear is dialed-in by REI Co-op members. Their adventures informed every stitch and detail—making for better, longer-lasting gear.
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Lining is weirdly connected to the pants, so it bunches up as soon as you put them on. It’s like this strange separate layer that makes them fit so strangely. The button on the pants is also really hard to fasten and unfasten. As soon as I put these on, I knew they weren’t it. Disappointing as I usually love REI co-op clothing, especially the pants, and I was so excited for a winter lined version.
On me, the lining kept the pant legs from hanging straight. Maybe i have big legs.
Love these pants but they are VERY short. Please make pants for people who are taller than 5'7"! They are soft on the inside with just enough lining to be warm and not hot.
I bought these for an early fall backpacking trip into the Olympic mountains. I’m so glad I had them as they kept me warm when cold winds blew, I wore them with a thermal pant as it got below freezing at night, and when it took a while for morning sun to get to us in the morning, my legs stayed warm and comfortable.
I love these pants because they're fuzzy, warm, and comfortable! I've worn them on bike rides (they stretch easily over bike shorts) and on hikes. They keep me warm even when it's windy out. The pockets are great and I think it's important to mention that the insides of the pockets are also lined with fuzzy material.
I love these! They're warm, look decent, and the lining feels creamy soft. The legs are roomy with plenty of space for long underwear if necessary, while the waist is snug but stretchy. I will wear them constantly this winter. Size two fit well, 5'6", around 110 lbs.
Love these pants! I have a couple of pairs, in different colors, and I wear them constantly, from late autumn until spring. Great fit, well made, warm and comfortable.
These have been great pants for Oregon coast winter & spring, as well as hiking in England in the spring. Warm, super soft lining, have some stretch, block some wind and repel light rain. I easily slipped rain pants over top for heavier rains. Sorry to see these discontinued.
Great pants! Good quality, soft lining kept me warm in freezing weather. Loose fit allows for easy movement while hiking as well as sitting for long periods. Highly recommend.
I got these for winter hiking and found that they are alos good for winter golf! Light weight and warm. NOT that good at keeping out the wind, however.