How to Choose Hiking Boots and Shoes

Don't let sloppy trails cut your hike short. With these waterproof Altra hiking boots, you'll be ready to take on wet weather. Grippy Vibram® outsoles keep you confident on slick terrain.




$19
10% Reward
on this and every eligible full-price item*
+
$30
Bonus Card
valid for 30 days after joining*
=
$49
Value
Keep shopping
Imported.
View the Altra Timp Product LineView all Altra Women's Day Hiking Boots| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type of Waterproofing | GORE-TEX |
| Upper | GORE-TEX Invisible Fit (85% rPET) |
| Midsole | Altra EGO™ MAX |
| Outsole | Vibram® Megagrip |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 3.7 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
Fits slightly large based on reviews
| 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Women's | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11..5 | 12 |
| UK | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 |
| EU | 36 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 |
| Foot Length (in.) | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.1 | 9.3 | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 |
Altra’s unique FootShape™ toe box and zero to low shoes are built to place your foot in a natural position, with a stable and confident foundation to run on. When fitting, be sure to allow a full thumb’s width in front of your toes. If your feet are used to cramped toe boxes, Altra shoes may feel a little big at first. Give your toes some time to get used to the newfound wiggle room.
Altra offers a range of FootShape fits:
Original Fit: The fit that started it all, Original is the roomiest of the 3 options from Altra.
Standard Fit: The most common fit from Altra is right in the middle of Original and Slim.
Slim Fit: The slimmest-fitting Altra option still allows room for your toes to spread out naturally.
IS THIS SHOE TRUE TO SIZE? The product Features above will provide a suggestion if Altra advises you to size up or down in this particular shoe. If no such note exists, please order your regular size.
Adding a review will require a valid email for verification
Excellent foot bed and flexibility in the upper foot while still being secure. If you’re used to A LOT of cushion it will be a change, but it a great starter boot for someone looking to go towards more of the barefoot feel. This shoe has helped me retain stability on ice in a surprising way. 11/10
Really like these hiking boots. They fit better than the lone peak since I have a little narrower feet. I’m normally a 7.5 in most shoes, but usually size up to 8 for hiking shoes. I didn’t have to do that with these and the 7.5 fits great. The only weird thing is the final lace loop around the ankle isn’t a normal loop that easily wraps around. You have to pull the laces through the hole which is strange and I don’t like that since it’s kind of useless the way they designed it.
I have several pairs of Altra Experience that I love. The waterproof Timp hiker is just as comfortable. It did run large, and I had to change my order to a half size smaller than my usual 10.5 Women's. REI made the return easy.
Very comfortable and breathable. The wide toe box is great! I struggle finding shoes wide enough for my feet, and these fit perfect.