The best hiking socks

Kraig Becker

Nov 8, 2019, 04:30 IST

Hiking socks are an often-overlooked item that plays a crucial role in staying comfortable on the trail.
These are our five favorite hiking socks that you can buy for the outdoors, from Darn Tough, Smartwool, Wigwam, Thorlos, and Mirmaru.

Hikers will often spend an inordinate amount of time searching for the perfect boot to keep their feet happy and healthy while out on the trail. They'll read numerous reviews on the best models that are currently available, go to multiple stores to try on different options, and even spend more money than they had planned just to ensure they get the best hiking footwear they can find. The problem is, most of those hikers don't put nearly as much effort into researching the best socks to wear on their adventures, even though the right socks can play a crucial role in keeping our feet comfortable as well.

Good socks don't cost nearly as much as a pair of hiking boots and you don't even have to leave home to find the right pair. There are plenty of hiking-specific options that don't cost a lot of money either.