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The best hiking pants 2024: don't let winter slow you down with our top trail trousers
We tested the best hiking pants and trekking trousers to help you choose the right pair, whether you're facing down the steepest peaks or just out for a woodland stroll
Columbia Hazy Trail Waterproof Walking Trousers review: the damp busters
Highly functional and well-featured, Columbia Hazy Trail Waterproof Walking Trousers are fairly affordable rain pants for drizzly days on hazy trails
5 reasons you need rain pants: stay dry, whatever the weather
We reveal the top reasons you need rain pants for your backcountry hiking adventures throughout the seasons
Columbia Maxtrail Midweight Warm walking pants review: versatile, hardworking troopers
Highly functional, no-frills and windproof, Columbia Maxtrail Midweight Warm walking pants are ideal for everyday walking
Helly Hansen Vandre Tur Pants review: light, comfortable and straightforwardly functional
These straightforward-but-functional walking pants have all the right features for day hikes and not-too-wet weather, and won’t weigh you down on the trail
Columbia Women’s Saturday Trail Hiking Trousers review: light, breathable and budget-friendly comfort for mild weather hikes and travel
They’re not perfect, but they’re comfortable, light and breathable for fair-weather hikes and adventure travel
Fjällräven High Coast Hydratic Trail Trousers review: top quality waterproof protection
Fjällräven High Coast Hydratic Trail Trousers are premium, lightweight, fully waterproof and breathable 2.5-layer shell pants with a range of great features
Can you hike in sweatpants?
Read the pros and cons of hiking in sweatpants to learn when it’s a good idea, and when it might be time for an upgrade
