Men's Hiking Shoes & Boots

Men's Hiking Shoes & Boots — Built Light, Built to Last

Altra's men's hiking range takes everything we've learned from trail running and applies it to multi-day walks, day hikes, and everything in between. Every shoe in this range starts with the foundations of every Altra: a roomy FootShape™ toe box for natural toe splay on long descents, a Zero-to-Low Drop platform for balanced foot positioning, and a Vibram® Megagrip outsole for confidence on wet rock, mud, and slippery boardwalks.

What sets Altra hikers apart is what's missing — the bulk. Where most hiking boots use heavy leather, stiff midsoles, and tall stability towers, Altra builds hike-ready shoes that feel closer to a trail runner than a traditional boot. Lighter on the foot, more breathable, faster to break in, and built for the kind of hiking most Australians actually do.

The men's range covers two body styles. Mid-cut boots like the Men's Lone Peak 9 Waterproof Mid, Men's Olympus 6 Hike Mid GTX, Men's Timp 6 Mid GTX, and Men's Timp Hiker GTX add ankle support and weather protection for multi-day walks and pack-carrying days. Low-cut hiking shoes like the Men's Olympus 6 Hike Low GTX and the Men's Lone Peak 9+ GTX bring waterproof protection in a faster, more flexible package — better suited to day walks and runners who hike too. The Men's Timp 5 GTX rounds out the range with a lighter waterproof option.

Find the Right Hiker for You

For multi-day walks with a pack, the Lone Peak 9 Waterproof Mid and Olympus 6 Hike Mid GTX stand out — mid-cut ankle support, GORE-TEX® waterproofing, plush cushioning under load.

For day walks and weekend hikes, low-cut GTX options give most of the protection without the weight. The Olympus 6 Hike Low GTX brings maximum cushioning in a flexible package. The Lone Peak 9+ GTX takes our most-loved trail shoe and adds waterproofing.

For alpine routes and rocky off-trail terrain, the Timp Hiker GTX and Timp 6 Mid GTX add structural support without the heavy-leather construction of traditional alpine boots.

For the full waterproof range, see men's waterproof hiking shoes & boots. For the unisex range, see all hiking shoes.

Why Australian Hikers Choose Altra

Most hiking boots are designed around the assumption hikers want a fortress on their feet — heavy, structured, ankle-clamped. Altra takes the opposite view. The roomy toe box gives toes space to function on long descents (where standard boots crush toes against the front and bruise toenails). Zero-drop encourages a balanced, natural foot strike that builds foot strength rather than relying on stiff support. The result for most hikers: lighter on the foot, less foot fatigue at camp, fewer toenails lost, and a shoe that breaks in within a hike or two rather than over weeks.

Sizing and Returns

Australian men's sizing matches UK — find your usual AU size in the UK column to convert to your correct US size. Altra always ships in US sizes. See the full size chart.

Every order ships with our 30-day returns policy. Find an Altra retailer near you with our store locator.