Men's Waterproof Hiking Shoes & Boots

Men's Waterproof Hiking Shoes & Boots — Built for the Wet Stuff

Australia's best hiking happens in conditions most boots aren't built for: alpine winters, Tasmanian shoulder seasons, rainforest creek crossings, and the kind of wet-weather day walks where dry feet decide whether you keep going. Altra's men's waterproof hiking range pairs proven trail-running design with GORE-TEX® waterproof linings, so your feet stay dry without losing the natural-foot-shape comfort that makes Altra worth wearing in the first place.

Every shoe in the range starts with the foundations that define every Altra: a roomy FootShape™ toe box for natural toe splay, a Zero-to-Low Drop platform for balanced foot placement, and a Vibram® Megagrip outsole for confident grip on wet rock, mud, and slippery boardwalks.

The men's waterproof lineup covers two body styles. Mid-cut waterproof 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 for multi-day walks, alpine routes, and pack-carrying days. Low-cut waterproof shoes like the Men's Olympus 6 Hike Low GTX, Men's Lone Peak 9+ GTX, and Men's Timp 5 GTX bring the same waterproof protection in a faster, more flexible package — a great fit for day walks and fastpacking. The Men's Torin 8 GTX rounds out the range as a waterproof road-and-walking option for wet-weather commuters.

Find the Right Waterproof Hiker for You

For multi-day walks with a pack — the Larapinta in autumn, the AAWT, the Bibbulmun in winter — the Lone Peak 9 Waterproof Mid and Olympus 6 Hike Mid GTX are the standouts. Mid-cut ankle support, GORE-TEX® waterproofing, plush cushioning under load, and durable uppers built for long-distance trail life.

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

For alpine routes and rocky terrain, the Timp Hiker GTX and Timp 6 Mid GTX add structural support for off-trail, scree, and rough ground while staying lighter than traditional alpine boots.

For wet-weather road walking and commuting, the Torin 8 GTX gives you Altra's most popular road shoe with a waterproof upper — perfect for Melbourne winters or rainy commutes.

What "Waterproof" Actually Means in Altra

Every GTX-marked Altra uses a GORE-TEX® lining sandwiched between the outer upper and the inner sock liner. That lining keeps water out while still letting moisture vapour from your foot escape — so your feet stay dry both from rain and from your own sweat. The technology is laminated to the inside of the upper, meaning the shoe still looks and breathes like a regular Altra, just with the added barrier.

Note: waterproof linings stop water entering through the upper, but water can still get in over the top of the shoe in deep crossings. For that reason, mid-cut boots offer more reliable wet-weather coverage than low-cut shoes when you're stepping through ankle-deep water.

Sizing and Returns

Altra ships in US sizes. For AU men's footwear, your size matches the UK column on our chart. See the full size chart.

Every order ships with our 30-day returns policy — get them out on a real walk, and if they're not right, send them back for a full refund. Find an Altra retailer near you with our store locator.