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KEEN Targhee IV Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots - Kids'
The go-to kids' hiking boot across REI reviews and hiking communities. Waterproof, wide toe box, and durable enough to outlast growth spurts.
The go-to kids' hiking boot across REI reviews and hiking communities. Waterproof, wide toe box, and durable enough to outlast growth spurts.
Merrell's Moab line is the most universally recommended hiking boot brand across Reddit and expert reviews alike. The kids' A/C version adds easy hook-and-loop closure so kids can get them on independently.
The highest-rated kids' hiking shoe on REI with 67 reviews at 4.8 stars. Parents across Reddit and Good Housekeeping report buying this shoe repeatedly as their kids grow — it's the everyday trail shoe that doubles as a school shoe.
Salomon's XA Pro is the kids' version of one of the most trusted trail shoes in the world. Waterproof, grippy, and fast — ideal for active kids who move quickly on the trail.
The highest-rated kids' hiking boot on REI at 4.9 stars — and it regularly goes on sale under $50. Columbia's budget-friendly option punches well above its price for families who don't want to spend $75+ on boots kids will outgrow.