Before you know it, leave will be turning gorgeous colors of red, orange, and yellow, followed by crisp air and cool days. With that brings the perfect time to take your workouts outdoors and onto the trails, and here’s where the perfect 2023 hiking gear for women comes in.
From stylish clothing to help you wick sweat, to shoes that will keep you upright on slippery terrain. This guide has it all no matter what level hiker you are.
This hiking gear is about to take your next hike to the next level!
Before You Shop: Safety Hiking Tips (and extra items) to Remember:
- Be sure to pack a first aid kit, you never know when you’ll need an ace bandage or Band-Aid.
- Adding chewable Ibuprofen to your First aid kit can come to your rescue in the chance you get stung by a bee or touched by a plant that gives your body an allergic reaction.
- Always tell someone the location you’re hiking and the estimated time of completion.
- Bear spray isn’t a bad idea as at any time you can encounter an animal (even a dog) that might not be happy about your presence.
Top 2023 Hiking Gear For Women
Diorite Telescopic Carbon Fiber Trekking Foam, EVA Foam
Trek through four seasons of hiking with ease. This hand-built set is lightweight yet stable, and comes with padded adjustable wrist wraps and a quick-lock system that holds firm.
Buy it: $180, at Diorite
ESKTER GRID Backpack
Buy it: $195, at ESKTER
This off-grid backpack can be packed like a suitcase and carried like a backpack to fit all of your hiking needs without weighing you down. With 180-degree access, this waterproof, roomy backpack is perfect for keeping you prepared during every hike.
Night Core Head Lamp
Perfect for early morning and evening hikes, the ultra-light body of this headlamp features corded straps reducing weight, has USB-C charging capability, features multiple brightness settings, is glow-in-the-dark and reflective for added safety.
Buy it: $36.95, at Zpacks
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filtration System
Buy it: $40.95, at REI
Whether you get lost or run out of water, you can safely drink from a stream or a lake with no fear of becoming dehydrated or sick. This filtration system weighs only three ounces while the Hollow-fiber membrane filter removes 99.99999% of all bacteria.
SOJOS Oversized Women’s Sunglasses
Buy it: $20, at Amazon
When the trails get bright these shades will protect your eyes with UV400 protection providing clearer vision, reducing glare, reducing eyestrain, and blocking both UVA and UVB rays.
Klean Kanteen Insulated Water Bottle (32oz)
Buy it: $44.95, at REI
The 32 fl oz Kanteen is a combination of a sports bottle and an insulated Tumbler. With a double-wall vacuum insulation that keeps contents ice cold for up to 75 hours, you’ll stay cool and hydrated while on the trails.
Darn Tough Micro Crew Cushion Socks
Buy it: $25, at REI
Crafted with custom-count, shrink-treated merino wool that enhances comfort and durability for hiking, this pair is designed to wick moisture and aid in breathability, regulating temperature for outstanding comfort in a variety of conditions. No holes, or rips- Darn tough!
Patagonia Barely Bra
Buy it: $55, at REI
This sports bra makes the perfect hiking companion. With Nonslip straps and a racerback design promoting long-lasting support, this lightweight, and moisture-wicking support system is tagless for itch-free comfort.
Women’s LL Bean Midweight Base Layer Hiking Shirt
Buy it: $44.99-54.95, at LL Bean
As LL Bean’s most versatile top ever, this hiking shirt wicks away moisture, dries quickly for on-the-move comfort and is treated with an anti-microbial finish to resist odor all hike long.
Women’s KUHL SPLASH Roll-Up Hiking Pants
Buy it: $90, at KUHL
SPLASH Roll-Up Pants are equipped with legs that roll up and securely snap in place so you can wear them as capri when temps get hot. With quick dry performance technology and superior sun (UPF 50) protection, you’ll be comfortable, cool, and dry on your hiking adventures.
Women’s Backcountry Aspire RainJacket
Buy it: $135-$225, at Backcountry
The rain won’t stop you from hiking in this lightweight, waterproof jacket designed with hem-to-bicep vents offering poncho-like venting over a pack waistbelt and an adjustable hood to keep your head dry during downpours.
SUN CUBE Wide Brim Unisex Sun Hat
Buy it: $18, at Amazon
Keep the sun off your head and neck with this breathable, adjustable, quick-drying sun hat which is equipped with UPF 50+.
Women’s Adidas Terrex Swift R-3 Cortex Hiking Shoes
Buy it: $160, at REI
Avoid slipping while looking stylish on slick terrane while staying dry and comfortable in these lightweight yet durable hiking shoes. The Lightstrike EVA midsoles offer cushioning and flexibility for long-lasting comfort with external heel support clips to keep your feet locked in and stable.
Solar Charger
Buy it: $23, at Amazon
Keep your phone charges at all times with this portable solar power bank. Simply charge in the sun, plug in your phone and you’re good to go!
