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These comfortable and durable hiking sandals are fit for any outdoor adventure.

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Ideal forcampers,backpackers, and leisurelyhikersalike, many hiking sandals are made with thoughtful features for comfort.

The best hiking sandals we tried performed well when it came to comfort, durability, and fit.

There is a very small break-in period as the straps are a bit stiff.

Bedrock Cairn Adventure Sandals

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The Cairn Adventure sandals are exceptionally sturdy and comfortable in and out of the water and on all terrain.

After five months of testing, the Velcro closures are starting to fray.

Theres padded cushioning between the polyester strap and the foot to prevent any chafing.

Bedrock Cairn Adventure Sandals sitting on a woven mat

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The straps can be a little difficult to adjust.

Its safe to say these sandals could last a lifetime.

Some rocks and dirt got into the shoe.

A person stands in a stream wearing Bedrock Cairn Adventure Sandals

The grooves collect dirt easily and can be hard to clean out.

Fortunately, Teva’s Aliciela Sandal has excellent support from toe to heel.

Most importantly, our feet weren’t tired or sore after extended use.

Bedrock Cairn Adventure Sandals sitting on a woven mat

We’re confident these high-quality sandals will last for a long time.

Similar tohiking boots, the fit of the sandals should be snug without feeling too tight or too loose.

While its ultimately a personal preference, hiking sandals are best for more leisurelyhiking in warmer weather.

A person stands in a stream wearing Bedrock Cairn Adventure Sandals

We never experienced any chafing or rubbing during testing, making these the perfectslides for women.

She participates in nearly every travel test, including this one, where she tested hiking footwear.

Anna grew up in Central Oregon where she spent her summers hiking and backpacking through the Cascade mountains.

Teva Terra Fi 5 Universal Women’s Sandal

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Person standing on wood wearing Teva Terra Fi 5 Universal Sandals

A pair of Teva Terra Fi 5 Universal Sandals sits on the sand in front of the ocean

Person standing on wood wearing Teva Terra Fi 5 Universal Sandals

ECCO Women’s Yucatan Sandal

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A woman wears the ECCO Yucatan Sport Sandal on rocky ground

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A hand holds the ECCO Yucatan Sport Sandal to show the sole of the shoe

A woman wears the ECCO Yucatan Sport Sandal on rocky ground

The side view of the ECCO Yucatan Sport Sandal is shown on a wooden table

A hand holds the ECCO Yucatan Sport Sandal to show the sole of the shoe

Amazon Chacos Women’s Z/Cloud Sandals

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a pair of Chaco Z Cloud Sandals sit on a wood floor in front of a shoe box

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Keen Newport H2 Closed-toe Water Sandals

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A person stands on concrete wearing KEEN Newport H2 Closed Toe Water Sandals

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DSW Teva Women’s Aliciela Sandal

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Teva Women’s Aliciela Sandal placed on stones near a river

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Teva Women’s Aliciela Sandal placed on gravel

Teva Women’s Aliciela Sandal placed on gravel

Teva Women’s Aliciela Sandal placed on gravel across the river

Teva Women’s Aliciela Sandal placed on stones near a river

Teva Women’s Aliciela Sandal placed on gravel

Teva Women’s Aliciela Sandal placed on gravel

Teva Women’s Aliciela Sandal placed on gravel across the river

Teva Women’s Aliciela Sandal placed on the lawn

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The side view of the ECCO Yucatan Sport Sandal is shown on a wooden table

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