Best Trail Running Shoes of 2022
From local trails to rugged mountain terrain, below are the year's top trail runners

Running on varied and challenging trails is a welcome break from the monotony of pounding pavement (or even worse, the belt of a treadmill). Better yet, trail running is an immensely easy sport to get into and requires only minimal gear. Below are our top trail runners of 2022, which cover everything from flexible and lightweight shoes for smooth trails to tough and stable designs for tackling technical or mountainous terrain. For more information, check out our comparison table and buying advice below the picks.
Lightweight, good-looking, and comfortable, Danner’s low-top hiker is a capable companion both on and off trail
La Sportiva's burly waterproof hiker offers boot-like protection and sturdiness
La Sportiva's burly waterproof hiker offers boot-like protection and sturdiness
Merrell’s legendary hiking shoes check most of the boxes we look for in a capable lightweight hiker at a very
Lightweight without sacrificing durability or long-distance comfort, Salomon's low-top shoe is a standout in the hiking market