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Labor Day Sale On Trail Shorts

Shop the Labor Day sale on trail shorts to find a pair for your next trail outing. Browse sale styles and check each pair’s fit, inseam length and features to help narrow your choice.

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Men's L.L.Bean Allagash Cargo Shorts, 10"
L.L.Bean Men's L.L.Bean Allagash Cargo Shorts, 10"
A rugged gray cotton canvas short with gusseted comfort, triple-needle stitching, and plentiful secure pockets.
(1,777)
$64.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Durable material
Great color options
High quality construction
Comfortable fit
Roomy pockets
$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Lakewashed® Stretch Khaki Shorts, 9"
L.L.Bean Men's Lakewashed® Stretch Khaki Shorts, 9"
A gray washed cotton-twill shorts with 2% spandex stretch, breathable comfort, and front and back pockets.
(1,676)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Durable
Comfortable
Good fit
Breathable
$59.95 $39.99
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Women's Vista Camp Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Shorts
A green, lightweight nylon-spandex short with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying comfort, stretch, and secure zip pockets.
(1,449)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight fabric
High quality
Quick-drying material
True to size
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 8"
L.L.Bean Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 8"
A yellow nylon short with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying fabric, mesh liner and versatile performance.
(1,374)
$44.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Attractive design
Fast-drying material
Comfortable
Good fit
$44.95 $29.99
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Women's Vista Camp Bermuda Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Bermuda Shorts
A brown abrasion-resistant nylon-spandex blend with stretch, quick-drying comfort, UPF 50+ protection, and zippered pockets.
(1,331)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Versatile for activities
Lightweight fabric
Quick-drying material
Deep zippered pockets
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Cresta Shorts, 10"
L.L.Bean Men's Cresta Shorts, 10"
A brown, lightweight nylon-spandex hiking short with two-way stretch, UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying fabric, and secure zippered pockets.
(1,301)
$74.95 $59.99
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$74.95 $59.99
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Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 6"
L.L.Bean Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 6"
A blue nylon sport short with quick-drying mesh liner, UPF 50+ protection and versatile pocketed design.
(1,262)
$44.95 $37.99
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$44.95 $37.99
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Men's L.L.Bean Multisport Shorts, 9"
L.L.Bean Men's L.L.Bean Multisport Shorts, 9"
A blue synthetic short with recycled stretch fabric, quick-dry comfort, UPF 50+ protection, and secure pockets.
(1,176)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
A brown mid-rise pair of shorts crafted from organic cotton with stretch and an elastic waist.
(476)
$49.95 $29.99
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$49.95 $29.99
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Men's L.L.Bean Multisport Shorts, 7"
L.L.Bean Men's L.L.Bean Multisport Shorts, 7"
A blue, quick-drying stretch short with UPF 50+ protection and secure zippered storage pockets.
(274)
$64.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Wrinkle resistance
Comfortable material
Deep pockets
Convenient zipper pocket
Lightweight design
$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Tropicwear Zip-Leg Pants
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Zip-Leg Pants
A gray nylon pant with zip-off legs, stretch comfort, moisture-wicking performance, and UPF 50+ sun protection.
(240)
$99.95 $74.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight and breathable
Durable and quick-drying
Versatile convertible design
Ample pocket space
Comfortable fit
$99.95 $74.99
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Women's No Fly Zone Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's No Fly Zone Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
A brown nylon-blend pair with stretch, insect-repellent treatment, UPF 50+ protection, and zip-off legs.
(136)
$110 $82.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
High quality
Comfortable feel
Warmth
Versatile
$110 $82.99
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Kids' Stowaway Shorts
L.L.Bean Kids' Stowaway Shorts
A blue nylon short that repels water, dries quickly, and provides UPF 50+ sun protection.
(71)
$39.95 $29.99
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$39.95 $29.99
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Women's Tropicwear Comfort Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Comfort Shorts
A blue stretch short made from recycled polyester blend, with UPF 50+ protection and quick-drying comfort.
(70)
$64.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Good inseam length
Easy on and off
Soft fabric
$64.95 $44.99
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Women's Comfort Cycling Shorts with Liner
L.L.Bean Women's Comfort Cycling Shorts with Liner
A gray, quick-drying cycling short with stretch, UPF 50+ protection, pockets, and a removable chamois-lined liner.
(27)
$79.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
Comfortable outer shorts
Nice looking
True to size
$79.95 $39.99
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Women's Explorer Ripstop Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Explorer Ripstop Shorts
A tan, moisture-wicking ripstop short made from an abrasion-resistant cotton-polyester-spandex blend, with secure zip-pocket storage.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's 207 Vintage Cotton Canvas Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's 207 Vintage Cotton Canvas Shorts
A gray cotton-blend canvas short with stretch comfort, vintage-washed softness, utility pockets, and a seven-inch length.
(0)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Embroidery
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Embroidery
A blue pair of mid-rise shorts in soft stretch organic cotton with an elastic waist and decorative embroidery.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's Access Trail Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Access Trail Shorts
A black, ultralight nylon-blend short with quick-drying stretch, UPF 50+ protection and secure pockets.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch® Chino Shorts, 8"
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch® Chino Shorts, 8"
A tan, breathable stretch chino short made from cotton-Coolmax fabric blend with moisture-wicking comfort.
(0)
$69.95 $34.99
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$69.95 $34.99
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Men's Everyday Poplin Shorts, Standard Fit, 8"
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday Poplin Shorts, Standard Fit, 8"
A lightweight gray cotton-blend short with built-in stretch offers comfortable, easy movement for warm-weather days.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Wide-Wale Cord Pull-On Shorts, 7"
L.L.Bean Men's Wide-Wale Cord Pull-On Shorts, 7"
A tan, soft midweight cotton-blend corduroy short with stretch, an elastic drawstring waist and pull-on styling.
(0)
$59.95 $44.99
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$59.95 $44.99
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Women's Premium Washable Linen Shorts, Mid-Rise 6"
L.L.Bean Women's Premium Washable Linen Shorts, Mid-Rise 6"
A breezy pair of blue linen shorts with a relaxed fit, elastic waistband, and pockets.
(0)
$74 $36.99
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$74 $36.99
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Men's VentureStretch Chino Shorts, 7"
L.L.Bean Men's VentureStretch Chino Shorts, 7"
A gray nylon-spandex short with water-resistant fabric, UPF 50+ protection, gusseted comfort and zippered security pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Labor Day Sale On Trail Shorts

Trail shorts bring a straightforward, outdoors-inspired look to a wardrobe, with room for personal preference in length, shape, and overall style. Labor Day offers a familiar connection to time spent together outside: a favorite trail revisited with family, a scenic stop shared with friends, or a weekend gathering that becomes a tradition. Choosing shorts within that setting is still a personal decision, shaped by the silhouettes someone likes and the clothes already in their wardrobe. Some people favor a hem that sits farther above the knee; others prefer a longer profile. Neither choice needs to follow a trend. The most useful starting point is a clear sense of proportion, including where the waistband sits and how the length looks on the person wearing it. An inseam measurement gives that comparison a concrete reference, while product photos offer another view of the overall shape. Two pairs with similar inseams can look different when the rise and cut differ, so length alone does not tell the whole story. A familiar pair of shorts can provide a helpful point of comparison, especially when its measurements are considered alongside the information for another style. Color is another part of the decision, whether the preference is for an understated outfit or a more noticeable contrast. The aim is a look that feels personal rather than an outfit assembled around a single occasion. For someone returning to a favorite trail or spending Labor Day with a group whose outdoor traditions go back years, that familiar sense of style can be part of the appeal. For someone establishing a new tradition, the same category offers a starting point without requiring a particular outdoor identity. Trail shorts belong to an approachable view of outdoor style, one that makes space for different tastes, ages, and ways of enjoying time together.

Fit deserves a closer look because a size label is only the beginning of the comparison. Body measurements, listed garment measurements, and a preferred fit each provide different information. A waist measurement can help identify a size, while the rise, inseam, and shape through the seat and thigh help explain its proportions. When measurements are provided, checking what each one describes makes the numbers more useful. A garment measurement should not automatically be read as a body measurement, and a familiar size designation is best considered alongside the relevant size chart. Personal preferences matter just as much: someone who likes a closer silhouette may make a different choice from someone who prefers more room. The relationship between the hem and the knee can also change the appearance of an outfit, particularly when comparing a shorter cut with a longer one. Fabric composition and care directions are useful details to review at the same time, without choosing by appearance alone. A preference for a certain fabric feel is personal, and the composition listed for an individual pair helps make that preference part of the decision. Care requirements also deserve attention before a garment becomes part of an established laundry routine. The recommended washing method, drying directions, and any additional care notes provide more practical information than a general impression from a photo. Following the directions supplied with the garment keeps that routine grounded in the information for the pair itself. For shoppers thinking about long-term ownership, construction details and care information are relevant considerations alongside style and fit. A clear description of how a garment is made offers a more useful basis for comparison than an assumption based on its appearance. Looking at these details together supports a considered choice: not simply a preferred length or color, but a pair selected with an understanding of its measurements, composition, and care. Those particulars are especially helpful when choosing between similar-looking silhouettes.

Labor Day is an occasion that can mean different things to different households, from a longstanding family gathering to a small get-together with close friends. The outdoor connection does not need to be elaborate. A familiar trail, a shared view, and time set aside for conversation can be enough to give the occasion its own character. Trail shorts fit into that broader interest in outdoor style without needing to define the whole experience. An outfit can reflect someone's taste through a simple balance of lengths, shapes, and colors, with no requirement that every piece match exactly. Someone who prefers a consistent wardrobe may choose a silhouette close to a longtime favorite, while another person may be interested in a different inseam or proportion. For a related category, Labor Day Sale On Trail Shirts offers another place to consider the overall look. Thinking about the relationship between the two silhouettes can help make an outfit feel cohesive without turning it into a uniform. Trail shorts may also be a thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys choosing clothing with an outdoor connection, provided the choice reflects the recipient rather than the giver. A known size, preferred inseam, and familiar color direction are useful starting points. Details from a pair the recipient already likes can be more helpful than guessing from a general sense of their style. Care preferences matter here, too, particularly for someone who has an established approach to looking after clothing. The occasion gives the gift context, but the person's preferences give it meaning. Whether the choice is for a family member, a friend, or a personal wardrobe, the same considerations remain useful: a silhouette that feels right, measurements that have been checked, and product details that have been read closely. That combination keeps the focus on personal style and a thoughtful choice, while leaving the shared trail experience to the people who make it memorable.
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