Customers overwhelmingly praise these hiking shoes for exceptional comfort, stability, and durable construction. Most highlight excellent foot support, reliable traction on uneven terrain, and a stiff sole providing ground contact without excessive cushioning. Many note all-day wearability and the ability to accommodate custom orthotics, with several customers purchasing multiple pairs over time. Some report sizing runs small or the toe box feels narrow, requiring size adjustments. A few mention the shoes feel too heavy for warm weather or the rigid toe area causes initial discomfort. Overall, most customers consider them a worthwhile investment for long-term hiking and daily wear.
I purchased these for a hiking trip to the Smokies in July. The fit, support, and cushioning are great. I love the color, as well. The only drawback is that they are a little heavi
Edmonds, WA
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 19, 2026
Gotta love the color
Fit - Width: True to size
Love my new sneakers! Perfect fit and very comfy for daily walks!
Gram
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 18, 2026
Thrilled to Hike Now!
Fit - Width: True to size
While sorry my former favorite LL Bean hiking shoes were no longer available, I tried these on in the store but was unsure about the sizing as they didn’t have mine in stock. Glad
BobbiG
NJ
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July 14, 2026
Too Narrow
Fit - Width: Too narrow
I wanted to like these shoes. Loved the color but they were too narrow so I returned them.
Response from L.L.Bean
July 16, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
We're glad you loved the color, but we're sorry the fit was too narrow for you. We appreciate you giving them a try and are glad you were able to return them.
LizH
Tucson,AZ
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 3, 2026
Still breaking then in
Fit - Width: True to size
The only reason I don’t go 5 is weather has been strange,to say the least, and I haven’t had much opportunity to wear them. But so far love them. Lots of rain and wind so not getti
Unhappy
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★★★★★★★★★★
July 2, 2026
HAPPY SO FAR
Fit - Width: True to size
have had them for about a month now/. only have gotten to try them out about 4-5 times but so far so good . my last pair I had were the "pathfinder" hikers and they lasted me about
Mary
Lagrangville NY
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 27, 2026
Good padding
Fit - Width: True to size
Replacement for an older pair of hiking boots. Want work for hiking because boots are to short
Chris
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 21, 2026
Pointed toe bos
Fit - Width: Too narrow
I returned them. The toe box was too pointed and narrow for my foot in the wide width shoe.
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 15, 2026
Perfect fit!!
Fit - Width: True to size
These hiking boots are the first LL Bean boots I’ve not had to return for poor fit. I can wear them all day with comfort. I especially appreciate the wider & roomy toe
box. I hav
mtsong
Brevard NC
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June 4, 2026
Nice sneaker. Love the green color !!!
Fit - Width: True to size
I, originally bought a size 9, was to short, so I returned for a 9 1/2. Fit perfect. Purchased the green pair.
Dee19
Connecticut
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★★★★★★★★★★
June 1, 2026
Sizing & hard front of shoe didn’t work for me.
Fit - Width: True to size
I bought this sneaker for hiking and long walks on unpaved roads and trails. I got an 8.5 thinking it would fit the same as another LL Bean winter trail sneaker that I’ve had for y
Anare
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★★★★★★★★★★
May 13, 2026
Size runs larger than normal
Fit - Width: Slightly wide
Shoe seems to run large, although it is not stated that size runs large. Too much room in toe box causing blisters on toes.
PBVT
VT
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 20, 2026
Senior friendly
Fit - Width: True to size
I now have three pair of this style. They are so comfortable and stabilize my walking at 84 yrs.
Ann41
Lyme, CT
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April 11, 2026
Well made, BUT..
Fit - Width: Too narrow
Stiff, tight, too narrow (I bought wide) and generally just not comfortable. Not even wearable. Too bad because they really look like they're well- made.
I sent them back.
Response from L.L.Bean
April 16, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Hi Terri, thank you so much for the review. We're sorry these didn't work out for you. I've sent your feedback to the product team.
Terri Huckleberry
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 2, 2026
Comfortable Walking Show
Fit - Width: True to size
I needed a shoe with a stiff outersole that does not have all the cushioning I was finding in other athletic/walking shoes. The extra cushoining in those was throwing me off balanc
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 2, 2026
Enjoy these
Fit - Width: True to size
Feel so good. I like being able have them lace up tight to keep my foot stable. Considering buying another pair in a differnt color.
Teacup
Virginia
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 27, 2026
Fit - Width: True to size
Mitzi
Connecticut
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★★★★★★★★★★
February 26, 2026
Fit - Width: Slightly wide
I purchased trail shoes; original size a bit too small. The exchange to next size up: made easy by having gotten a live person on the phone. The woman representative I spoke to on
Diane
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 13, 2026
I like these
Fit - Width: True to size
Comfortable shoes for my fussy feet. I usually wear Keens, but decided to give these a try to see if they’ll last longer. Grip on trails is good , and they seem to resist moisture
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★★★★★★★★★★
December 30, 2025
Worth the price
Fit - Width: True to size
As comfortable, sure footing, tough shoes as advertised. I love them.
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