Hiking & Backpacking

Light, half-cushion is perfect for moderate hiking or aggressive walking. Designed for a woman's foot. Arch brace holds the sock in place and adds additional support. Flat-knit toe seam keeps you comfortable throughout the day.

We've combined the sock that started it all (our Hike Light Crew) with our most beloved casual sock pattern (the Margarita), to bring you the Women's Hike Light Margarita Crew. A flat-knit toe seam provides in-shoe comfort, while an elasticized arch brace offers a secure fit. This is a hiking sock you'll want when you head out on the trail.

This ultra-light, non-cushioned sock provides a close, lightweight fit that acts as your second skin to minimize friction and blisters. The flat knit toe seam guarantees comfort.

The Women's Hike Medium Crew keeps feet dry and happy for miles of switchbacks, scrambles, and climbs. Merino helps move moisture and regulate body temperature, while medium cushioning gives tired feet extra padding. An arch support and flat-knit toe seams add extra comfort.

Great Patterns. Greater Comfort. Our Women's Hike Ultra Light Sulawesi Crew socks combine an elasticized arch brace for a secure fit and a flat knit toe seam for added comfort with the power and natural benefits of responsibly sourced Merino wool™giving you the thinnest hiking sock we offer to help you enjoy longer hikes and adventures.

The PhD® Outdoor Light Micro is made for the trail. Featuring Indestructawool™ technology for ultimate durability, we’ve designed this hiking sock to outlast your greatest adventures. And with features like mesh zones for maximum breathability, a Virtually Seamless™ toe and the power of Merino, they’ll help keep you comfortable every step of the way. A micro height barely shows above low trail shoes while the women’s-specific fit provides an overall slimmer fit and narrower heel.

The PhD® Outdoor Light Micro is made for the trail. Featuring Indestructawool™ technology for ultimate durability, we’ve designed this hiking sock to outlast your greatest adventures. And with features like mesh zones for maximum breathability, a Virtually Seamless™ toe and the power of Merino, they’ll help keep you comfortable every step of the way. A micro height barely shows above low trail shoes while the women’s-specific fit provides an overall slimmer fit and narrower heel.

A favorite of through-hikers and day-trippers alike, the PhD® Outdoor Light Mid Crew packs some serious trail power. This lightweight hiking sock features Indestructawool™ technology for ultimate durability in high wear areas, our 4 Degree™ elite fit system for a dialed fit, and our signature Virtually Seamless™ toe for extraordinary comfort in any trail shoe. The mid crew silhouette sits at an ideal height for low trail boots while our women’s-specific fit provides an overall slimmer fit and narrower heel. All of these features work together to create one of our best-fitting socks.

Go far. Feel good. These words not only inspire every pair of socks we make, but they remind us of who we create high-performance socks for—you. That's why we printed our favorite motto on this pair, so you remember why you bought Smartwool® socks. For the durability, the comfort, the performance-oriented fit, and everything else our ZQ=Certified Merino products offer. So, when you put these wool hiking socks on, just know that you're bound to go far and feel good doing it.

When you're way out there, the last thing you want to think about is your feet. That's why we made the Women's PhD® Pro Light Medium Crew with Indestructawool™ technology, a 4 Degree™ elite fit system, and body-mapped mesh vents for breathability. So you can escape without distractions and feel supported wherever your feet take you. Get out there and explore in some of our best hiking socks.

Experience durability at its peak with the PhD® Outdoor Light Crew. Featuring Indestructawool™ technology, a patent-pending wool-based durability construction, these socks are ready for any adventure on your list. Plus, with redesigned mesh zones, a Virtually Seamless® toe and the 4 Degree® elite fit system, these socks have comfort covered. The women's-specific fit provides an overall slimmer fit and narrower heel.

Experience durability at its peak with the PhD® Outdoor Light Crew. Featuring Indestructawool™ technology, a patent-pending wool-based durability construction, these socks are ready for any adventure on your list. Plus, with redesigned mesh zones, a Virtually Seamless® toe and the 4 Degree® elite fit system, these socks have comfort covered. The women's-specific fit provides an overall slimmer fit and narrower heel.

An ankle-high powerhouse, the PhD® Outdoor Mini is made for mileage. Great for long summer treks, it combines support, stretch, and recovery in a women's-specific design and fit. Featuring Indestructawool™ technology for ultimate durability and the 4 Degree® elite fit system for a dialed fit.

A favorite of through-hikers and day-trippers alike, the PhD® Outdoor Light Pattern Mid Crew packs some serious trail power. This lightweight hiking sock features Indestructawool™ technology for ultimate durability in high wear areas, our 4 Degree™ elite fit system for a dialed fit, and our signature Virtually Seamless™ toe for extraordinary comfort in any trail shoe. The mid crew silhouette sits at an ideal height for low trail boots while our women’s-specific fit provides an overall slimmer fit and narrower heel. All of these features work together to create one of our best-fitting socks.

For the vertically inclined, the Women's PhD® Pro Approach Crew combines carefully designed comfort with rugged purpose. Made with insights from iconic alpinist Conrad Anker, these hiking approach socks feature specified cushioning to help protect feet from footwear friction, our 4 Degree™ elite fit with flex zone, and body-mapped mesh to help make even the most ambitious approaches more manageable.

For the vertically inclined, the Women's PhD® Pro Approach Crew combines carefully designed comfort with rugged purpose. Made with insights from iconic alpinist Conrad Anker, these hiking approach socks feature specified cushioning to help protect feet from footwear friction, our 4 Degree™ elite fit with flex zone, and body-mapped mesh to help make even the most ambitious approaches more manageable.

Ultralight merino-blend hiking socks for warm-weather comfort on the trails, the Hike Cool-Lite™ 3/4 Crew are soft, durable and breathable.

Ultralight merino-blend hiking socks for warm-weather comfort on the trails, the Hike Cool-Lite™ Low Cut are soft, durable and breathable.

Lightweight, durable and odor-resistant trail socks designed for maximum comfort and premium fit, our Hike Light Crew socks are ideal for day hiking and warmer conditions.

With a thin, lightweight construction that breathes efficiently and dries in a flash, the Hike Liner Crew is a ultralight yet durable sock perfect for weekend hikes and lightweight backpacking trips. This sock features a technical blend of soft merino wool, durable nylon and stretchy LYCRA® for the ultimate combination of performance. Support zones in the Achilles and instep add stability, a breathable zone over the forefoot controls moisture and reinforced wear areas improve strength and durability.

Lightweight, durable and odor-resistant trail socks designed for maximum comfort and premium fit, our Hike+ Light Crew socks are ideal for day hiking and warmer conditions.

Lightweight, durable and odor-resistant trail socks designed for maximum comfort and premium fit, our Hike+ Light Mini socks are ideal for light hikes and day-long adventures.

Lightweight, durable and odor-resistant trail socks designed for maximum comfort and premium fit, our Hike+ Light Mini socks are ideal for light hikes and day-long adventures.

Lightweight, durable and odor-resistant trail socks designed for maximum comfort and premium fit, our Hike+ Medium Crew socks are ideal for long hikes and multi-day backpacking.

If you redesign one of the most popular socks in the line you better come correct. Increased breathability with mesh panels on top of the foot, a new smooth ribbing upper that stays put forever, and extended cushion over the Achilles – just a few heavy additions to one of the lightest hike socks out there.

If you redesign one of the most popular socks in the line you better come correct. Increased breathability with mesh panels on top of the foot, a new smooth ribbing upper that stays put forever, and extended cushion over the Achilles – just a few heavy additions to one of the lightest hike socks out there.

A new addition to the Light Hiker collection is the 1/4 Sock. Modest enough for a Victorian aristocrat, and equally familiar with expansive views, these ankle-covering socks offer a smooth cuff, comfortable fit, and lightweight functionality that truly endures. Cushion extending up the Achilles adds targeted comfort and enhances the durability we guarantee for life.

100% Waterproof with an un-cushioned fine knit merino inner, designed to fit just a few cm’s above the ankle bone. This close fitting sock is ideal for activities where maximum breathability and minimal insulation are desired. Comprising 3 layers the lightweight ankle StormSock features a thin un-cushioned lining that wicks moisture away from your feet.… Primarily knit from Merino Wool, known for its anti-bacterial, anti-odour and moisture management properties, the sock will keep your feet warm, dry and comfortable. The outer layer sock, made from nylon, protects the Hydrotech waterproof breathable membrane against abrasion from the boot. Lycra knit through every course gives the sock Bridgedale’s performance fit and together with the flat toe seam and elastic arch support ensure the sock remains in place and doesn’t cause any hotspots. The stretch PU membrane and clever matrix lamination process that bonds the three layers of Bridgedale’s Stormsock together ensure they have class leading stretch built right in, wear after wear. Designed to fit just a few cm’s above the ankle bone these socks feel light and unrestrictive and prevent heat building up in the lower legs, perfect for trail running or walking on wet ground sodden ground in dryer weather conditions. SPECIFICATIONS Outer : 95% Nylon, 5% Elastane Inner : 45% Merino, 45% Polyester, 7.5% Nylon, 2.5% Elastane

100% Waterproof boot length sock with an un-cushioned fine knit merino inner. This close-fitting sock is ideal for activities where maximum breathability and minimal insulation are desired. Comprising 3 layers the lightweight boot length StormSock features a thin un-cushioned lining that wicks moisture away from your feet.… Primarily knit from Merino Wool, known for its anti-bacterial, anti-odour and moisture management properties, the sock will keep your feet warm, dry and comfortable. The outer layer sock, made from nylon, protects the Hydrotech waterproof breathable membrane against abrasion from the boot. Lycra knit through every course gives the sock Bridgedale’s performance fit and together with the flat toe seam and elastic arch support ensure the sock remains in place and doesn’t cause any hotspots. The stretch PU membrane and clever matrix lamination process that bonds the three layers of Bridgedale’s Stormsock together ensure they have class leading stretch built right in, wear after wear. Bridgedale’s best-selling length, our boot length comfortably sits above the ankle cuff of standard walking boots. Covering the leg up to the mid-calf our boot length can be easily be protected from water ingress with waterproof trousers or gaiters. SPECIFICATIONS: Outer : 95% Nylon, 5% Elastane Inner : 45% Merino, 45% Polyester, 7.5% Nylon, 2.5% Elastane