This Keen shoe is our gear editors’ favorite closed-toe hiking sandal and their favorite water shoe. The design is breezy and lightweight but durable enough to protect your feet on the trails. Its platform sole also makes it exceedingly comfortable if you need to tack on the miles. You can also the women’s version  on sale for the same price. 

Trail running shoes should be comfortable and durable, provide excellent traction and hold up against changing terrain. Altra makes our editors’ favorite trail running shoe for wide feet. While the Timp 5 isn’t the same model, the design is still known for a roomy toe box and comes backed by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Seal of Acceptance.

Our favorite hiking sock is durable enough to last for years, moisture-wicking and odor-resistant. It also has elastic support around the arch and comes with a lifetime warranty. In short, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better foot companion. It’s made mostly from merino wool, so it fits like a cozy sweater and will help keep you warm as the weather cools. 

Another reliable trail running shoe, the On Cloudsurfer can hold up against varying terrain with ease, including both wet and dry conditions. It features On’s Helion superfoam and CloudTec Phase technology to relieve pressure on your joints, and a sturdy rubber outsole to keep you steady on your feet.

If speed is your goal on your daily runs, this road-running shoe was built to move quickly and keep up. It brings a springy ride and responsive energy return with every step, while its form-fitting, contouring design offers a personalized fit to deliver support across every area of your foot. REI members can save an extra 25% with code LABORDAY2025.

When it comes to trail running shoes, La Sportiva makes some of our favorite pairs. They are a great option for anyone seeking reliable traction and stability, especially on varying terrain. This pair offers a breathable, quick-drying and cushioned design. Right now, three different colors are discounted for Labor Day. Just keep in mind, the brand recommends ordering half a size up. 

If you’re a seasoned hiker who plans to tackle intermediate trails this fall, consider grabbing a pair of these durable, sturdy boots. They offer long-lasting cushioning, outsoles with high-traction grip and will shield your feet from whatever you may encounter on your path, including streams and mud.

After testing numerous pairs of sneakers and consulting with podiatrists, our team named the Brooks Ghost Max 2 as one of the best shoes for standing all day, especially on hard surfaces like concrete. These ultra-cushioned sneakers provide a plush, soft ride and a rocker for smooth heel-to-toe transitions. Right now, you can get 19% off these sneakers in four colors (for the women’s pair) and five colors (for the men’s pair). 

This rugged pant is great for outdoor adventures, like hiking and camping. Gear editor Cameron Vigliotta loves this design because "it’s loose through the leg, a little stretchy, UPF 50+ rated and outfitted with handy pockets for travel essentials.”

This hoodie has a minimalist aesthetic but tons of useful features, including a quick-drying fabric, UPF 50+ protection, a zip pocket, thumb holes and adjustable drawcord ties. It’s also made with a buttery soft fabric and a flatseam design to keep you comfortable all day long.

Whether you’re sporting these shorts during casual outings or workouts, you can bet you’ll stay comfortable. The moisture-wicking and quick drying shorts feature a 4-way stretch, an elastic waistband and adjustable drawstring for easy and secure movement. They are available in six colors and six sizes, however, stock differs by color selection. 

Our deals and coupons writer Bianca Alvarez has been using this lightweight rain jacket for years; she loves how effective it is at keeping her dry in light and heavy rain. In addition to its water-resistant material, it features adjustable hook-and-loop cuff tabs, cinch cords at the hem and a hood. It also has the ability to zip all the way up the neck to prevent water from entering. 

This Patagonia slim-fit vest is the perfect year-round addition to any closet. Use it as a transitional piece from fall to winter or layer it with a jacket once the cold really hits. The durable vest controls odor, maintains stretch and adds warmth, all while remaining breathable and lightweight.

You’ll get plenty of use out of these versatile pants during camping and hiking season. They’re made of a lightweight nylon and spandex fabric that you can easily move in, and feature UPF 50 sun protection and anti-odor properties. 

This casual, comfortable jacket can be styled numerous ways, whether you’re running errands or heading to the gym. It’s also made with a moisture-wicking material and performance stretch knit fabric, so you won’t overheat or feel suffocated. It’s currently on sale in three colors and six sizes.

This loveseat design is perfect for curling up with your camping partner or pet. It’s comfortable, can support up to 400 pounds and comes with useful features, like adjustable armrests and insulated beverage holders. The chair also includes its own tote storage bag, so it’s easier to cart around. Still, it’s a bulky addition to your camping gear, so it’s best suited for car camping versus a backcountry trek. 

Camping and discomfort don’t have to be synonymous. Whether you’re trying to convince a reluctant camper to join the adventure or you’re just tired of sleeping on the ground, a good camping air mattress can make all of the difference in your night of sleep. This self-inflating bed is designed to fit in a car but it can also be used outside. It offers four inches of open-cell foam and can accommodate two sleepers. This set comes with a repair kit, stuff sack and manual pump.

If you’re heading out on longer camping trips this fall, this spacious pack comes with numerous features to make your journey smoother. It has an adjustable shoulder harness, straps and hipbelt for your perfect fit, several handy pockets for stowing away the essentials (including side pockets for holding your water bottle) and an internal sleeping bag divider to keep your items organized. It comes in two different sizes, both of which are currently discounted in three colorways.

Once the sun starts setting sooner, you’ll be happy to have this headlamp on hand for navigating the trails and camp grounds in the dark. Toggle between three brightness levels (like red lighting, continuous and strobe) and utilize the lock function when not in use to avoid draining the battery on accident. 

Cooking outdoors doesn’t have to be a pain. This set comes with everything you need to make a fulfilling meal on your next camping trip, including a pan, cutting boards, trivets, bowls, a spatula and sporks. Plus, all items comfortably nest within each other so you can easily store them away when not in use. 

Hydro Flask makes some of our favorite reusable water bottles because they excel at holding large amounts of water (and ice) while maintaining cold and hot temperatures thanks to double-wall vacuum insulation. This design comes with the brand’s Flex Straw Cap that remains leak-resistant, so you can bring it with you wherever you go. 

For pool and beach days, fall sports games and outdoor adventures, Alvarez and her family love using this soft backpack cooler. “You’d think lugging around food, drinks and other necessities might hurt your back, but that’s not the case at all with my Yeti backpack,” she says. “It’s comfortable to wear, makes carrying everything all the more easier and it’s so spacious." The Hopper M12 is large enough to fit up to 20 cans.