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Camping Shoes
Recommended Camping Shoes
Looking for a comfortable, lightweight, and foot-friendly camping shoe to take on your next camping adventure? Look no further!
Around the Campsite: Roo Moccasins
Our Roo moccasins are perfect for keeping your feet cozy around the campsite. The soft, flexible design of these camping moccasins will help your feet relax after a long day of hiking, and our natural, breathable leather is durable enough to withstand scrapes and sharp rocks. Genuine sheepskin innersoles are great for all seasons—they add warmth on cold nights, but also naturally wick moisture to keep your feet dry on hot days. An added bonus: our leather won't melt when you sit close to a campfire like synthetic shoes tend to do!
We have many styles of Roo moccasins available in all sizes. Click the options below to search in your size group, or to design your own in the custom colors of your choice:
- Shop Adult Roo Moccasins
- Shop Child/Youth Roo Moccasins
- Shop Baby Roo Moccasins
- Shop Design-Your-Own Roo Moccasins (All Ages)
Campsite + Light Trail Use: Moc3 RunAmocs
Looking for a slip-on camping moccasin with a little more grit? Try our Moc3 RunAmoc. This revolutionary lightweight camping shoe, created for us by veteran Nike shoe designer Mike Friton, is lined with an elastic layer of Breather-O-Prene to stay snugly on your foot. An outer shell of thin perforated lather adds extra protection. Our 2mm rubber Vibram Street sole is cut to a special minimal pattern to give this shoe a tough, durable bottom while keeping it as flexible as possible. The entire shoe weighs only about 5.5oz (depending on size) and rolls up easily to stuff into a backpack or under a belt. Very breathable and easy to slip on and off, the Moc3 will protect your feet on rough surfaces while keeping you as close to barefoot as possible. Great for light hiking and super comfortable for lounging in a camp chair!
Our Moc3 is available in Adult sizes only: You can choose from our collection colors or design your own:
Trail Running: Primal RunAmocs or Dash RunAmocs
When it comes to trail running or casual trail walking, our Primal and Dash RunAmocs are perfect, especially with out 5mm Lightning sole! The biggest difference between the Primal and the Dash are their toe boxes–the Primal model features a much wider toe box allowing for ultimate toe splay. These RunAmocs are a favorite for all sports, from tennis and crossfit to trail running and adventurous hiking. Although we don't recommend using our lightweight camping shoes in water or to cross streams, we often hear from customers who wear them for their Pacific Crest and Appalachian Trail hikes. If you're worried that a minimalist shoe may not provide the support you need on a rocky path, then you may be in for a surprise: many doctors now believe that minimalist shoes allowing your foot to move freely and pronate or supinate naturally over uneven trails may be the healthiest option for your feet. Our RunAmocs have been tried and tested thoroughly by ultrarunners on the roughest trails. After finishing the Leadville 100-mile ultramarathon in his pair of Dashes, Donald Buraglio had this to say:
"Here’s how happy I was with my RunAmocs: I didn’t take them off my feet for nearly 5 more hours after the race."
Lightweight and flexible, the natural leather used in our RunAmocs is also more breathable than most shoe materials, keeping your feet ventilated and feeling fresh (and keeping foot odor to a minimum).
Heavy Hiking: Switchback Boots or Primal Megagrip RunAmocs
For heavy hiking or extra rugged trails, we love the Switchback boot! Equipped with an ultra-grippy VibramTM Megagrip sole, these boots will carry you securely through any adventure. Choose between the virtually indestructible Superfabric® version or the all-leather look! Another great option for a more rugged trail shoe is our Primal Megagrip RunAmocs. Just like the regular Primal RunAmoc, these feature an extra wide toe box. The difference? We've added a Megagrip sole to add unparalleled in grip and longevity, making them a favorite among extreme trail runners and hikers.
Please note: While the leather used on the Switchback is naturally water resistant, they are not fully waterproof due to not having a gusseted tongue. Instead, we prioritized flexibility, comfort, and allowing your feet to breathe with every step.
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