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Heavy duty hiking boots

Top 11: best heavy duty hiking boots (May 2026)

Steel Toe Work Boot

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.6/10

Men's Steel Toe Work Boot

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10

Men's Waterproof Steeltoe Work Boot

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.4/10

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🏆 Best choice

6IN Direct Attach Men's Steel Toe MaxTRAX Slip-Resistant Work Boot 14 Wheat

#1 Timberland PRO

Steel Toe Work Boot

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.6 /10

+ Very good slip resistance on wet and slightly oily floors thanks to the MaxTRAX TPU outsole

+ Reliable waterproofing with seam-sealed nubuck leather that actually keeps feet dry

+ Comfortable for long shifts once broken in, with roomy toe box and solid ankle padding

6IN Direct Attach Men's Steel Toe MaxTRAX Slip-Resistant Work Boot 14.0 W Wheat

Timberland PRO

Men's Steel Toe Work Boot

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5 /10

Men's Rancher Waterproof Steeltoe Square Toe 10in Wellington Work Boot 9 Black/Brown

Wolverine

Men's Waterproof Steeltoe Work Boot

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.4 /10

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