Mens Walking Shorts & Swimming Shorts

Men's walking shorts come in several distinct styles, each suited to a different combination of activities, personal style preferences, and practical needs. Understanding the options available helps you find the right shorts for your outdoor adventures and everyday active use.

• Lightweight hiking shorts: Constructed from thin, quick drying, and breathable nylon or polyester fabrics with elastane for stretch, lightweight men's walking shorts are ideal for summer hiking, trail walking, and warm weather adventures.
• Cargo shorts: Featuring multiple side pockets and a practical design, cargo shorts provide ample storage space for essentials such as maps, snacks, and phones during outdoor activities, making them a popular choice for outdoor enthusiasts.
• Water repellent shorts: Treated with a water repellent finish to shed light rain and moisture during variable outdoor conditions, providing practical protection without compromising breathability or comfort.
• Stretch walking shorts: Featuring four way stretch fabrics and a gusseted crotch for unrestricted movement, stretch hiking shorts suit active outdoor pursuits and demanding trail activity where freedom of movement and comfort across long walks and varied terrain are the priority.

Whatever your outdoor activity or personal style preference, our collection of men's walking shorts and men's hiking shorts has every style and construction covered.

Materials and How They Work

Choosing the right fabric construction ensures your walking shorts deliver reliable comfort, practical durability, and moisture wicking performance across every walk and outdoor adventure.

• Nylon and polyester blends: The right shorts for hiking and outdoor activities are typically constructed from lightweight nylon or polyester blends with elastane or spandex for stretch, providing breathability and durability.
• Moisture wicking fabrics: Moisture wicking synthetic fabrics draw sweat away from the skin and dry quickly during sustained outdoor activity, keeping you cool and comfortable during warm weather.
• Water repellent finish: A water repellent coating causes light rain and moisture to bead and roll off, providing practical protection during variable outdoor conditions without compromising the breathability and comfort of the shorts during active use.
• UPF protection fabrics: Fabrics with a UPF 50 and above rating provide reliable UV protection during all-day sun exposure on summer hiking trails and warm weather outdoor adventures, reducing the risk of sun damage during long days in exposed and sunny outdoor environments.

These materials offer durable, breathable, and moisture wicking performance across a wide range of warm weather conditions, terrain types, and outdoor activities.

Knowing which features matter most helps you invest in men's walking shorts that perform reliably and comfortably across every warm weather outing and outdoor adventure. 

• Four way stretch and gusseted crotch: Four way stretch construction and a gusseted crotch allow unrestricted movement and prevent chafing during long walks and demanding activity.
• Secure and practical pockets: At least one zipped or buttoned pocket for secure storage of phones and wallets, combined with cargo side pockets for easy access to maps and snacks, provides practical and convenient storage for essentials.
• Adjustable waistband: An elasticated or integrated adjustable belt keeps men's walking shorts securely in place during active outdoor use, providing a customisable and comfortable fit.

Each of these features contributes to a pair of men's walking shorts that offers reliable comfort, practical storage, and durable performance.

The best men's walking shorts depend on your planned activity, the terrain you expect to cover, and the warm weather conditions you are likely to face throughout the outdoor season. 

• Hiking and trail walking: Lightweight moisture wicking men's walking shorts with four way stretch, a water repellent finish, and secure zipped pockets suit active days on the trail, providing freedom of movement and practical storage.
• Hot weather and summer hiking: Lightweight hiking shorts with quick drying fabrics, UPF 50 and above sun protection, and a breathable construction suit warm weather outdoor adventures and summer hiking on exposed trails, managing moisture and keeping you cool during long days in the sun.
• Travel and everyday outdoor use: Versatile men's walking shorts with a clean and practical design, cargo pockets, and a water repellent finish suit travel, everyday outdoor use, and casual adventures, providing durable and breathable performance.
• Active outdoor pursuits and scrambling: Stretch hiking shorts with a gusseted crotch, four way stretch fabric, and reinforced construction suit demanding outdoor activities.

Nevisport stocks men's walking shorts and men's hiking shorts from Montane, The North Face, Columbia, and Mountain Equipment across all of these categories, so you can find the perfect pair of right shorts for every warm weather outdoor adventure and active lifestyle.