Women's Waterproof Hiking Jackets

Explore Women's Waterproof Hiking Jacket

A women's waterproof hiking jacket should protect without weighing you down or restricting movement. We make ours from GORE-TEX with taped seams, cut on women's-specific patterns so the shoulders, sleeves and hem follow your stride rather than fight your pack.

Women's Waterproof Hiking Jackets Designed for Movement

Fit is where a waterproof hiking jacket wins or loses on the trail. Shoulders and sleeves need room to reach and lift without hauling the hem up, and the body needs space for a mid layer. Browse our women's shell jacket range to see the cuts side by side, from slim and light to roomier and longer. A women's hiking jacket covers the dry days, and women's waterproof hiking pants finish the set.

Best Women's Waterproof Hiking Jacket: What to Look For

When choosing a women's waterproof hiking jacket, look for practical storage and enough coverage for changing conditions on the trail. The Liatris GORE-TEX mountain shell offers plenty of storage for essentials such as your phone, map and snacks, keeping them accessible under a pack belt. For extra coverage over your hips and upper legs, the thigh-length Beta Coat is a GORE-TEX hardshell that offers more protection from the rain. Pair either jacket with women's hiking shoes to help keep your feet dry on wet trails.

Rain-Ready Features in Our Women's Waterproof Hiking Jacket

The best women's waterproof hiking jacket should offer more than waterproof protection alone. An adjustable hood helps shield your face from the rain, while adjustable cuffs help prevent water from entering at the wrists. A longer hem also provides extra coverage on the trail, particularly when you're carrying a pack. Explore our women's GORE-TEX jackets and women's waterproof jackets to compare styles and find the right features for your hikes.

Women's Waterproof Hiking Jacket FAQs

Which women's waterproof hiking jacket is lightest to carry?

The Beta SL is our lightweight GORE-TEX ePE shell for women, and the Norvan is an ultralight, breathable shell built for fast mountain days. Either packs small enough to live in your pack until the first drops.

How do I choose the best women's waterproof hiking jacket?

Start with the conditions you hike in, then match membrane, hood and fit to them. Heavy, sustained rain calls for a GORE-TEX hardshell with a big hood, while a lighter shell is enough for showers. Always try it on with a mid layer and a pack.

Should I choose a longer rain coat or a short waterproof jacket?

A short jacket packs smaller and sits clear of a hip belt, which suits most day hikes. A longer coat gives extra cover over the hips and thighs and suits cold, wet or exposed conditions. Pair either with waterproof pants for the sustained downpour.

What should I wear under a women's waterproof hiking jacket?

A wicking base layer against the skin and a light mid layer if it is cold. Avoid cotton, which soaks up sweat and stays wet, and keep the layers thin enough that the jacket does not feel tight across the shoulders.