THE NORTH FACE Women's Altamesa 500 Trail Running Shoe | Highly Cushioned, Roomy Toe Box & Durable Toe Cap

Built for speed, stability, and lasting comfort, The North Face trail running shoes are ready for whatever comes your way, whether you're navigating technical terrain or stepping off-road for the first time. Lightweight, breathable uppers and seamless overlays help reduce fatigue and keep your stride fluid from the first mile to the last. Designed with runners of all levels in mind, our trail running shoes have features like responsive DREAM foam for plush yet powerful cushioning, rock plates for added protection, Surface Control rubber outsoles for confident traction across all terrain, and hybrid-ready soles that make transitions across asphalt and dirt feel seamless whether you're chasing a podium or a personal best. We're runners too, and we believe performance starts with purpose—that's why we're committed to crafting a significant portion of our products with environmentally responsible practices. Because tomorrow's trails deserve to be protected. With a range of models engineered to balance rebound, grip, and support, you can count on The North Face trail runners not just to keep pace—but to lead the way. Never Stop Exploring.

• TOUGH-TERRAIN RUNNER: Designed with the TNF athlete team, the Women's Altamesa 500 is a highly cushioned, stable trail runner built for everything from gravel paths to rugged mountain terrain — awarded 2025 Gear of the Year by Runner's World.
• SOFT & RESPONSIVE: These hiking shoes feature ultralight DREAM nitrogen-EVA midsole foam to deliver plush, high-rebound cushioning with a 6 mm offset and 30 mm of support at the heel, giving you a smooth, energized ride that's ready to go the distance.
• LOCKED-IN COMFORT: A padded tongue with internal wings adds secure midfoot support, while a plush collar & heel cup and a ghillie lacing system deliver heel lockdown and all-around comfort. A wider toe box provides extra room for your big and pinky toes.
• LIGHTWEIGHT FEEL: With a seamless, lofted engineered-mesh upper made with 62% recycled material, plus gear-inspired pull-tab webbing at the heel for ease of entry, the Altamesa 500 offers a breathable, airy fit for high-performance comfort.
• TRAIL-READY STABILITY: Made to go the distance, these shoes boast a dynamic forefoot stability zone, reinforced heel counter, protective toe cap, and a grippy SURFACE CTRL rubber outsole with 4 mm lugs for confident footing and support, mile after mile.