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Women's Merino Wool Hiking Sock - Medium Cushion

Women's Merino Wool Hiking Sock - Medium Cushion

Regular price $ 24.99 USD
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CrewMedium cushionBest for backpacking, boots and cooler days

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Women's Merino Wool Hiking Sock 3-Pack - Medium Cushion Save with the 3-pack 3 pairs for $ 59.99, save $ 14.98. One pair to wear, one drying, one in reserve.

Women's Merino Wool Hiking Sock - Medium Cushion Crew

Women’s merino wool crew hiking socks with medium cushioning for long trail days and backpacking. Choose this style when you prefer more warmth and padding than our light-cushion hiking sock

Cloudline's merino wool is naturally moisture-wicking, temperature-regulating, and odor-resistant, keeping your feet comfortable from the first mile to the last. The medium cushion delivers generous impact absorption for long days on demanding terrain, while the crew height provides ideal coverage on brushy, dense trails. A precision fit means less rubbing and slipping, which helps prevent blisters adventure after adventure.

Your feet work hard to take you on life's most beautiful adventures, so treat them well with a women's merino wool hiking sock you can count on. Perfect for hiking, backpacking, thru-hiking, and everyday outdoor activity.

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SOCK FEATURES


▪︎ Ethically-sourced merino wool wicks sweat away from your feet, and this soft, moisture-wicking material helps prevent blisters.


▪︎ Wear these socks on the trail and on the town without worrying about less-than-fresh smelling feet. Our merino wool socks are naturally antimicrobial for long-lasting odor resistance.


▪︎ A reinforced heel and toe add comfort and durability, so your socks hold up day after day, hike after hike.


▪︎ Medium cushioning and premium merino wool keep your feet happy and help regulate temperature, making these socks perfect for just about any weather.


▪︎ The classic crew style hugs your calf for a reliable, no-slouch fit. Choose from a range of vibrant colors to spice up your hiking kit.


▪︎ These socks are proudly trail-tested in our backyard, the rugged and wild Pacific Northwest.

SOCK DETAILS


▪︎ American Made from Quality Materials: The perfect blend of 63% ultra soft merino wool, 33% nylon, and 4% spandex for lasting comfort and reliability.


▪︎ Medium Cushion: Designed with standard cushioning throughout the entire sock for balanced comfort, warmth, and performance.


▪︎ Crew Height: Our most popular height rises to mid-calf and stays up all day.


▪︎ Easy Care: Always wash inside out to prevent pilling. Machine wash cold to warm and tumble dry on low to warm heat. Do not bleach. Can also be hand washed and line dried on the trail.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Turn inside out and machine wash cold or warm with like colors. Skip bleach and fabric softener. Tumble dry low to warm or line dry, and never iron. Read the full care guide

LIFETIME GUARANTEE

Every Cloudline sock is covered for life, with no time limit. If you wear out a pair, our team will send you a code for a free replacement. You just pay shipping, or it's free on orders over $75. How the guarantee works

Frequently Asked Questions

What size should I get?

Women's sizes follow your US shoe size: Small fits 4 to 6.5, Medium fits 7 to 9.5, Large fits 10 to 12.5, and X-Large fits 13 to 15. If you're between sizes, size down, since the merino and spandex blend stretches for a snug fit. If you have wide or high-volume feet, size up. See the full size guide.

Are medium cushion socks too warm for summer?

Medium cushion is our warmest hiking sock, padded throughout the whole sock. It's best for long days, heavier packs, stiffer boots and cool or cold weather. For hot, exposed trails, our Light Cushion or Ultralight hiking socks keep feet cooler. Our cushion guide explains the difference.

Will they shrink in the wash?

Every Cloudline sock is washed and preshrunk before it's packaged, so the fit stays consistent. High dryer heat can still shrink wool over many washes, so tumble dry on low to warm heat or line dry.

How should I wash them?

Turn them inside out, machine wash cold or warm with like colors, and tumble dry on low to warm heat. Skip bleach and fabric softener, because softener can reduce wicking. On the trail they hand wash and air dry quickly. Full tips are in our washing guide.

What does the lifetime guarantee cover?

If your socks ever get a hole, or your dog eats your favorite pair, send us the guarantee form with your order number, or the name and email you ordered with. Our in-house team will replace them.

How do these compare to Darn Tough and Smartwool?

All three are excellent merino hiking socks. This one is 63% merino, 33% nylon and 4% spandex. It's knit in Fort Payne, Alabama and backed by a lifetime guarantee, at $24.99 a pair or $59.99 for a 3-pack ($20 a pair). See our side-by-side comparison.

Why isn't the merino percentage 80% if the yarn is 80% merino?

Every Cloudline sock is knit from the same yarn: 80% RWS certified merino wool and 20% nylon. The nylon makes the yarn much more durable, since 100% merino wears through quickly. The fiber content on each sock also counts the nylon reinforcement and the spandex that keeps the fit snug. That's why the merino percentage changes a little from style to style.

Compare hiking sock cushion levels

Every pair is knit in Fort Payne, Alabama from the same yarn: 80% RWS certified merino and 20% nylon for durability. Fiber content shifts with the cushion, reinforcement and stretch, so pick the padding that fits your shoes and season.

Ultralight

Cushion
No cushion, our thinnest knit
Warmth
Coolest
Best for
Hot summer trails and trail runners
Fiber content
59% merino, 34% nylon, 7% spandex

$ 22.99 a pair

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Light Cushion

Cushion
Padding underfoot, thin breathable upper
Warmth
Balanced
Best for
Day hikes and light hikers, spring to fall
Fiber content
63% merino, 31% nylon, 6% spandex

$ 23.99 a pair

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Medium Cushion

Cushion
Padded throughout the whole sock
Warmth
Warmest
Best for
Long days, heavy packs, boots and cold weather
Fiber content
63% merino, 33% nylon, 4% spandex

$ 24.99 a pair

Still deciding? Read our cushion guide.

The Cloudline Lifetime Guarantee

Wear a hole in them. We'll replace them. For life.

No time limit. Holes, worn-out heels and toes, even the pair the dog got to. It covers every Cloudline sock.

How the guarantee works
  1. 1Wear them hardHike, run, work and travel in them.
  2. 2Send us a quick messageYour order number, or the name and email you ordered with.
  3. 3Get your replacement codeThe replacement pair is free. Pay shipping, or add a few pairs and ship free over $75.
Sock knitting machines at the mill in Fort Payne, Alabama, where Cloudline socks are knit
Made in the USA

Knit in the Sock Capital of the World

Every Cloudline sock is knit in Fort Payne, Alabama, the town that earned the name Sock Capital of the World. We design and trail test them in Seattle, where coastal trails, rainforest and glacier peaks are all a day trip away.

Responsible merinoRWS certified wool from audited farms that care for their sheep and their land. No mulesing.
Carbon-neutral shippingWe offset the shipping emissions of every order with carbon removal through Shopify Planet, at no cost to you.
Compostable mailersYour socks arrive in a home compostable mailer, so the packaging can go in your backyard compost instead of the landfill.

Why merino wool socks?

Cool in heat, warm in cold

Merino adapts to your effort and the weather, so one sock works from desert miles to winter trails.

Dry feet, fewer blisters

It wicks sweat away from skin, which is why it works for sweaty feet and long days in boots.

Naturally odor resistant

No chemicals or metals added. Kick your shoes off at the end of the day with confidence.

Soft, not itchy

Fine-gauge merino yarn feels nothing like the scratchy wool socks you remember.

Best-selling women's merino wool socks

The pairs our customers reorder most.

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Michael A.
Little bit of heaven

Everyday I can’t wait to put these on

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Stacey C.
Love my new hiking socks!

I was looking for a hiking sock that had some cushion and did not slip down in my new hiking shoes. TBH, I was a little concerned when the socks arrived - I thought that the medium cushion would be too thick, and too hot. I was wrong! The cushion was just right - my foot didn't hurt at all, and I never once thought that my feet were hot! Looking forwarding to hiking more AND getting another pair! Thanks Cloud Line!

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gary s.
for my wife

my wife loves these. . . but she isnt picky about fitting. time will tell about quality and warranty. . .

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Andrea R.
Hiking sock, medium cushion

Sock is thicker than I thought, but very cushy and soft. Stays in place on your leg.

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Thomas H.
Marvelous item!

I take care of my 94-year-old mom (well, we care for each other!). Every day, rain or shine, we walk out 10000 steps, land on the cold days of fall and winter here in VA mom wears her beloved Cloudline socks in complete comfort! Highly recommended!

Thanks and blessings, Cloudline, for your excellent product, selection, and guarantee! May 2025 be a super prosperous year for y'all!

Tommy H.
Winchester VA USA

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AnnaLee C.
Lived up to (high) expectations!

Lived up to (high) expectations!

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Em H.
Great socks. My fave.

These are comfortable, with just enough cushion for my wimpy feet, but not squishy. They don’t move around or fall down and they’re not restricting on my calves. The thickness is comfortable and fits in all my shoes, neither too thick nor too thin. They are not scratchy, and so far they haven’t shrunk in the dryer. I wish they sold a three-pack with a variety of colors (or even three the same, not only grey).

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Cassandra H.
Sock it to me

I’m a hiker but wear these routinely as they fit true to size. have natural wicking and cooling of feet regardless of shoes and wash/dry in machine! They are so comfortable due to natural cushioning

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Alison H.
So comfy

I had a couple pairs of the ski socks and decided to try the crew sock. It is wonderfully cushy! It’s definitely got more cushion than my Smartwool socks. Looking forward to hiking adventures in these.

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Kathy J.
Comfortable and high quality hiking sock

This sock fits well and provides a comfortable cushion.

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Kathleen P.
Wear like iron

I have 4 1/2 pair of ladies midweight socks. One sock was left in a clothes in Taos a few years back. They really do live up to the guarantee. They’re comfortable too.

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nick c.
Best sock out there!

This is the only style/brand I wear in my hiking boots for the last 2 years. Durable, don’t stink, and super comfortable! Do your self a favor and get a pair, or 5!

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Jay W.
Great Socks

Great product. They keep your feet cushioned and dry all day. Wash well and don’t shrink, stretch, or pill.

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Kevin S.
Most cozy, yet functional sock

Most cozy, yet functional sock ever! It’s warm when you need it and cool when you need to wick sweat away my wife son and I love our socks!

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Kent G.
Nice sock

Haven’t had a chance to wear yet. It’s summer! But looking forward to fall. The construction is really nice and softer and lighter than my smartwools, but doesn’t take away from the sturdiness

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Marcia M.
A wonderful company with a great product and animal ethics!

Definitely a well padded substantial comfortable hiking sock. A great local PNW company with a wonderful return policy and an ethical attitude toward animal sourced products. Certainly great competition for other companies' hiking socks.

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Tom M.
My wife lives in them!

My wife lives in them! She wears them 2-3x a week on 3-5 mile hikes, and they are super comfortable

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Graham S.
Great socks

I got these for my daughter's. I like having color options. Plus it is nice to get some quality socks on them! Thank you for making a great product in the USA.

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melissa h.
Great!

Love these! Warm and comfortable!

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Theresa K.
Socks stocking stuffer—like a nesting doll!!

I love a Cloud Line socks myself so am sharing with family members for the new year!

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Barbara M.
Perfect in every way

These socks are everything I was hoping for! Perfect cushion and perfect fit for my winter hikes.

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helen b.
comfy and warm

warm; the leg reach is higher than i expected but ok

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Shannon K.
A classic and my favorite!

Great for boots of all shapes. I wear Xtratufs a lot and these are my favorite socks to wear with them!

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sara o.
These socks are my new fav!!

Love these socks and how form fitting they are! Never get stretched out and floppy!!

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Jennifer P.
Awesome socks and shirts! Highly

Awesome socks and shirts! Highly recommend!!

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Laura S.
Happy Feet

Very comfortable, well sized, and also love the splash of color. Who says hiking socks need to be boring?

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Elisa B.
Love the merino shirt and

Love the merino shirt and socks. The shirt is a high quality merino that is soft, breathes and fits well. The socks are durable, soft, and just the right amount of cushion.

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Carrie H.
Great quality and love the color

Great quality and love the color of these socks. They are a bit thicker than I normally wear but work great for my hiking boots and have kept my toes warm.

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Brewster L.
Best sock EVER!

Take care of your feet and the rest of you will be happier. Cloudline socks are da best. And...made in America! What’s not to like?

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Tracey G.
Nice padding

Wonderful padding on the foot bottoms! I have old feet and they appreciate these socks.
Excellent customer service too!

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David P.
Always a great choice

I’m a repeat customer looking for excuses to order more of these awesome socks. I like them so much I started buying them for friends :)

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Grace H.
Very happy with the socks

Very happy with the socks I ordered !! Very comfortable and keeps my feet warm !!