The North Face Just Mic Dropped the Sleekest, Most Capable Aprés Hike Mules Maybe Ever

Hiking boots (and shoes) are unbeatable for outdoor exploration. However, they make terrible casual campground footwear, as their laces and unweildy bulkiness don’t translate well to relaxation.

As such, it’s recommended that you keep something simpler and more comfortable at your campsite to help you wind down and chill out after a long day on the trails.

Coincidentally, one of outdoor gear’s biggest, most recognizable names just dropped the perfect thing. The North Face’s Base Camp Waterproof Mules are the ideal blend of comfort, convenience and capability.

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Slip into something more comfortable

The most important thing about aprés hike footwear is comfort. If you don’t have comfort, you might just have hiking boots all over again, and then, why bother at all?

Luckily, the Base Camp Waterproof Mules have that nailed down. The upper is made from soft and lightweight EVA foam and boasts the brand’s Thermoball insulation.

Not only does that make them light and cozy, even in colder conditions, but it makes them durable and long-lasting, too.

Pair that with their convenient heel tabs for easy slipping on and their puffy, elastic collar, and you’ve got yourself some seriously comfy campground footwear.

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Casual, but capable

While comfort should be your chief concern, you also need some capability. These aren’t house slippers, after all. Campsites can be tricky to maneuver, especially in the dark and in inclement weather.

As mentioned, the upper is waterproof and insulated. That should protect your feet from the elements well enough. But the underside of your camp slippers is also important.

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The North Face has equipped these mules with a chunky Vibram outsole to match the highly capable, durable upper. That gives wearers a little extra height above the potentially soggy earth and also makes navigating uneven terrain a much simpler prospect.

These mules (more like slip-ons, but who’s counting?) are so well-equipped, you could even wear them on more casual strolls and even lighter hikes.

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Now available

The North Face Base Camp Waterproof Mules are currently up for sale on the brand’s site for $130 a pair. However, they’re already starting to sell out in some sizes, so you’ll want to snag yours soon.

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The North Face Base Camp Waterproof Mules

• $130 at The North Face

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