Keen Kids Targhee Waterproof Low Hiking Boots
Keen Youth Targhee Low WP Multisport shoes (2, grey) - On easy walks, young adventurers can wear the Youth Targhee Low WP multisport shoes by Keen! They feature a Keen.Dry membrane that ensures waterproofing and breathability. This offers protection against the elements and lets moisture evaporate quickly to the outside. The functional lining further supports the evaporation of moisture. Plus, it’ll prevent the formation of unpleasant odours. The insole supports the natural position of the arch of the foot and ensures long-lasting comfort. The heel has a durable enclosure for stability. The outsole made of rubber has multidirectional lugs, increasing traction on any terrain. A quick lacing system and pull tabs make them easy to put on and take off. The Targhee shoes are all-rounders for outdoor activities!
Keen Youth Targhee Low WP Multisport shoes (2, grey) - On easy walks, young adventurers can wear the Youth Targhee Low WP multisport shoes by Keen! They feature a Keen.Dry membrane that ensures waterproofing and breathability. This offers protection against the elements and lets moisture evaporate quickly to the outside. The functional lining further supports the evaporation of moisture. Plus, it’ll prevent the formation of unpleasant odours. The insole supports the natural position of the arch of the foot and ensures long-lasting comfort. The heel has a durable enclosure for stability. The outsole made of rubber has multidirectional lugs, increasing traction on any terrain. A quick lacing system and pull tabs make them easy to put on and take off. The Targhee shoes are all-rounders for outdoor activities!
Keen Youth Targhee Low WP Multisport shoes (2, grey) - On easy walks, young adventurers can wear the Youth Targhee Low WP multisport shoes by Keen! They feature a Keen.Dry membrane that ensures waterproofing and breathability. This offers protection against the elements and lets moisture evaporate quickly to the outside. The functional lining further supports the evaporation of moisture. Plus, it’ll prevent the formation of unpleasant odours. The insole supports the natural position of the arch of the foot and ensures long-lasting comfort. The heel has a durable enclosure for stability. The outsole made of rubber has multidirectional lugs, increasing traction on any terrain. A quick lacing system and pull tabs make them easy to put on and take off. The Targhee shoes are all-rounders for outdoor activities!
Keen Youth Targhee Low WP Multisport shoes (2, grey) - On easy walks, young adventurers can wear the Youth Targhee Low WP multisport shoes by Keen! They feature a Keen.Dry membrane that ensures waterproofing and breathability. This offers protection against the elements and lets moisture evaporate quickly to the outside. The functional lining further supports the evaporation of moisture. Plus, it’ll prevent the formation of unpleasant odours. The insole supports the natural position of the arch of the foot and ensures long-lasting comfort. The heel has a durable enclosure for stability. The outsole made of rubber has multidirectional lugs, increasing traction on any terrain. A quick lacing system and pull tabs make them easy to put on and take off. The Targhee shoes are all-rounders for outdoor activities!
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Prices last updated 10 Oct 2026.
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Kids' Targhee Low Waterproof Hiking Shoes
Delivery between 16–19 Oct $29
originally posted on mec.ca
My son (age 8) wore this shoe for about six weeks. In that time, we had to fix the cord four times. The cord comes right off the clasp when the child pulls to tighten it. It is simply bad design; the cord wears off prematurely or the clasp/fastener cannot handle the stretch of the bungee cord. I contacted KEEN customer service - online chat agent gave me a standard 'thanks for sharing your feedback' response; it got escalated and the e-mail agent said we'll consider if you fill out our online warranty form.....I'm too tired to being bounced around. This is a bad product PERIOD. Plus the insole is thin and useless (I bought a separate insole).
originally posted on keenfootwear.com
Fully expected these shoes to hold up given the KEEN name. The adults in our family all wear KEENs so of course we wanted our kids to have great shoes too! Our two kids love these shoes and insist on only wearing them because they are so comfortable. Unfortunately, that leaves us buying shoes that last maybe two months, if we’re lucky. We now have bought more than 10 pairs (I’ve lost count) of these shoes in different colors over the last year and a half and the sole on all of them wears completely down making the shoes dangerous. The inside fabric peels on the heel fast as well. It is so disappointing. KEEN used to be the shoe that lasted forever and was worth the money. Not so much any more. I can’t afford to keep paying for their quality control issues.
originally posted on REI
Tl;dr - the speed laces make these too hard to snug up properly.These fit fine in the store in his midweight wool socks. He was running, climbing up the rock incline, etc. Next day I guess I tightened them too tight and they were squeezing his feet in his cotton socks. Loosened the speed laces multiple times, and by the time they weren't bothering him, they were too loose and his feet were sliding around. At this point I had him take them off. You shouldn't have to fiddle this much to get a boot for hiking snugged up properly; that is just asking for problems on the trail. Plus, the velcro strap is also pretty limited in the adjustability with only the last little bit having the hook/loop closure, not the whole strap. Really limits the holding power, especially ... MoreTl;dr - the speed laces make these too hard to snug up properly.These fit fine in the store in his midweight wool socks. He was running, climbing up the rock incline, etc. Next day I guess I tightened them too tight and they were squeezing his feet in his cotton socks. Loosened the speed laces multiple times, and by the time they weren't bothering him, they were too loose and his feet were sliding around. At this point I had him take them off. You shouldn't have to fiddle this much to get a boot for hiking snugged up properly; that is just asking for problems on the trail. Plus, the velcro strap is also pretty limited in the adjustability with only the last little bit having the hook/loop closure, not the whole strap. Really limits the holding power, especially for those with thick ankles.It's a near hit, hence three stars. They have good traction and seem like they'll handle some serious abuse from running, hiking and climbing. But Keen should seriously consider either making these in lace up or with 2-3 velcro straps for true adjustability in the fit and to ease putting them on. These speed laces, in my opinion, are simply not an optimal way to tighten your shoes.
| Size | Size 1, Size 2, Size 3, Size 4, Size 5, Size 6, Size 7, Size 13, Size 36, Size 38, Size 39 |
| Brand | KEEN |
| Width | Width Medium |
| Department | Boys', Children's |
| Material | Genuine Leather, Mesh, Rubber |
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Kids' Targhee Low Waterproof Hiking Shoes
Delivery between 16–19 Oct $29
My son (age 8) wore this shoe for about six weeks. In that time, we had to fix the cord four times. The cord comes right off the clasp when the child pulls to tighten it. It is simply bad design; the cord wears off prematurely or the clasp/fastener cannot handle the stretch of the bungee cord. I contacted KEEN customer service - online chat agent gave me a standard 'thanks for sharing your feedback' response; it got escalated and the e-mail agent said we'll consider if you fill out our online warranty form.....I'm too tired to being bounced around. This is a bad product PERIOD. Plus the insole is thin and useless (I bought a separate insole).
Fully expected these shoes to hold up given the KEEN name. The adults in our family all wear KEENs so of course we wanted our kids to have great shoes too! Our two kids love these shoes and insist on only wearing them because they are so comfortable. Unfortunately, that leaves us buying shoes that last maybe two months, if we’re lucky. We now have bought more than 10 pairs (I’ve lost count) of these shoes in different colors over the last year and a half and the sole on all of them wears completely down making the shoes dangerous. The inside fabric peels on the heel fast as well. It is so disappointing. KEEN used to be the shoe that lasted forever and was worth the money. Not so much any more. I can’t afford to keep paying for their quality control issues.
Tl;dr - the speed laces make these too hard to snug up properly.These fit fine in the store in his midweight wool socks. He was running, climbing up the rock incline, etc. Next day I guess I tightened them too tight and they were squeezing his feet in his cotton socks. Loosened the speed laces multiple times, and by the time they weren't bothering him, they were too loose and his feet were sliding around. At this point I had him take them off. You shouldn't have to fiddle this much to get a boot for hiking snugged up properly; that is just asking for problems on the trail. Plus, the velcro strap is also pretty limited in the adjustability with only the last little bit having the hook/loop closure, not the whole strap. Really limits the holding power, especially ... MoreTl;dr - the speed laces make these too hard to snug up properly.These fit fine in the store in his midweight wool socks. He was running, climbing up the rock incline, etc. Next day I guess I tightened them too tight and they were squeezing his feet in his cotton socks. Loosened the speed laces multiple times, and by the time they weren't bothering him, they were too loose and his feet were sliding around. At this point I had him take them off. You shouldn't have to fiddle this much to get a boot for hiking snugged up properly; that is just asking for problems on the trail. Plus, the velcro strap is also pretty limited in the adjustability with only the last little bit having the hook/loop closure, not the whole strap. Really limits the holding power, especially for those with thick ankles.It's a near hit, hence three stars. They have good traction and seem like they'll handle some serious abuse from running, hiking and climbing. But Keen should seriously consider either making these in lace up or with 2-3 velcro straps for true adjustability in the fit and to ease putting them on. These speed laces, in my opinion, are simply not an optimal way to tighten your shoes.
I bought all three of my very active boys these shoes (3,5,8) and they have held up fantastically. They are lightweight and comfortable for daily wear, but rugged enough for hiking, camping and Cub Scout adventures. They keep their feet warm and dry through puddle splashing and snow days. I don't have to keep tying laces or worry about them tripping as much thanks to the bungee laces, and they are easy for even my youngest to get his shoes on himself. I originally balked at the price, but the best thing I can say about these shoes is that my kids out grew them instead of destroyed them. They are still in good enough shape to make it through a round of hand-me-downs, which is no easy feat in my household.
Bought these based on assurances from online support that the big kids Targhee was structured similarly to the adults: wide toe box, good arch support being the critical factors. I concur with other reviewers that there is minimal arch support and the whole shoe is extremely narrow. They are also longer than they should be for size, so going larger won't help with the width. even if the length didn't become a problem. It's also less padded on the sole, less sturdy overall, and the tongue is too narrow, making it very easy for the sharp edges inside the laces to cause trouble if the tongue and laces are not positioned and tied exactly right.Since they are being used for short periods where they can take the time to put them on perfectly and aren't under much stress, ... MoreBought these based on assurances from online support that the big kids Targhee was structured similarly to the adults: wide toe box, good arch support being the critical factors. I concur with other reviewers that there is minimal arch support and the whole shoe is extremely narrow. They are also longer than they should be for size, so going larger won't help with the width. even if the length didn't become a problem. It's also less padded on the sole, less sturdy overall, and the tongue is too narrow, making it very easy for the sharp edges inside the laces to cause trouble if the tongue and laces are not positioned and tied exactly right.Since they are being used for short periods where they can take the time to put them on perfectly and aren't under much stress, we decided to keep them,but will not be purchasing again.
Change in design of their shoe: a narrower toe box than it's predecessors from a few years a go. Our child would get blisters around the baby toe. Our older son found them too narrow as well. It's a sad change of what we feel is a great product otherwise. The wide toe or original toe box should be returned because that was why we bought them in the past.The bungee cord system worked for us. Waterproof as well. Size fits smaller by half a size so size up but we think the small fit is due to the toe box design.We've since changed to a different brand of hiking shoes due to the narrow toe box issue and the blisters.
We started with Keens when my son was younger because I had heard they were a great shoe for sensory sensitive kids. I had thrown money away on shoes that he would not wear because they ""hurt"" his feet. The morning shoe battle was a nightmare! Then came along our first pair of Keens. Wow! Total 180! He loves them. Added bonus is they last forever. Laces come apart and sometimes need replacing, but the shoes themselves keep going until he grows out of them. Fortunately Keen sells shoelace replacements. These shoes are worth every penny. We've had Chandler styles which we also love, but these seem even more heavy duty. Thank you, Keen, for giving my son happy feet!!
I'm a female adult with smaller feet. These shoes are really sort of, well, different. They feel more like water shoes or light tennis shoes than their heavier adult counterparts. And in my opinion, there's not much arch support, or support period. I wear a kid's size 6 in Keen water shoes like the Newport. So I got a pair of these in a kid's 6. They are actually a little big. In terms of appearance, they look kind of long and narrow. But I have a wide foot and they fit fine in width. I will not be doing any hiking in these, and I surely would not want my kids hiking in them either.
We just bought these yesterday and went for a hike. My 5 year old son measured a size 10.5 and we bought the 11 after trying them on in the store. A little extra room is good in the toe box as long as it’s generally a snug fit. And my son has a bit of a wide foot for his size, so these worked.I asked him in the store to walk around and do the “test hike.” Then asked if his foot hurt anywhere, if it was tight, if his foot was sliding, if his toes touched the front and he had no issues. So far, so good. Then we hit the nearby trail.We hiked a half mile down and then back up on fairly steep terrerain in paces. And a wet and sometimes muddy and slippery trail.He never complained about any pain but he did praise the grip of his new and first pair of “real hiking ... MoreWe just bought these yesterday and went for a hike. My 5 year old son measured a size 10.5 and we bought the 11 after trying them on in the store. A little extra room is good in the toe box as long as it’s generally a snug fit. And my son has a bit of a wide foot for his size, so these worked.I asked him in the store to walk around and do the “test hike.” Then asked if his foot hurt anywhere, if it was tight, if his foot was sliding, if his toes touched the front and he had no issues. So far, so good. Then we hit the nearby trail.We hiked a half mile down and then back up on fairly steep terrerain in paces. And a wet and sometimes muddy and slippery trail.He never complained about any pain but he did praise the grip of his new and first pair of “real hiking shoes” (instead of his normal shoes). Even I slipped a little in my boots about 3 times but he never did (I weigh a lot more, though... so it’s partly physics).That evening I asked him if his feet hurt at all while we were hiking or afterwards and he said no. He was completely happy with our fun day.Not every shoe works for everybody but if you get a good fit this shoe seems great so far
My son wears these for rugged hikes in the Adirondacks and they have held up very well! The hard rubber toe wrapped high prevents the sole from peeling when snagged on rocks, branches, etc. These were truly meant to play hard and explore hard. We go through water crossings and water has yet to soak through (paired with Darn Tough wool socks.) They required zero breaking in and he has never gotten blisters. This is the only brand he wants to wear for hiking. We have found these true to size, compared to brands such as Adidas, Keen and Crocs. Overall, very well made shoes. Highly recommend!
| Size | Size 1, Size 2, Size 3, Size 4, Size 5, Size 6, Size 7, Size 13, Size 36, Size 38, Size 39 |
| Brand | KEEN |
| Width | Width Medium |
| Department | Boys', Children's |
| Material | Genuine Leather, Mesh, Rubber |
