Bottom line: Wear what’s comfortable for you. Most hikers wear trail running shoes in the summer.
Let’s talk about shoes vs boots, YakTrax micro spikes, and all bare our soles about sandals.
Trail runners are versatile so they work well all the way, from Colchuck Lake to Snow Lakes. Water crossing shoes are your choice. (Bring a little towel.)
What about sandals? The Core is largely hikeable in sturdy sandals, Chacos or Tevas, if that’s your thing.
Do you need boots? Before the snow cover has melted off the trail, stiff waterproof boots are nice.
Speaking of snow, micro spikes are advisable in the spring, until the snow has mostly disappeared from the route.
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