The global Trail Running Shoes market size was estimated at USD 8.2 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 12.1 billion in 2030 at a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period 2024-2030.
Increasing participation in trail running is anticipated to drive the demand for shoes over the forecast period. Growing female participation is also driving the demand for trail shoes. From 2016 to 2021, female participation in running increased from 20% to 37%. According to the American Trail Running Association, the majority of trail runners are in the age group 40 to 59 years, accounting for 53% of all the participants, while the age group of 20 to 39 years accounted for 36% of the participants in 2020. Also, as per the Physical Activity Council, the participation rate in outdoor activities increased from 53.9% in 2013 to 59.2% in 2018. Increasing demand for trail running shoes among participants to maintain safety and reduce the chances of injuries and fatigue is expected to drive the market in the near future.