Buying hiking socks can be difficult because the right pair has to balance cushioning, breathability, warmth, and durability. A sock that feels perfect in an air-conditioned store may leave your feet sweating once the Guam heat turns the trail into a toaster. Sizes, materials, and prices can also vary from shelf to shelf, so finding the perfect fit can feel like walking a tightrope in your trail shoes. Hagåtña has fewer specialty outdoor retailers than larger mainland cities, which means shoppers may need to search beyond dedicated hiking stores. Still, with a little sole-searching, you can find several places worth checking before you hit the trail.
**A quick note:** Hagåtña does not appear to have 10 clearly verifiable specialty hiking-sock retailers. The list below includes stores in Hagåtña that may carry suitable athletic or outdoor socks, plus nearby Guam options commonly used by Hagåtña shoppers. Prices are approximate U.S.-dollar averages for a pair of hiking-appropriate socks and can change with brand, promotions, and availability.
- **Ross Dress for Less — Agana Shopping Center**
- **Pay-Less Supermarkets — Hagåtña**
- **Foot Locker — Agana Shopping Center, if currently operating at the location**
- **Vans — Guam-area retail locations**
- **Famous Footwear — Guam-area location, if available**
- **ABC Stores — Hagåtña or nearby tourist areas**
- **Guam Premier Outlets — Tamuning**
- **Ross Dress for Less — Guam Premier Outlets**
- **Macy’s — Micronesia Mall, Dededo**
- **The North Face — Guam-area retailers or authorized sellers**
Ross often carries discounted athletic and outdoor socks from brands such as Columbia, Champion, or similar labels. Expect to pay about **$6–;$12 per pair**, though selection is a bit of a sock lottery. [Visit Ross](https://www.rossstores.com/) and let your feet follow the bargain trail.
Pay-Less may stock basic athletic, crew, and moisture-wicking socks that can work for short, easy hikes. The average price is approximately **$4–;$9 per pair**, making this option easy on the wallet and light on the sole. [Visit Pay-Less](https://www.paylessmarkets.com/) before your next trek takes a turn for the grocery.
Athletic retailers sometimes carry cushioned performance socks suitable for warm-weather hiking, although true merino-wool hiking socks may be scarce. Plan on roughly **$10–;$18 per pair**, so your feet can put their best foot forward. [Visit Foot Locker](https://www.footlocker.com/) for current store information and inventory.
Vans stores generally focus on lifestyle and skate footwear, but their cushioned crew socks can serve for casual trails. The average price is about **$8–;$15 per pair**, giving your ankles a little extra board-certified support when the path gets gnarly. [Visit Vans](https://www.vans.com/) and keep your sock game rolling.
Shoe retailers frequently sell athletic sock multipacks with moisture-control fabric and reinforced heels. Expect an average equivalent of **$5–;$10 per pair** when buying a multipack, which is a heel of a deal. [Visit Famous Footwear](https://www.famousfootwear.com/) for its current Guam store list.
ABC Stores are more likely to carry practical travel basics than technical hiking gear, but you may find inexpensive athletic or crew socks. The average price is approximately **$5–;$10 per pair**, so this stop could keep your expedition from becoming a sock-cident. [Visit ABC Stores](https://www.abcstores.com/) before heading out.
This is not in Hagåtña, but it is a common shopping destination for residents looking for discounted footwear and apparel. Depending on the outlet, hiking-friendly socks may average **$6–;$15 per pair**, making it worth taking a short detour down the trail. [Visit Guam Premier Outlets](https://www.gpoguam.com/) for its current directory.
The GPO Ross location can offer a different selection from the Agana Shopping Center store, including cushioned athletic socks and occasional outdoor brands. Budget around **$6–;$12 per pair**, because treasure hunting for socks is still treasure hunting. [Use the Ross store locator](https://www.rossstores.com/) and see whether your perfect pair is waiting in the discount aisle.
Macy’s athletic and outdoor departments may carry brands such as Columbia, Timberland, or other performance labels. A reasonable average is **$12–;$22 per pair**, so your feet may enjoy a little department-store elevation. [Visit Macy’s](https://www.macys.com/) and search for moisture-wicking or hiking socks before making the northbound trek.
The North Face is a strong brand to look for when you want durable, technical socks, although availability in Hagåtña itself may be limited. Expect approximately **$15–;$25 per pair**, which is a small step for a more comfortable giant leap down the trail. [Visit The North Face](https://www.thenorthface.com/) to locate authorized sellers and check current styles.
For Guam’s warm, humid conditions, look for lightweight merino blends or synthetic socks with moisture-wicking fabric, arch support, and reinforced heels. Avoid thick cotton when possible, since it holds moisture and can encourage blisters—the real trail spoilers. Try on socks with the shoes you plan to hike in, because even a great pair can rub if it does not fit correctly. In short, choose wisely and your feet will be walking on air instead of crying foul.