We tested the leading fishing waders , including options from Patagonia, Simms, and Orvis, to find the best of 2025.

The boots have a thin, quick-drying liner and the same sole as the Chene waders, which gives good traction in the muck without clogging. They go on and off instantly, thanks to their YKK zippers.

With a high-traction sole and comfortable lining, these boots are a reliable favorite of gardeners everywhere. “I’m a huge fan of Muck Boots,” says ecologist and botanist Becky Searle ...