Are ankle boots better for hiking?

Yes, ankle boots are better for hiking. They provide more protection for your ankles and can help prevent ankle sprains.

When you're wearing hiking boots with spikes, you have more protection from slipping on rocks or other obstacles. It's also easier to climb over small rocks or logs if you're wearing hiking boots that have spikes.

If you plan to hike in muddy conditions, ankle boots will be more comfortable than high top shoes because they have more room inside than regular shoes do. They also dry out faster after getting wet than regular shoes do because they are made of a waterproof material instead of suede or leather.