The North Face Horizon Utility Pant - Women's

I am a biologist that works outside every day. These pants have been great for work and put up with lots of abuse. They are abrasion resistant and very thin which is great in the Texas heat. My co-workers that wear cotton pants always sweat a ton more than me. They also dry very quickly. Oh, and the best part is that they look cute too! I don't really consider myself tall at 5 foot 6 and a half, but I do need a long. I have found that all North Face nylon pants shorten with washings, so even if they look a little long when new, they will fit better later if you go with the long.

These were my go-to pants this summer for my hiking and camping trips. Being nylon, they don't stretch and sag, so they're always ready to go for round 2.

Funny, unlike another reviewer, my 4R pants were way too long and I am also 5' 4". I love them though, lightweight, VERY comfy. At 5' 4" 118 lbs. my 4R fit perfectly except for length. I will order 4S next time so I won't need to have them hemmed. It would be nice if they were water resistant...but hard to have everything. You'll love 'em!

I bought these for an upcoming trip where I will be doing a considerable amount of hiking. These pants are very comfortable. I chose my size based exclusively on my measurements and The North Face size chart and the pants fit perfectly. Because I'm 5'4" I was a little worried that the "regular" length would be too long, but it is just right.
The material is really lightweight and, at least with the slate gray color, a little transparent. I won't be wearing any brightly colored or patterned underpants with these, not unless I feel like showing off my knickers. ;)
There are two buttons on each pant leg to hold up the cuffs when rolled up, and they work. Unlike some pants that only put a button on one side of each leg, these genuinely convert the pants into capris. The drawcord at the waist seems more for style than functionality, as it doesn't truly replace a belt, it loosens up with time.

I would buy every color if I could afford it! These pants fit very well, are comfy, and casual. I'm 5'4" and originally ordered the 4R, ended up returning them for a 4S (once I could find them!). The 4S are perfect. My husband loves the cut all-around, and I like that they compliment my figure w/out losing the flexibility for hiking/etc. Lightweight, wrinkles fall out, and great for super active days, or lounging. Can't wait to get more than one pair!

These are really comfortable pants that look pretty good on.
I haven't been lucky with the sizing - I fall right in between 8 and 10. I usually go with 10 just so I know they'll be a little loose, but I really could've gotten an 8 this time...
I'd give these pants 5 stars except for an unfortunate experience I had last summer with a previous pair. I sat on the tailgate of my truck to eat lunch during a road trip. Later that day I noticed some weird "gathers" on the back of my pants... Short version is that the (moderate) heat of the edge of the tailgate (which had been in the sun) melted the nylon enough that it started to shrink (hence the "gathers"). It's not so bad that I stopped wearing the pants, but it definitely looks a little weird.
So, beware any heat source.

These pants are very lightweight. Great for hot days when you don't want to bake in the sun or scratch-up your legs. Normally hiking pants are too short for me. I ordered the regular length and they are perfect. I originally ordered the long but they were very, very long. They are baggy through the leg but they make my butt look cute! (Incase the bears are checking me out)

I wear these hiking, i wear these to work, they are great weekend pants! The pants are extremely durable; they didn't snag on branches or on thorn bushes and kept my legs protected during my hikes. Also they pair up well with my north face thermals in cooler temps.

I can't believe I didn't buy these pants sooner! They are super lightweight and absolutely perfect for warm-weather backpacking when the heat and humidity are just about ready to kill you, yet you still need to keep your legs covered. Yes, I am speaking from personal experience. :) Because they're quick-drying, don't hesitate to rinse them out at night because they'll be dry and waiting for you in the morning. They do wrinkle a bit, but who really cares about wrinkles if you're in the middle of a forest? The pants have a more modern cut and are not high-waisted at all. I am 5'10" with a 33" inseam and the longs were perfect for me. When rolled into capris, having a button on both sides of each pant leg really helps them stay rolled. Overall, you can't go wrong with these pants and I plan on ordering more of them!

I've never gone hiking before, but my boyfriend is an avid outdoorsman so we planned to do some hiking on vacation at Lassen Volcanic National Park this past week. I bought these pants because they were highly reviewed, and I was not disappointed! They are comfy, lightweight, and I love that the waist is more relaxed and low-rise. Plenty of pockets and the option to roll up is great. My only complaint is that even though TNF makes these in multiple lengths, I couldn't find anywhere that actually carried anything but the regular length! I'm a bit under 5'4" so I had to spend a little extra to get them hemmed before our trip, but I still think these were worth the money - I may buy another pair in a different color! (c:

Awesome! I never knew there were comfortable pants to wear during hot, summer hikes. I've been wearing cotton and sweating too much. It was drilled into my head that cotton was the fabric of choice for heat. Natural is better, etc. I was so very wrong. Just a word of caution especially for wider hipped gals: Order a size or two up for comfort as well as style.

have a 6 reg and they fit almost perfectly (i'm 5'6", 125lb). they're slightly baggy, but i wouldn't want them too much tighter or they'd be a little restricting. they look cute when rolled down. the waist isn't too high which is one of my major requirements. sits just above the hips.i like that they can roll up into capris but not sure i love the look when they're rolled up. oh well. they're good hikers; super light and comfortable and that's what matters most!

These pants are awesome- great fit! light weight and flattering- wear them to work and for play- I am 5'6" and the longs are actually perfect for me!

Just bought these for our trip to Costa Rica. We were going to be doing some fast moving around (short trip- lots of ground to cover). We were also there during the rainy season, and you really can't predict the downpours. I loved that they rolled up, although they are light weight so I really didn't need to use that feature much. They have a very flattering fit (which matters if you plan to take lots of photos) and they were so durable! I wore them the majority of the trip and they never looked as though they were dirty- best thing I packed, hands down. Unbelievably quick-drying, whether from rain or sweat! I'm 5'4" and the petite pants were the exact length I needed.

I have yet to try them in Taiwan (that's what I bought them for), but they are very comfortable. But the most impressive part was I received them in 14 hours of placing my order. Over the holidays, that was impressive.

These have a nice,easy,comfy fit. They are great for moving/running/lounging around in. The fabric is lightweight and breathable. I bought them for an upcoming camping trip and am confident they will work out just fine. I was pleased to find them in a short length. They are a little baggy in the rear but overall, I am happy with them.

These pants are the most comfortable and flattering nylon ones that I've tried. I normally wear a size 4 or 6, and needed an 8 in these. I weigh between 120 and 125 and an 5'4. My inseam is 30-31, and the length is great with tennis shoes. They are very thin, which is nice, but these are not for very cold weather.

i have been looking for hiking pants that didn't come up to my boobs practically and that actually fit well and looked good and did their job. Well I found them! These are lower than the average trek pants and are lightweight and breathable. I wore these in the Andes in Peru and in the Amazon Jungle. Love these pants so much that I bought another pair!

the sizing abnormalities/inconsistencies i think are called Made In China, where the labor is cheap and production is quick. northface or otherwise, every garment company i have ever purchased from that operates in china has had sizing discrepancies. be prepared to exchange.

Loved the fabric and quality. The cut was not good for me-it was too slim.

Perfect ultra lightweight pants that look equally good hiking or around town. Super comfortable and very flattering fit. I got 2 Long and it was perfect for me. Would buy another color in near future.

Used it on my road trip from DC to Cali and it was the most durable pants I've bought! I wash them in the sink and hang them in the bathroom at night-- to my amazement, its quickly dry by morning. Anyway, I'm about to bring these pants on a few rugged trails with me to Iraq. I trust North Face and Columbia gear will get me through the year! If not, i'll make sure to write a second review!

I read the reviews of these pants, but not one of them mentioned that the sizes are too small. Also the material was thin, so if you live in a cold climate than I would not recommend these.

These are very cute and stylish considering they are utility pants for hiking. Very comfortable & I would highly recommend them. Sometimes I wear a size 4 or 6. I went with 6 and they fit perfectly. They can shrink a bit if you dry them but not much.

I have 3 pairs of Horizon Utility Pants. Love the quality. Fabric is light weight, comfortable, breathable and strong. Good style. Great for hiking and everyday wear. But I am a bit confused with sizing. Usually I wear size 6 short length. Last year I bought Anchorage Green (discontinued color) in 8 short, it shrink significantly after wash and tumble dry. I exchanged it for 10 short, and it shrink again after wash, but fit is perfect just like i expected. So this year I bought size 10 short in Dune Beige and Pumice Grey. It turns out color Pumice Grey fits great (of course after wash and dry) and Dune Beige is way too big, so I exchanged it for a smaller size.
So, it really confuses me, same pant same style but different in sizing. Still I would recommend it to everyone. It fits one finger below belly button, relaxed fit. I can definitely wear it everyday.

Got the Pumice Grey in 8 Short and LOVE THEM! I'm 5'5", 27" waist, 29" inseam, and 37.5" hips - these fit perfect. Great length- and I let the waist band ride at the top of my hip bones a few inches below the navel. Fabric is comfy and dries really fast. Lightweight, cute, and durable.

i wanted to like these pants, particularly because they come in tall sizes (i find these kind of pants are usually cut wayyyy too short)--but couldn't get over the back pockets. they're box pleated, i guess to provided space for things you may put back there, but the effect really just makes your bum look a little bubbly! at first i thought it was because i had a size too small, but i exchanged for a size larger--which was too big--and the not-so-flattering back pocket issue remained.

Pants fit great and a super comfortable. Great for hiking or climbing. They do wrinkle like hell though!

These pants fit great, but the best part is that I wandered into a bunch of bramble bushes when searching for fire wood and these pants spared me from getting scratched. The pants are very lightweight but definitely rugged.

I just ordered two more pairs, the price is a little steep, but they look good, and have a lightweight fabric that was far better and more comfy than the Columbia and Blurr brands I also ordered. I returned those and went with the lightest, softest option: North Face.

Lightweight and very comfortable. 5'6", s14 and the length is perfect. Exactly what I was looking for.

Excellent pant for traveling, hiking or everyday use. Casual, fits great. Got the petite size and the material used is so light! I was very happy with this purchase.

I bought these pants and just love how they fit and the ease of movement. I have a hard time finding a waist size that fits well, so the adjustable tie waist is great. They are lightweight for hot days, yet the material is durable and provide protection when hiking or fishing. Wish I would have found these years ago. You can be sure they will be packed on our trip to Alaska!

These pants fit great. They are the perfect length for those around 5"2. Really light weight material and very easy to roll up into long shorts.

Great pants. Love the drawstring waist, pockets and details. They dry in a flash. Also love the button up leg if you want to wade in the water. At 5'7" and 135 lbs. I need the long length in a size 10.

I love these pants. I felt like they were true to size and fit comfotably. I am 5'6" and 140 lbs. I bought the 10R and they are perfect. They are comfortable, light weight and I have worn them in the great outdoors many times already. I found that they get static and cling when jumping in and out of a vehicle and will produce a good shock, but it doesn't bother me. They are great for cool nights that require pants, but not something heavy. I have worn them around the camp fire, but I am sure if you got a stray spark it would create a hole. They are great for hiking when it is warm, but need the protection from bushes and branches. They are awesome pants! I love them!

i was looking for pants that weren't conversion pants and were capris specifically. I saw good reviews for this product so i went on it. Those reviews only stated that sizing was funny so to be aware of that when buying. that left me confused and i wasn't sure what to do....i ended up going with a normal size-not bigger, and they were perfect. very comfy and light. i only used them for a two day hike, but i'm going on a week vacation next week so i'm excited. I would highly recommend them.

These are the best pants! They are nice and cool, while protecting your legs. I love that they roll up to capris! They are just awesome. I want another pair!

These pants are one of the best pairs of pants I have, for spring/fall hiking or just cruising the town. They're very comfortable, lightweight and since they offer it in petite sizes, they fit perfectly!

Best hiking pants I ever owned. Super light and feel true to their size. They are adaptable and very flexible. They dry very fast. I would recommend them to anyobdy out there looking for maximum comfort.

The dune beige colored pants feel one size smaller than what you would expect from the North Face. I have a dune beige 6S and a pumice grey 4S, both fit me just fine. All in all, very comfy pants, cool-looking as well. Easy to wash and dry fast.

First time customer. I wanted to modify my order after placing it. The sales rep was fantastic. Free shipping to California arrived 3 days later. Very satisfied!

The one pair of pants that fits my body perfectly. Very comfortable, quick-drying light fabric, loose legs - fantastic for hiking and everyday wear.

These pants are awesome. I initially bought one pair of the Horizon pants and a couple other North Face pants for a trip to Thailand...I ended up returning the other 2 and getting all three colors in the Horizon pant. Great for anyone who needs a longer length pant!

I ordered these in a size 8 short, which is what I would normally order in any online shop. They were SMALL. I just reordered in a 10 short. I did love the look and feel. They are lightweight and wouldn't recommend for colder climates.

I hated the way these pants fit. They were a bit small. I usually wear North Face size 8 and this size 8 was really uncomfortable. I choose comfort over style and these were not my favorite pants. I returned them. If I ordered size 10, they might have been better.

Bought these for the wife to hike in. She loves them. Nice, non-abrasive materials, breathes well, and light, yet durable. They fit well too... no flat horse butt here. I will likely buy another pair soon.

Bought a pair for the wife... she loves them. I will buy another soon. They are light yet tough. Comfy and breathable. Convertible to shorts without the crappy zipper thing on other convertibles. They fit nicely on her butt and hips as a bonus. 5 stars.

The only flattering hiking/travel pants I've ever been able to find. These are roomy and allow for movement without being overly baggy and fits even a petite woman like myself very well! I took it traveling to a very hot place and they were perfect.