Marmot Women's Arch Rock UPF 50 Pants (Fall 2025) in Arctic Navy

Pants

$43as of Sep 30, 2026. Check the current price at Marmot

The verdict

A reasonable budget buy for casual hikers who want basic sun protection and don't need the convertible zip-off feature.

Fit

Expect a straightforward, relaxed hiking cut; true to size for most, though check the chart since exact measurements aren't given.

Quality

This reads as an entry-level hiking pant, adequate for casual trail use rather than demanding conditions.

Price check

At $42.99 this is inexpensive for the category, likely a promotional or clearance price, and represents good value for a basic hiking pant.

Best for

Casual day hikers or travelers wanting simple sun protection on a budget.

Care

Machine wash cold and air dry to preserve the UPF coating.

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Fit check: Marmot

True to size

Owners report Marmot fits true to size overall, with the rain pants and some bottoms running slightly roomy.

On the core jackets, retailer fit data is one-sided: every Zappos sizing respondent for the PreCip rated it true to size, with owners noting room for a light layer underneath and some deliberately going up a size only to fit bulky mid-layers. Sizing-guide roundups agree that Marmot jackets typically run true to size and track other American outdoor brands. The soft spot is bottoms: CleverHiker's PreCip Eco rain pants review says the fit runs slightly big and suggests sizing down, and owner feedback on shorts and sweatpants echoes a somewhat generous cut. Cuts also skew trimmer on athletic-fit styles, so per-item reviews are worth a glance on slim-labeled pieces.

Sizing advice: Order your usual size in jackets and tops (go up one only if you layer heavily); consider sizing down in the rain pants and other roomy bottoms.

Per owner & reviewer reports: Marmot PreCip Jacket Reviews — Zappos · Do Marmot Jackets Run Small Or Big? — FabricFits · Marmot PreCip Eco Rain Pants Review — CleverHiker · Marmot PreCip Eco Rain Jacket Review — CleverHiker

What owners report about Marmot pants

Reviewers who've worn Marmot's technical pants across multiple seasons describe them holding up well over time: one reviewer's higher-end waterproof pant still "looked as good as new" after six months of frequent trail use in Hawaii, including several falls, crediting sealed seams and scuff-guard reinforcement. At the budget end of the line, the PreCip Eco rain pants are described as tough enough to hold up against rough terrain and frequent use, though reviewers note they demand more care to avoid punctures or abrasions than heavier-duty rain pants and aren't as indestructible as premium options.

Strengths: Reviewers consistently praise the durable, seam-sealed construction, saying pants have come through repeated falls and rough trail use looking essentially new.
Watch out for: The budget PreCip Eco pants are described as more prone to punctures and abrasion than heavier-duty rain pants, plus noisier fabric and clunky velcro waist adjustments.
Sizing: One reviewer found the PreCip Eco pants ran slightly big and recommended sizing down.

About Marmot's pants line as a whole. Sources: Marmot Mitre Peak Pant Review: MVP Rain Pant for Hiking, Climbing, Soggy Adventures | GearJunkie · Marmot PreCip Eco Rain Pants Review | CleverHiker