How about wearing waterproof hiking shoes to travel outdoors in winter?

Sure, but be sure to choose a pair of winter models that are warm enough. Because travel will encounter various road conditions and occasionally climb mountains. For example, I went out for a trip with my friends and wore Adidas terrex fast r gtx light hiking shoes, which happened to encounter sleet. Although it is not big, the road is slippery, and we will fall down if we are not careful. Thanks to wearing this pair of waterproof hiking shoes, not only did the water not enter the shoes, but also the walking was relatively stable.