Find the perfect gift for the outdoor loving person in your life! I’ve collected the best gift ideas for outdoorsy, hiking and camping loving folks that will get them super excited to head out into the wilderness on their next trip.
If there is an outdoorsy person in your life, one that would rather cook s’mores over a campfire, hike to an alpine lake or roadtrip to a National Park then lay on the beach or heading to the movies, then this is the gift guide for you!
From one outdoor lover to the next this list has been personally curated from some of my own hiking and travel adventures in the sand, sun and snow. This gift guide has everything from stylish yet functional outdoor apparel, hiking gear, camping equipment, gadgets, games and road trip essentials.
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Best Gifts for People that Love Outdoor Adventures
BioLite Camp Stove 2+
I got this wood burning camp stove right before a winter like ascent on Mt Whitney, and quickly fell in love with its efficiency for not only heating up water but charging my phone too. The BioLite Camp Stove 2 + is a great gift idea for anyone that camps. Not only can you get flames quickly but the BioLite Camp Stove produces electricity. The generation of heat in the stove charges the attached power bank which allows you to charge any USB device after you are done cooking. The patented combustion technology creates a vortex of smokeless flames for a portable campfire that can cook your meals and charge your gear, all at the same time. Which means you can leave the gas canisters behind and unlock the potential of the sticks and twigs around you. Especially great if you live in California since they just banned the sale of single use camp stoves.
Check out some of their holiday sales which run from 11/21 – 12/2.
North Face Winter Camp Shoes for Men & Women
This is the perfect slipper for cold mornings even if you’re just out on your back deck enjoying a morning coffee. For anyone that has camped they know getting in and out of your tent would be a whole lot better with a warm cozy slipper that can actually withstand wet and cold conditions and not add too much weight to our packs. This Nuptse Mule from North Face is made of Lofty Down and recycled ripstop, it comes in both men’s and women’s and best of all is on sale right now on.
KUHL Akkomplice Zip Neck & Frost Insulated Softshell Pant
I recently discovered the AKKomplice Zip Neck Long Sleeve shirt from KUHL and can honestly say I have barely wanted to take it off. The Akkomplice Zip Neck is the perfect base layer for cooler days on the trail, at camp, skiing or just enjoying some sweater weather by the fire. Made of Kuhl’s superior KOREKONTROL fabric this shirt is the perfect mix of warm and moisture wicking. It comes in 4 colors and pairs perfectly with the Kuhl Frost Softshell Pant. The Frost pant is made for winter hiking with a warm microfiber on the inside and a technical softshell on the outside that repels moisture and has zippers to go over winter boots.
RUMPL Original Puffy Blanket
For anyone that loves to camp, roadtrip or enjoy a late night by the firepit this is an absolute must -have. The Rumpl original puffy blanket is made from recycled plastic water bottles and comes in a ton of colors, there is even a National Park Series which makes the perfect gift. Just pick your gift recipient’s favorite National Park and watch as they wrap their favorite park scenery around them on a cool night. . The puffy blanket is also machine washable and comes in a water resistant stuff sack perfect to throw in the car for a weekend in the forest.
Best of all these are on sale right now, and RUMPL Is not only a 1% for the planet member but a Certified B Corp Too.
Garmin Mini Inreach
If you have a friend or loved one that loves to spend time in the backcountry a Garmin Mini Inreach is a great gift. This GPS device has the ability to send text messages in areas of no service and send SOS to emergency services if an emergency arises when out in the backcountry. It also tracks routes and provides coordinates of exact location.This is a necessity for anyone that leads groups or hikes or explores alone in the backcountry. I have been using mine for 3 years now and never go on a solo advneture without it.
SeaToSummit Premium Silk Travel Liner
The Sea to Summit Premium Silk Travel Sleeping Bag Liner is such a great gift for anyone that loves to camp, backpack or stay in mountain huts, or hostels when traveling. Made of silk this compact and lightweight travel liner is made to go inside a sleeping bag or as a travel sheet under blankets when staying in shared lodgings. It is also a great way to add warmth to a sleeping bag, and keep your sleeping bag cleaner. This Liner can be easily thrown into the washer and dryer.
Parks Project National Park T-Shirt
Inspired by some vintage looks a t-shirt that showcases a favorite National Park is a perfect gift for park lovers. Parks Project has a mission to leave the world better than we found it and has contributed $2.5 million to help protect parks, they also work in advocating, educating and providing volunteers for work on our public lands.
Sea to Summit X-Brew Coffee Dripper
There are a lot of coffee products on the market for camping, backpacking and van life but this is my absolute favorite. The Sea to Summit X-Brew Coffee Dripper is simplicity at its best, collapsible and easy to clean this simple pour over works great for anyone that considers space and weight on trips.
Skip the paper filters and pair it with a washable coffee filter and avoid creating any waste too.
Decathlon Trek 100 Puffy Jacket
The ultra affordable packable puffer jacket from Decathlon is my go to for cooler weather and makes a great mid layer on super cold winter adventures too. It fits into one of the pockets for travel, and comes in 4 colors and both men’s and women’s sizes. Usually just $89 the Decathlon Trek 100 puffy jacket is on sale now through the holidays.
Merino Wool Crew Neck Unbound Merino
This is the ultimate travel, camping and hiking t-shirt. Unbound Merino makes high quality moisture wicking base layers, stylish enough to wear alone or under other layers when temperatures are low. Unlike the wool of our grandma’s this wool isn’t itchy or scratchy at all. Super soft, sleek and good looking these shirts come in a variety of colors and styles, and it is a staple of my travels. Easy to wear while traveling or out on the trail.
Shimoda Action X50 Camera Backpack
For photographers that also love to hike this is the best backpack for keeping cameras and lens organized and also carrying clothing, and survival gear high into the mountains. I have every size of this backpack and love them all. My favorite however is the action X50 which features a larger roll top for a bit more room for gear. The inside has a removable camera compartment with dividers for all kinds of cameras or drones. There is also a sleeve for laptop and tripods.
Lifestraw Peak Series Gravity Filter System
For backpackers, water filtration is a necessity. This summer I got to test out the Lifestraw Peak Series and really loved it. The reservoir is made of a durable and tough material so no need to worry about leaks, and it comes with easy ways to either immediately gravity filter the water or close the reservoir and filter it later on down the trail. This is a game changer for anyone hiking or backpacking through areas where water sources are few and far between, and they may need to reserve more water to filter later. The system is quick to use and packs down small after use as well.
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