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Wondering what to give your outdoorsy friends and family? Well, wonder no more! As professional outdoor lovers and travel bloggers, we put together this list of the 40 best gifts for outdoor lovers to help you out.
There’s something for every kind of outdoor lover here – including hikers, campers, backpackers, and even beach bums!
Gifts for Outdoor Lovers
This outdoor gift guide has some of our favorite adventure gear and the top gifts for outdoor lovers like ourselves. Everything from a portable outdoor speaker to a luxurious stargazing camp chair!
Fire Starter
This handcrafted wood fire starter is the perfect gift for the true survival expert. Unlike matches or most lighters, this fire starter is waterproof. It throws extremely hot sparks (5,500ºF to be exact) and gets the campfire lit in any weather.
It weighs less than 3 ounces and comes with a paracord lanyard so you can carry it comfortably around your neck during any outdoor adventure. It also has a handy multi-tool striker with a straight-edge spine, concave tinder scraper, map scale, ruler, hex wrench, and bottle opener.
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Portable Outdoor Speaker
A small, waterproof, dustproof, and drop-proof speaker that also floats?! This ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker lets you play your favorite tunes pretty much anywhere, including the shower or at the beach.
Check Price: Amazon
National Parks Annual Pass
Did you know there’s an annual pass for national parks? Pass holders gain access to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites across the United States, including all national parks.
The pass covers the entrance fee for everyone in one vehicle and makes the perfect gift for outdoor lovers!
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Flannel Shirt
We all know that a flannel shirt is an essential part of an outdoor lover’s wardrobe. And this Patagonia flannel is one of the best out there. It’s made with thick 100% organic cotton and is perfect for both camping or casual strolls around town.
Patagonia Long-sleeved Fjord Flannel Shirt
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Solar Lamp with Charger
This solar-powered light is the ultimate off-grid lamp. It has LED lights with 5 brightness settings, a charger for your devices, and lights for up to 50 hours on low mode.
The best part? It’s inflatable, waterproof, and floats! Perfect for an evening kayaking session.
LuminAID PackLite Max Phone Charger Lantern
GPS Satellite Communicator
This waterproof GPS satellite communicator is literally a life-saver for those out-of-cell-phone-range adventures. At only 3.5 ounces, it’s tiny but extremely powerful with 2-way texting, navigation, tracking, SOS, and rescue capabilities.
We use ours to share our journey online with our family and friends and let our moms know we’re okay when we’re off grid for weeks at a time.
It also makes us feel a lot safer knowing that we have an SOS button with a 24/7 search and rescue service in case of an emergency.
Personal Water Filter
A personal water filter makes it easy to access to clean drinking water from natural sources during any outdoor adventure. It’s super lightweight, tiny, easy to use, and great for emergency survival. Drink straight from the source by putting one side in a river and sipping or fill your water bottle and insert the filter there.
Lifestraw Personal Water Filter
Portable Fire Pit
This portable fire pit gives you the warmth and dancing flames of a campfire, without all of the smoke. It packs up easily to take you from the backyard to the campsite in no time.
It burns wood or charcoal and transforms into a hibachi-style grill. You can even control the flames via Bluetooth with your phone.
BioLite Portable Smokeless Wood-Burning FirePit
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Packable Hammock
No campsite is complete without a comfy hammock! This lightweight 2-person hammock packs down to the size of a grapefruit, making it small enough to take backpacking or hiking.
All-Weather Notebook
This hardcover all-weather notebook is the perfect outdoor journal. It’s made with paper that repels water, oil, mud, and more. It’s lightweight and fits easily in most backpacks for either outdoor activities or travel.
Rite in the Rain Bound Notebook
Puffy Outdoor Blanket
There’s nothing like a big puffy blanket to warm you up on a chilly morning around a campfire or while watching the sunset on a beach. This one is machine washable and made from a down alternative!
Insulated Tumbler
Someone gave me this insulated tumbler as a farewell gift when we started traveling full-time and I absolutely love it! It has double-wall vacuum insulation that keeps your drink hot or cold for hours. Making ice last way longer on those hot summer days.
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Water Purifier Bottle
This bottle is an all-in-one reusable water bottle with a purifier. It allows you to drink from almost any fresh water source and is ideal for hikers, backpackers, and travelers. All you have to do is fill up the bottle and push down on the filter to get safe drinking water.
GRAYL Ultralight Water Purifier Bottle
Packable Puffy Jacket
A warm, windproof, water-resistant packable puffy is an absolute must for any outdoor lover. This one is made with 100% postconsumer recycled polyester filling and a 100% recycled polyester shell and lining. It’s super lightweight and packs down into one of its pockets.
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National Parks Calendar
A national parks calendar makes a great gift to get weekend warriors day-dreaming about their next adventure! This one is inspired by classic vintage poster art from the late 1800s to the mid-1900s.
National Parks Classic Posters Calendar
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Quick Dry Towel
This quick-dry towel is durable, absorbent, and comes in tons of beautiful designs. It’s also made with post-consumer recycled plastic and packs down small.
Beanie
Another outdoor lover wardrobe essential! This beanie is made with itch-free 100% recycled polyester yarn.
If you’re looking for a beanie that will keep heads warm even on the coldest of days, check out this soft wool beanie.
Patagonia Fisherman’s Rolled Beanie
Cooler Bag
We’ve seen people carrying these everywhere from campgrounds to airports to marinas. It’s an easy-to-carry soft cooler bag that holds around 20 cans of beer (with ice) and has a leakproof interior and waterproof exterior.
Check Price: Amazon | REI | Yeti
Insulated Water Bottle
An insulated water bottle keeps drinks cold or hot for hours without any condensation or burned fingers. This smaller size still fits in a hiking backpack’s side pocket or camp chair’s cup holder.
Flask
This rustproof flask with stainless-steel interior makes a great gift for those that like to treat themselves to spiked hot chocolate around the campfire after a long hike.
Inflatable Lounger
We have one of these inflatable loungers and use it every time we get the chance to! It’s really fun to inflate because you don’t need a pump, all you have to do is pull it through the air and trap the air in until it’s full. Once it’s inflated you can use it as a lounger or love seat for two. It packs down small and it’s made of water-resistant fabric.
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Waterproof Action Camera
A waterproof action cam is the ultimate adventure camera and one of the best gifts you can give an outdoor lover! This one takes 23MP photos and shoots 5.3K videos, has front and rear displays, and is waterproof down to 33 feet (10m) – perfect for snorkeling trips! You can also get a protective housing that makes it waterproof down to 196 ft. (60 m) for scuba diving.
Folding Knife
A good folding knife is a truly versatile tool and another must-have for the outdoors. This one has a three-inch blade and a slim profile that fits easily in your pocket (it’s also Michael’s favorite!).
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Waterproof Picnic Blanket
Whether you’re at the beach or at the park a picnic blanket is always nice to have. But a waterproof picnic blanket? Even better! This one is durable and waterproof on the outside, and padded and insulated on the inside. It actually repels dirt and easily shakes off pet hair.
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Outdoor Knots Guide
This pocket-sized outdoor knots guide has 20 of the best knots to cover any situation. It features easy-to-read, step-by-step drawings on waterproof plastic cards.
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Hiking Socks
These are my absolute favorite hiking socks. They’re made from merino wool that both wicks away the sweat to keep feet dry and cool, but they also keep feet warm in colder climates. The cushioning keeps your feet comfy even on longer hikes and they offer a lifetime warranty.
Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew Cushion Socks
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Parks Candle
Bring the outdoors in with this soy wax candle. Housed in a reusable ceramic vessel and hand-poured in the USA, the Paddywax Parks candle is naturally scented with fragrances from different national parks. Sales help support the National Park Foundation.
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Wilderness Survival Guide
Wilderness Survival GuideI actually gave this wilderness survival guide as a gift to Michael and he loved it! It’s a field guide written by a survivalist expert and covers everything you need to know for your next backcountry trip, including cutting tools, shelters, combustion devices, food, and much more. It’s the “ultimate resource for experiencing the backcountry”.
Bushcraft 101: A Field Guide to the Art of Wilderness Survival
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Wool Camp Blanket
A classic wool camp blanket is a camping lover’s dream. It’s tough enough for the outdoors, yet soft and pretty enough to use as a throw on your couch.
Fleece Jacket
This full-zip fleece jacket is made with soft, sweater-knit recycled polyester fleece that will keep you nice and toasty. It’s another must-have item for the outdoor lover in your life.
Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece Jacket
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Waterproof Ebook Reader
You can throw this waterproof ebook reader in your backpack or beach bag without worrying about it getting wet. It’s super light and has a glare-free display that reads like real paper even in bright sunlight.
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Inflatable Kayak
We love our inflatable kayak! It’s big enough for 2 people, budget-friendly and fits inside the car! It comes with oars, a pump, and adjustable seats with backrests. It also has space for gear and a small cooler bag in the rear.
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Portable Solar Generator
The perfect gift for campers that need to power up their electronics while outdoors. This solar-powered portable generator provides electricity for laptops, tablets, camping lights, phones, cameras, and more.
Goal Zero Portable Power Generator
Reclining Camping Chair
Upgrade your camp or backyard lounging experience with this deluxe camping chair. It’s a rocking and reclining chair with padded armrests, a cup holder, a side pocket, and a padded carrying case. Sit way back, relax, and gaze at the stars!
NEMO Stargaze Recliner Luxury Chair
National Parks Travel Guide
This USA National Parks guidebook has everything you need to get inspired and get outdoors! It covers all 62 parks and has lists of the best parks for hiking, wildlife viewing, family trips, and scenic drives. It has the best outdoor adventures in each park with trail maps and hiking descriptions. And, it also includes all of the essentials like climate, wildlife, history, and entrance fees.
Moon USA National Parks: The Complete Guide to All 62 Parks
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Camp Dutch Oven
Every good camper needs a good cast iron dutch oven. In the right hands, this camp kitchen essential can cook up everything from chilli to cornbread to pizza!
Binoculars
Waterproof binoculars are another essential for outdoor lovers. The wide field of view and relatively small size on these make them ideal for wildlife viewing, travel, and other outdoor adventures.
Nikon Trailblazer ATB Waterproof 8 x 25 Binoculars
Long Handle Spoon
Any backpacker that eats dehydrated meals would love to get this long handle spoon as a gift. Why, you ask?
Well, the special dehydrated meals for backpacking usually come in tall bags that make eating out of with a regular spoon really messy. This spoon lets you eat straight out of the meal bag, skipping the messy fingers and sparing you from washing any more dishes!
TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon
Dry Bag
This dry bag is perfect for outdoor activities, like kayaking or paddleboarding, because it’s fully waterproof and has a removable shoulder (or backpack) strap for easy carrying.
It’s easy to use too! All you have to do is put in the things you want to keep dry (towels, clothing, wallet, camera, etc.), roll down the top, and buckle it closed.
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Marshmallow Roasting Sticks
Make s’mores or hot dogs at the campsite with these telescoping marshmallow roasting forks. They are extra long (32 inches) to keep your fingers at a safe distance from the campfire flames.
MalloMe Marshmallow Roasting Sticks
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More ideas for gifts for outdoor lovers:
- 30 Best Sustainable Gift Ideas for Travelers
- The Ultimate Backpacking Essentials Checklist
- Essential Camping Checklist
- The Ultimate Day Hike Packing List
- Best Travel Adventure Gear
