‘Tis the season to gift the perfect and unique gifts for all the outdoor lovers in your life. Therefore, Dustin and I compiled a list of all the wonderful outdoor gifts that we think all outdoor lovers would like. Most of these recommendations are the ones we used and tested ourselves or on top of our wishlist after doing throughout research.
Hopefully, our 2023 curated list will help your holiday shopping as easy, quick, and painless as possible while picking the perfect gifts for outdoor lovers in your life.
Stocking Stuffers + Under $25 Gift
1. Sea to Summit Head Net
When we first saw Anh, our friend wearing this at the campsite, we laughed at him. Then we realized he was the smart one as we were eaten alive by bugs! If you’re an avid hikers or campers, you probably have some unpleasant experience being swarmed by mosquitoes or bugs. This tiny, packable Sea to Summit head net is a godsend. Trust us, we learned the hard way.
2. Chums Surfshorts Wallet
Cute enough for a woman, yet durable enough for men, perfect for both! As compact as it is, this wallet holds quite a bit. The pockets have dividers in just the right places. We love that it has a key attachment so you can attach your key to the wallet! It makes a great stocking stuffer or just a little extra gift.
3. Gear Aid Tenacious Tape Repair Tape
It doesn’t matter what adventure you’re on, this little repair tape is a must-have in your bag. It works great to fix your clothing, jackets, tents, sleeping bags, and more. We used this on our canyoneering clothes, which we tend to tear through after each canyon in North Wash.
4. Sea to Summit Wilderness Wipes
These little wipes are perfect for a grab-and-go solution for backpacking, camping, or even a day hike. They are perfect for cleaning all of your body after a long adventure day, as well as tending to feet/blisters. We also love that these wilderness wipes are unscented, a wonderful feature in bear country!
5. NUUN Sport Hydration Tablets
Hydration is a must, especially on long or difficult hikes or adventures. These little tablets are compact so they are convenient to carry on any adventure. All you need is water! They work great to maintain electrolyte balance and help with muscle cramps and altitude sickness. As far as taste goes, it’s subjective. Dustin loves how it tastes but Vy is not a fan.
6. Bodyglide Foot Glide
Remember those blisters on your foot during that long hike? Well, maybe you don’t, but your hiker friends sure did! Well, blister no more! Just glide this bad boy on your feet before every hike! It also helps prevent skin cracking. Now, your hiker’s feet are beautiful and healthy enough that you probably could use them to sell foot pics. Just kidding. (Or not)
7. humangear GoTubb Travel Containers
If you love traveling, you’ll want these. These bad boys (or girls) are useful for almost anything you want to keep separated and easy to get to. And, you can open them with one hand, just like a magician! There are a few different sizes of containers, small or medium, depending on your needs. These tubs also work great for camping, road-tripping, hiking, and more! So yes, the Gotubb makes great gifts for outdoor and travel lovers!
8. BUG BITE thing Removal Tool
Anyone who got bitten by those pesky bugs would appreciate this one. It’s a quick, easy, and efficient way to relieve fresh bug bites. Since mosquitos love me, you’re damn sure this thing is in every single one of my bags! It’s perfect for hikers, campers, and even my sister, who mosquitos love even more than me!
9. PACT Outdoors Wipes and Tabs Refills
Do you remember those little magic towels the size of a ball that increase in size when you add water? Well, this is the same concept. With just a drop of magical water, a tiny little wipe got bigger so that you could use it to wipe between the cheeks. Once you’re done, you can bury it with the brown tabs, which help to naturally break down poop, and kill bacteria that can harm waterways, wildlife, and public health! Lightweight, clean butt and eco-friendly, it’s every outdoor lovers’ dream!
10. SOL Flat Pack Collapsible Sink
“I wish I had a sink in the middle of nowhere!” said every camper ever! Or is it just me? This collapsible sink is lightweight, portable, and great to use for washing dishes, and clothes, as a storage box or just to carry things around! We love how versatile it is!
11. Darn Tough Hiker Socks
That feeling of putting on a pair of warm new socks, especially after a long hike…ahh…It’s hard to describe. We love socks, good socks. And these Darn Tough hiker socks are fantastic! They last long, are comfortable on long hikes, and keep our feet warm and dry, ultimately helping prevent blisters. Do yourself a favorite, buy one to gift your outdoor lovers, and two for yourself! Men’s version and Women’s version.
12. Quick Dry Travel Towel
Whether traveling, camping, hiking, surfing, or playing any watersports, you’ll want one of these quick dry towels. They are lightweight, very absorbent, and work wonderfully! They make perfect gifts for outdoor lovers!
Under $50 Gift
13. Bigfoot Bushcraft Fireplugs
Not gonna lie, we use these fireplugs every time we go camping! They are super easy to use and perfect for starting a fire without the need to bring a lighter. They are waterproof too! So you definitely could bring them on your backpacking trip!
14. Basecamp Bivy Poncho
You’ll be the best-dressed person in your campground! and the warmest! This Bivy Poncho is so warm and comfy, great on a camping trip when the temperature drops. Once I put it on, I don’t think I’ll ever want to take it off! Oh, and you can use it as a tent while changing your clothes too! Dual-purpose, baby!
15. Outdoor Mason Jar Solar Lights
I love pretty lights! These mason jar solar lights make our campsite look so romantic. As bulky as they are, I make sure to bring them camping every time! There is something about sipping your hot chocolate at night, watching the flickering fairy light.
16. JBL CLIP Waterproof Speaker
This speaker is small and adorable and works wonderfully! The battery life is insane in this thing! It was still almost fully charged after almost 6 months of me not using it. It is also waterproof so it’s perfect on a kayak or paddleboard. Or, at a campsite or wherever you want a little music.
17. GSI Outdoors Mini Espresso Set
When you’re doing your outdoor thing but still want some good espresso! This Mini Espresso set is lightweight and portable, perfect for camping, a little bulky for backpacking but oh so worth it if you love espresso! You got to work for that luxury.
18. Sea to Summit Traveller Pillow
Pack into a tiny box? Check. Lightweight and works great for traveling? Check. Quickly inflates with only a couple of breaths? Check. Comfortable and has a lot of support? Check! If you know your outdoor lovers/friends like to travel or road-tripping, these pillows are great gifts for them. If they don’t like it, you can send them to us. 😊
19. Flextail Tiny Mosquito Repeller
Did I mention that mosquitos love me? They really do! So we’ve been trying to find anything possible to get rid of those suckers. That’s when we stumbled upon the Flextail. It’s a tiny little heater that uses mosquito-repellent pads. It can reach up to 30ft in range. We use it on our hikes and at the campsite. It works great.
20. GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair
There is no such thing as having too many camping chairs! This chair rocks too! just enough to be relaxing but not enough to feel unstable. It folds up quite compact for its size. It is more suitable for shorter people. That’s why it gets a vote from Vy!
21. Sea to Summit Toiletry Bag
Whether you’re traveling, camping, or backpacking, this little toiletry bag is what you want! It is lightweight but durable, easy to pack, and keeps clean. It has multiple pockets to keep everything organized. We usually use ours when counter space is an issue. This toiletry bag is super convenient.
22. GSI Outdoors Santoku Knife Set
Yay for knives! Maybe? Well, you’ll say the same when you’re in the middle of camping and realize you forgot your knife at home. Now, you can’t prepare that delicious dinner you’re planning on making. So, ramen it is! With this knife set, you’ll always have a dedicated camping set! These knives are sharp and sturdy. I love that everything comes inside a case so I won’t accidentally cut myself with it. Oh, and it also comes with a foldable cutting board!
Over $50 Gift
23. CGear Multimats Original Sand-Free Mat
Any camper knows the stress of keeping sand out of all your stuff. They’re everywhere! This mat works great for that. It is not a blanket. The mat is made of 2 layers of coarse plastic threads so it is not soft or comfy. However, it does a good job of letting dry sand sift through the ground, at the same time, keeping that same sand coming back up the surface.
24. Mpowerd Luci Solar String Lights
We’re on our 4 packs of these string lights now. We got one as a gift one year ago, and we loved it so much and that we kept buying more. These string lights are super easy to use, and they last for a while. They light up our campsite and make it look adorable. With the additional mason jar solar lights, our campsite looks like a fairyland.
25. KUHL Hiking Pants
We love our Kuhl pants! They are durable and comfortable. Dustin has the Renegage Convertible and he loves the fact that it can turn into short. It’s also water-resistant and quick-dry. Vy loves her Trekr pants as well. The Trekr pants are not only stylish, it’s also comfortable, durable, stretchy, and water-repellent. These Kuhl pants are perfect for hiking or going on any adventure!
26. Zebra HeadLight
One light to rule them all! It’s the Zebra light! This headlight is not cheap but oh so worth it. We used to use our diamond headlights until we went rappelling down the mineshafts with some cavers. These cavers only use Zebra lights and it put us to shame. Not only the Zebra lights are super bright, they also don’t have any flickers when you’re trying to video. So, we bought our Zebra lights and never look back!
27. La Sportiva Approach Shoes
Our favorite shoes for hiking and adventuring. We bought them for canyoneering but we love these La Sportiva TX3 so much that we wear them all most of our hikes. The tractions on these shoes are incredible. We feel like mountain goats sometimes! Here’s Dustin’s shoes, and Vy’s shoes.
28. Patagonia Nano Puff® Hoody
You can never have enough jackets! We love our Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket. They are packable, lightweight, and warm. We bring them on most of our adventures since you never know when the weather will change! Dustin’s version and Vy’s version.
29. Goal Zero Skylight Portable Area Light
If you have money to spare, get this! This light is powerful enough to light up the entire camp without having multiple lanterns. It could light up to 300ft. It is dependable, durable, portable, and easy to set up. Skylight is great for campers who are serious about a light that should reliably and safely last a long time. It’s also great for big gatherings, tennis matches, BBQ cookouts, tailgating, and more!
30. Stanley Even-Heat Camp Pro Cookset
Nothing like a good set of pots and pans, especially when camping. It cleans well, easy to pack. I love how everything folded into itself, making it super easy to store. These cooksets are perfect for regular camping or car camping. If your outdoor lovers love to cook, they would appreciate these cooksets as gifts
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