Holiday Gift Guide
Gifts for Hikers and Campers
Practical gear for the trail and the campsite, sorted by price.
Stocking stuffers under $25
Small gear that fits in a stocking and still gets used.
Fire & Water
$11.61
$12.36 – $70.56
Survival Tools
$9.11
Survival Tools
$10.18
Gifts from $25 to $75
Gear for the camp kitchen and the trail.
Survival Kits
$35.63 – $94.31
Fire & Water
$74.03
First Aid Kits
$69.74
Backpacks & Bags
$64.83
Backpacks & Bags
$66.32 – $89.18
Camping Hammocks
$56.93
Shelters
$74.25
Bigger gifts, $75 and up
Hammocks, larger packs and kits for the serious camper.
Camping Hammocks
$97.74 – $183.96
Backpacks & Bags
$85.89 – $92.61
Backpacks & Bags
$94.52 – $219.56
Survival Kits
$89.75
Shipping and delivery
Free standard shipping on every US order. Delivery takes 10–20 business days, so for the best chance of arriving before Christmas, order by November 23.
Our top picks for hikers and campers
- Portable Water Filter Straw: a straw-style filter for drinking from streams and lakes on the trail. Small, simple and easy to keep in any pack.
- Motion Sensor Rechargeable Headlamp: hands-free light for setting up camp after dark. The battery is built in and charges over USB, so there are no batteries to replace.
- Lightweight Aluminum Camping Cookware Kit: an aluminum cook kit for boiling water and cooking simple meals at camp.
- 12L Ultralight Waterproof Hiking Daypack: a small pack for short hikes, with room for water, snacks, a layer and a first aid kit.
- Camping Hammock with Mosquito Net & Rain Tarp: a complete hang setup for the camper who wants to try sleeping off the ground, with the bug net and rain cover included.
How to choose a gift for a hiker or camper
Think about how they get outside
Day hikers carry everything on their back for a few hours, so small and light wins: a filter straw, a headlamp, a daypack. Car campers park next to their site, so weight matters far less and camp comfort matters more: a cook kit, a stove, a lantern. Backpackers count every ounce and tend to be particular about their gear, which makes small accessories a safer bet than big-ticket items.
Small, useful gear is the safest bet
Gear people already own is the hardest thing to buy. A second headlamp, a spare whistle or a filter straw for the car rarely goes to waste, because these are the things that get lost, lent out or left behind.
Check the size before you buy a pack
Backpack capacity is listed in liters. Around 12 to 20 liters suits a day hike, 35 to 50 liters suits an overnight, and 60 liters or more is for multi-day trips. For more help choosing, see our camping backpacks and camping hammocks.
Frequently asked questions
What do you get a hiker who has everything?
Backup and replacement gear. Headlamps, whistles, emergency blankets and filter straws get lost, lent out or worn out, and an experienced hiker will always find a use for a spare.
What is a good gift for a hiker under $25?
A water filter straw, a rechargeable headlamp, a survival whistle or a compact camping utensil set. All four are in the stocking stuffers section above.
Will my gift arrive before Christmas?
Standard delivery takes 10–20 business days, and we email a tracking number when your order ships. For the best chance of delivery before Christmas, order by November 23.
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