Looking for the perfect gift for someone who loves the great outdoors? Explore our list of the perfect gift ideas for campers and anyone who enjoys being outdoors.
Gifts for Hikers and Campers
You’ll find gifts for parents, adults, kids, families, and more. Whether it’s camping, hiking, trekking, or cooking outside, you’ll find that perfect gift that they will absolutely love. I love giving campers things they can use, are highly functional, and they might not splurge on by themselves.
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Camping gear such as camp stoves, camp chairs, and sleeping pads are essentials for any outdoor adventure. Don’t forget a hot cup of coffee over the campfire with your favorite coffee mugs. These guides contain some of my favorite camping gear that we use all the time.
Cool Gifts for Campers
Get your favorite campers all the gear they need for their next adventure with this gift guide. From tents to novelties, we've got you covered.
A cotton robe to keep your heart at the campsite all year round. Comes in a variety of sizes, it's 100% cotton for a cozy feeling in every season.
Stay nice and cozy with a Kelty down sleeping bag. Keeps you snug as a bug in a rug, but without being too confining.
These hammocks are lightweight and easily portable. They come with straps and carabiners for easy set up once you get to camp. The single hammocks have a weight limit of 400 pounds.
Yeti is known for its quality water bottles. Choose one that suits your style and color preferences.
Honestly, you can never have enough headlamps. Get one for everyone in your camping party, and then add one more. Headlamps keep your hands free. They are lightweight and easy to pack.
Are the kids going camping for the first time? This whimsical story helps kids prepare for all their new adventures.
If you have a small space, these portable bunk beds are perfect! No tools required for assembly. They can be used as separate cots, bunk beds, or benches for extra seating at your campsite.
A small and portable waterproof and dustproof bluetooth speaker that gives you 14 hours of playtime. Perfect for hanging around the campfire in the evenings.
Did your deck of cards get rained on or dropped in a puddle? No problem! These waterproof cards will last for years and give you endless entertainment on hiking and camping trips.
Every hiker and camper knows layers are a necessity on outdoor adventures. North Face hoodies come in a variety of styles and colors. They are the perfect cozy cool weather layer.
Perfect little backpack for kids to start carrying their own water bottles, snacks, and gear. It has plenty of pockets and adjustable straps.
No more closing your mouth and holding your breath while getting sprayed in the face with nasty chemicals. This little scentless mosquito repeller keeps them away from you for 4 hours. It comes with 3 replacement mats as well.
Love that there is a stick for everyone in the family with this set. These are long enough to keep you out of the fire. The color coded handles make it easy to keep siblings from squabbling.
Take all your tools with you. When you're camping, you never know what tool you might need and wish you had. A Leatherman multi tool brings the best tools right in your pack. I can't tell you how many times I've used mine!
This camping chair folds up small and is solid! It supports up to 400 pounds. It doesn't have back support but is perfect when you need a portable and easy to set up seat.
Made from heat resistant silicone, this set actually folds up flat. It's lightweight and perfect for overnight backpacking trips.
These compressible pillows come in three sizes and a variety of prints. They squish down in your pack and are lightweight. They actually help you get to sleep!
Bring the kids along on your next adventure. When their little legs get tired, they have a safe place to rest. There are plenty of pockets for gear as well as a built in sunshade!
I love the Luminoodle because it seems sturdier than a string of glass lightbulbs. Once it is charged, hang it up around the campsite for a little mood lighting. It's also dimmable.
Plenty of space for the whole family to rest with a screened in porch for a little extra room. Coleman tents are durable and affordable.
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Christmas Gift Ideas for Campers
Christmas gifts for campers are so fun! I like giving a mix of things they need and will definitely use at the campsite as well as novelty gifts to commemorate adventures. Include the whole family with camping presents for kids and adults alike.
Christmas Gifts for Campers
This holiday season give your camping friends gifts they need. Commemorate special trips, give quality gear, and equipment they'll actually use.
Commemorate your camping adventures with this tent ornament. RV styles are also available. Add your name or the location where you went.
This little Coleman grill is lightweight and portable. It has a spacious cooking area and the instastart button eliminates need for matches or lighter.
Whether you're gathered around a campfire or around the backyard fire pit, this outdoor popcorn popper is sure to be a crowd pleaser. It makes 3 quarts of popcorn in 5 minutes!
Having the right layers for the weather can be all the difference between a miserable experience and a memorable adventure. These lightweight windbreakers are perfect for those in-between days when there is just a chill in the breeze. It has a hood and plenty of pockets, too!
Tell hese heartwarming and humorous stories around the campfire or in your living room when you want to evoke camping memories. Perfect for kids and adults of all ages.
I love it anytime a gift can be personalized. This scratch off poster lets camping families mark off all the national parks they visited this year.
Every hiker always needs quality socks that are warm and will dry quickly. Love these crew length hiker socks!
If you love cookign over the campfire, get a dutch oven. It is so versatile and can be used to cook a variety of dishes. It IS heavy and ready to be a workhorse for your family.
This cute little toiletry bag packs into a backpack for essential supplies or use it everyday. Zipper pouch and perfect for organizing smaller items.
Grab the field guide for your region and learn what plants you can forage while out on a hike. The Peterson guides are thorough and also have pictures of poisonous lookalikes so you don't make a mistake.
Some families will try to cook over just a campfire, but having a portable grill and stove is always nice. You never know when inclement weather will put out your fire. I love the wind guards on this stove.
A camper might not camp in the winter, but they will stay active all season long. This down jacket with a hood keeps your outdoor friends nice and warm on their adventures.
Every hiker adn camper needs a good knife. It has a variety of tools to get you out of a bind and is small enough to fit in your pocket or pack.
Inflatable paddle boards are way sturdier than you might think. This one is 10 ft long but rolls up in a small pack. It comes with a pump, oar, and repair kit. Hours of fun on the water are waiting for you.
Flexible and waterproof hiking boots for the youngest on the trails.
Bring the campfire home with you! This little bluetooth speaker can be packed in a bag easily or use it in your backyard for campfire ambiance. It is waterproof and plays for 20+ hours when fully charged.
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Wedding Gifts for Campers
Newlyweds are often starting new hobbies together and taking all kinds of adventures. Camping gifts encourage them to take the time away and enjoy new experiences. For wedding gifts, I try to get couples versions of things or larger, functional items.
Wedding Gifts for Campers
Send your favorite campers on a romantic adventure. These gifts are perfect for camping newlyweds.
This set of matching tumblers is so cute for couples who love to fish. They are stainless steel and also come with straws.
This 2-person tent is the perfect wedding gift for campers. It's extremely lightweight and has a place for everything inside. The bent poles give a little extra headroom. It's perfect for gazing at the stars.
I love these lanterns in the tent for some late night light to play games or hang out. This one has 800 lumens (that's pretty bright!).
Newlyweds need practical gifts, too! This collapsible cutting board and colander are perfect for couples on the go.
Grab two sets of these lightweight trekking poles for adventures in all environments.
This guide showcases campgrounds and other unique experiences in all 50 states. Inspire a dream vacation or make a bucket list of places to go!
This is a perfect gift edition of s'mores. The caddy contains everything you need to make s'mores at the next campfire and it keeps your graham crackers from getting smooshed.
Stay warm from snow and water with these climbing jackets from Patagonia. They come in his and hers editions in a variety of colors.
Stay nice and cozy in this double bag. There's a pillow pouch to keep your pillow in place and an ultrasoft sheet. It's rated to -30 degrees Fahrenheit.
No cheesy lovey-dovery questions here. I love playing games when we camp. This one is fun for couples to play together or play against another couple. It's meant to inspire conversation and laughter.
Help your newlyweds enjoy time together in their own backyard. Personalize the sculpture with their last name or a single word. An oil torch canister sits at the top and can be filled with Citronella to keep the bugs away.
Snuggle up around the campfire with this camping chair loveseat. this one has a slightly rounded design which makes conversation easier. I love the padding and the cupholders in this one.
Is there anything more romantic than looking up at the stars with your partner? Learn all about the constellations above us with this guide from National Geographic.
I imagine there are several places and ways to use a light like this, but I love it for our cooler. It's just like the light in your fridge - it turns on when the lid is up and off when the lid is down. It shuts off automatically after 20 seconds, so grab your drink, quick!
Never choose between being warm and holding your partner's hand again. This unique design lets you hold hands AND stay toasty.
Perfect for two lovebirds, the Kammock Roo is lightweight, made from recycled materials, and comes in a variety of colors.
Available in many colors and styles, Sigg water bottles are BPA free and leakproof.
Capture all your adventures first hand with a GoPro. It's easy to take with you and the video quality is outstanding.
Enjoy a fresh cup of coffee on a chilly morning by the campfire. This titanium pot works like a French press for the perfect cup every time.
Start your new adventure out right with this 8 piece cookst. GSI products are always great quality and there is a pan here for everything you'll need.
Take the romance to the campsite with this collapsible wine bottle and 2 shatterproof wine glasses.
The lucky couple has to eat! Cooking over a campfire is always fun, but sometimes you need a campstove, too. This one has windguards and works like a stovetop and a grill.
These filter straws are perfect when you're out hiking - especially in remote areas. You never know when you might need emergency water. These filter the water, making it safe to drink. Grab a couple and keep one in each pack.
Hike in style and with the support your feet need. Keen hiking boots come in a variety of styles and colors. Get the new couple started off on the right foot (pun intended).
Yeti Coolers come in hard and soft designs., with wheels and without. They are known for keeping your food and drinks ice cold for hours. I have several in a variety of sizes and styles depending on our activities of the day. My food is always cold!
These are our top picks for gift ideas for campers whether they are roughing it on the forest floor or car camping. Choose high quality outdoor gear so your favorite campers create good memories on each camping trip for years to come!
What types of gifts are you looking for this year? if you have recommendations, share it in the comments and I’ll add it to my list.
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Tara Woodruff
These are FANTASTIC Ideas for Camping Lovers, Heck If i had these things Id camp More!! Love it Thank you for the ideas!