50 Adventurous Gifts for People Who Are Constantly Outdoors

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Your outdoorsperson probably wants an experience. Some summit or secluded stream to enjoy solo. But unless you feel like buying them a camper or booking them a guided tour, an outdoor experience is a tough thing to gift. The next best gift idea is gear, and shit is there a lot of it. We're not just talking camping gear talking special boots, backpacks, grills, tents, tarps, and things you probably didn't even know exist until now.

But you're lucky. You've got us. We've called upon our network of gear obsessed adventurers to find your adventurer their new favorite gadget or campsite essential or hiking accessory. Even if you've never ID'd a mushroom, never hiked an out-and-back, never started a campfire—rest easy, we got you. These are the absolute best gifts for the outdoorsman in your life.

inReach Mini 2

It's not a fun gift, but a top-of-the-line satellite communicator lets them know how much they really mean to you. Garmin's inReach Mini 2 allows them to share their location, but there's a ton of more useful features like two-way messaging, TrackBack routing, and an SOS function. All of it will keep them safe, and allow you to rest easy while they're out exploring.

Base Camp Duffel, M 71L

A sturdy PVC duffel will carry their shit from here to the other side of the Earth without falling apart. And when they get home it'll just wipe clean—an incredible value for $150.

Clearwater Fly Rod Outfit

The best give you can give: A new obsession.

California's Lost Coast - Backpacking

Send them on a backpacking trip to the most beautiful stretch of coastline in the world.

America the Beautiful Pass - 2023/2024

A pass that'll get them into every national park, and a handful of other sites. It's perfect for a gap year or any true adventurer.

Thorium Hoodie

One of the best Arc'teryx jackets out there, and a fitting gift for any outdoorsman.

fenix 7 Solar

The perfect outdoor GPS-enabled, solar charging smartwatch.

Mountain Light GTX

A pair of GORE-TEX boots that can just be resoled for eternity.

Kaha 2 GTX

A trendier pair of hiking boots that are just as trail-capable.

Mantis 20

Whether they're using it for day hikes, travel, or as an outdoor diaper bad, this is the best day pack out there.

Clearwater Bootfoot Fly Fishing Waders

If their idea of outdoors is fly fishing out West, they'd love some waders—and they'd love a quality pair that won't spring holes after a few wears. For that, Orvis is a great shout.

Grill & Smoker

For the light-packing chef, NOMAD's little suitcase grill is a revolution. Grill, smoke, and barbecue in the backcountry without lugging lugging around the Weber or cooking over an inconsistent flame.

Mountaineer Aluminum Cooking System

But for the simpler cooking—morning coffee, scrambles, and skillet meals—Camp Chef's Mountaineer is the standard bearer for a camp stove. Reliable and easy to pack, it'll be a go to anywhere from base camp to the local park.

HD Tarp Hexa Evo Pro, Ivory

They probably already have a tent they love, but a great camping tarp? Probably not. Surprise them with Snow Peak's Rolls Royce of camp tarps. (Poles sold separate.)

Limelight 2-Person Tent

But if they do need a tent, and if they're a particularly adventurous type, we love the Marmot Limelight. It's durable. It's not heavy. And it's got a great little gear storage area.

Beverage Bucket

The perfect accessory for the backcountry drinks specialist.

Big River Dry Bag

No matter what type of weird, extreme trip they go on, a dry bag will keep their precious valuables and tech safe. We especially like this Sea to Summit model in safety yellow.

Solar Charging Power Bank

A dry bag keeps tech safe, but what actually will keep it charged? A portable solar charging power bank.

Yeti 1500X + Boulder 100 Briefcase Solar Generator

If they're running a bigger operation, they might just need a full on solar generator. Goal Zero is best in the business, and this solar panel + generator combo is enough to run a #VanLife setup on.

Rambler 36 oz Bottle

What about "Yeah duh," level gifts? Well first we've got an insulated YETI water bottle to replace that Nalgene they've been toting around for years.

Ultralight Water Bottle, 32 oz

Or help them get their packed weight down with some of the less popular ultralight Nalgene bottles.

110 Folding Pocket Knife

Or get them one of America's most classic, most famous pocket knives

National Parks Notebooks Set

If there's one thing nature does, it's inspire grand thoughts. Field Note's thin memo books are the most appropriate place to jot down all that inspiration.

Expedition 3-Pack Waterproof Notebook

And if they'll be somewhere especially nasty, Field Notes makes a notebook that uses synthetic waterproof paper.

First Aid Compact Adventure Kit

There are 41 first aid and outdoors-ready essentials packed into this waterproof, airtight vial. That ought to cover all the bases.

Siesta Camping Chair

Woods' chair is padded, and it reclines. Call it the La-Z-Boy of the campsite.

Trail Box

A blade, a box, a book, a survival bracelet, and a pocket saw, all in one giftable package.

"Bushcraft 101: A Field Guide to the Art of Wilderness Survival"

The great outdoors are anything but predictable. Danger (or as your giftee would call it, adventure) awaits around every tree. But armed with Bushcraft's survival bible, they'll be as prepared as possible for the unpredictable.

M20 Backpack Soft Cooler

For a small beach party or hitting the trail with some beverages, Yeti went ahead and made the ultimate backpack cooler.

65-Quart Wheeled Cooler

This is the perfect size for a camp cooler. And when no one else will help lug it to the campsite, they can throw it down and roll it on those big ass all-terrain wheels.

Campfield Futon Starter Set

Let those other losers sit on a log. You got them the ultimate luxury: a packable couch.

Organic Soup Sampler

Finally, some prepackaged camp food that actually tastes good. Great for the reluctant—or a little incompetent—camp chef.

The Carter Pocket Knife

Outdoorspeople are crazy about knives, no pressure. This one features a perfect VG10 steel and tactical-style synthetic handle. Get it in orange, so it stands out from the 10 knives they already have.

64 oz. Growler

For bringing along 64 ounces of a favorite brew, which will taste all the more exceptional when responsibly buzzed—okay tipsy... okay, maybe a little drunk—alongside a crackling campfire.

Original Puffy Blanket

Whether worn like a cape, used as a duvet, or laid down like a tarp, Rumpl's water resistant blanket is as fluffy as a cloud. A cloud built for roughing it, that is.

Instinct 2 Solar GPS Outdoor Watch

This beast of a Garmin watch taps into multiple global navigation systems, so getting lost isn't really an option. Beyond that, it's built to military-approved ruggedness, and it keeps tabs on health, fitness, and smartphone notifications.

Bonfire 2.0 Smokeless Fire Pit

The bestselling Solo Stove allows them have a safe fire just about any where. Equipped with a handy carrying case, it can work in their backyard and beyond.

Flex Advanced Water Filter with Gravity Bag

A LifeStraw is an essential adventuring companion, since it sucks bacteria, parasites, and microplastics from whatever water source is available on the trek.

Batac Del Dia 24 L Pack

They'll fit all the essentials for an overnight trip into their vibrant, durable, lightweight Cotopaxi pack. Besides injecting a whole lot of character into its gear, Cotopaxi is a certified B corporation that puts proceeds towards alleviating poverty and supporting community development.

Quilted Tanker Jacket

A warm jacket with a water-resistant shell is tailored and function, keeping him prepared for all conditions.

Travel

Half a gag gift, half incredibly useful. Tushy's new convenient portable bidet is collapsable and easy to pack in any bag.

DB2 Indestructible Waterproof BT Speaker

Music on the go is a must, and so is a full on party. Make sure they have a durable speaker to get the job done, no matter where they are.

Vagabond Rooftop Tent w/ Annex

If you really want to go all out, and they've been dreaming about a car tent, we found their match. The all-weather tent folds out on top of the car, and has a handy side station for storing even more stuff. It sleeps two to three people, so you might even get an invite on their next trip (if you dare).

Ventana Exclusive Sunglasses

Polarized, cool, and ready for an adventure. You can't really go wrong with a pair of cool specs.

HydroBak Hydration Pack

Water: essential, but also heavy as all hell. CamelBak's water-toting backpack distributes the weight best. It's as nerdy-cool as hiking gear comes.

The All Star Flip-Offs

They flip up, they flip down. They honestly need them.

Titanium 600 Mug with HotLips

Snow Peak is one of the coolest brands in outdoor gear, as this iridescent titanium mug with a fold-in handle clearly demonstrates.

Mini Tactical Tomahawk Hatchet

Sometimes, you just gotta chuck a hatchet at a tree. You know, for stress relief.

HeadLamp 330

And here you thought the most important camp gear was hiking boots. Nope, it's the headlamp. How else are you going to find the latrine in the pitch black, or cook a meal after a long-ass hike that ends after sunset? As far as headlamps go, this one's hands-down the best, thanks to a rechargeable battery and comfortable fit.

Camping Hammocks

A campsite without a hammock is like a living room without a couch. Eno's is spacious but packs down tiny, made from durable fabric, and simple to rig up.

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