The 50 Best Hiking and Camping Gifts From Amazon, According to a Professional Gear Tester and Outfitter

We can’t all be early birds — I, for one, am a lifelong last-minute shopper, and every year, most of my holiday gifts arrive just in the nick of time. I’m also a lifelong outdoor lover and current gear outfitter, though, so if you’ve been putting off finding the best hiking and camping gifts, you’re in great hands. With years of experience under my belt, I’ve dialed in a foolproof list of unbeatable Amazon gift ideas for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts, ranging from small stocking stuffers to big-ticket gems. 

This time of year, most stumped shoppers tell me that they’re worried about finding items that the treehuggers in their lives will actually use, but have no fear — I’ve designed this list only to include items that will be a hit no matter who you’re buying for. With top-selling colorful hip packs, cozy thermal layers, and timeless camp-kitchen classics on the table, let’s not waste another second. Keep reading to find the 50 best gifts for hikers and campers. 

Best Overall Hiking and Camping Gifts

It’s hard to pick favorites from a list of favorites, but these are some of the very best products I’ve used this year in my personal outdoor escapades. It’s been chilly in my neck of the woods, so I’m writing from under my Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket, on sale starting at $81 in select colors, as we speak to stay nice and toasty. Match that with a pair of Teva Women’s ReEmber Moccasins and you’ll be cozy from head to toe. But no matter who you’re shopping for, I can’t recommend the Helinox Chair Zero enough. At $150, it’s an investment, but this ultralight little chair is a wonder to sit in and changed the way I camp.

Osprey Daylite Plus Backpack, $75
Darn Tough Hiker Midweight Micro Crew Sock, $25
Teva Women’s ReEmber Moccasins, $80
Fjallraven Men’s Vidda Pro Trousers, $170
Soto Amicus Stove and Pot, $60
Lanshan Ultralight Tent 3-season Backpacking Tent, $160
Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket, $81 (originally $125)
Helinox Chair Zero, $150
Cotopaxi Men’s Fuego Down Vest, $185
Icebreaker Women’s 200 Oasis Long Sleeve Thermal, $79 (originally $105)

Best Hiking Gear Gifts 

Your favorite hiker may not want to admit it, but bag envy is real on the trails. Packs are always a surefire gift idea for outdoorsy folks, especially the Osprey Eja 58 Women’s Ultralight Backpack, which is a great call for anyone looking to explore the world of ultralight backpacking. Cascade Mountain Tech’s Trekking Poles are a thoughtful under-$30 present for trekkers looking to tackle tricker terrains in 2025. You can also consider this ultralight first-aid kit offering from Adventure Medical Kits, $23. As a trained Wilderness First Responder, I’m picky about premade medical packs, but this one has everything you need and nothing you don’t for a quick hike. 

Cascade Mountain Tech Lightweight Trekking Poles, $25
Sawyer Products Squeeze Water Filtration System, $41 (originally $46)
Osprey Aether 65 Men’s Backpacking Backpack, $315
CamelBak Arete 14 Hydration Backpack, $45 (originally $65)
Osprey Eja 58 Women’s Ultralight Backpacking Backpack, $260
Cotopaxi Kapai 1.5L Hip Pack, $35
The North Face Borealis Sling Bag, $59
Osprey Daylite Plus Backpack, $75
Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight & Watertight Medical Kit .5, $23
Garmin Instinct 2 GPS Watch, $198 (originally $300)

The North Face Borealis Sling Bag

Osprey Daylite Plus Backpack

Best Hiking Accessory Gifts 

Stocking stuffer seekers, look no further: hiking accessories make for perfect add-ons. It may seem small, but Body Glide Original Anti Chafe Balm has rescued me on more than one nearly catastrophic trip by staving off chafing woes. Moisture can cause all sorts of problems on the trail, especially when it’s falling from the sky — ultralight umbrellas have been in vogue amongst long-distance backpackers lately, and this option from Six Moon Designs, priced at $40, does the job admirably. On that same thread, if your gift recipient is someone who loves multiday excursions, I’ve heard nothing but rave reviews from friends who have tried FlipFuel Backpacking Fuel Transfer Device, $35, which allows you to merge half-empty fuel canisters to save space and money. 

HydraPak Seeker 2L Collapsible Camping Water Storage, $20 (originally $25)
Nalgene Water Bottle, $13 (originally $15)
Buff ThermoNet Neck Gaiter, $33
Qinline Reusable Food Storage Bags, $14 (originally $30)
FlipFuel Backpacking Fuel Transfer Device, $35
Wise Owl Outfitters Quick-drying Microfiber Towel, $7
Body Glide Original Anti Chafe Balm, $11
Six Moon Designs Base Silver Shadow Ultralight Umbrella, $40
Helinox Speed Stool, $95
Outdoor Research Unisex Rocky Mountain Low Gaiters, $39
Therm-a-Rest Z Seat Cushion Insulated Sitting Pad, $33

Nalgene Water Bottle

FlipFuel Backpacking Fuel Transfer Device

Best Hiking Shoe and Clothing Gifts 

The holiday season is a great opportunity to shop for amazing pieces that someone wouldn’t think to buy for themselves. When I worked at a physical outdoor gear storefront, this Cotopaxi Men’s Fuego Down Vest would fly off the shelves for its exceptional warmth and fun color schemes. If you’re looking to get creative, these minimalist Xero Shoes Men’s Genesis Sandals pack down to practically nothing for stellar camp shoes, all while remaining shockingly comfortable. If you’re scheming to turn a loved one into a hiking buddy, the Merrell Women’s Moab 3 Hiking Shoes, on sale starting as little as $62, are beloved by beginner and veteran hikers alike.

Darn Tough Hiker Midweight Micro Crew Sock, $25
Eddie Bauer Women’s Microlight Down Jacket, $70 (originally $140)
Icebreaker Women’s 200 Oasis Long Sleeve Thermal, $79 (originally $105)
Salomon Men’s X Ultra Pioneer Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots, $150
Merrell Women’s Moab 3 Hiking Shoes, $62 (originally $120)
Xero Shoes Men’s Genesis Sandals, $43 (originally $50) 
Darn Tough Hiker Midweight Micro Crew Sock, $25
Teva Women’s ReEmber Moccasins, $80
Fjallraven Men’s Vidda Pro Trousers, $170
Cotopaxi Men’s Fuego Down Vest, $185

Merrell Women’s Moab 3 Hiking Shoes

Eddie Bauer Women’s Microlight Down Jacket

Best Camping Gear Gifts 

Camp gear upgrades are a personal favorite gift category of mine. Over the past couple of years, I’ve told anyone who will listen about how much I love my Exped MegaMat 10 Duo, on sale for $323. If campground luxury is a priority, check out the Coleman Skydome 8-Person Weatherproof Tent, currently 32 percent off, with tons of space to spread out at an affordable price. Quality sleeping bags like this packable and well-insulated one from Kelty Cosmic 20 Down Mummy Sleeping Bag also make incredible gifts that will get lots of use for years to come. 

Kelty Cosmic 20 Down Mummy Sleeping Bag

Coleman Skydome 8-person Weatherproof Tent

Best Camping Accessory Gifts 

No matter how stuffed the gear closet of your giftee might be, there are always accessories out there that can make life at camp just a little better. A long-time favorite of mine is the MPowerd Luci Pro, only $30. This solar-charged inflatable lantern packs down small and provides a power bank that can charge a phone — I have three floating around, and they all get plenty of use. On the list of “things I wouldn’t buy for myself, but would love to receive,” this lightweight MSR Tent Stake Hammer, on sale for $38, is a total luxury that saves you a headache while setting up camp. 

Black Diamond Astro 300 LED Headlamp, $20
MPowerd Luci Pro Solar Lantern, $30
Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0, $200 (originally $249)
RTIC 30-can Soft Cooler, $102 (originally $120)
Gerber Gear Shard 7-in-1 Keychain Bottle Opener Multitool, $10
MSR Tent Stake Hammer, $38 (originally $45)
Nemo Equipment Fillo Luxury Pillow, $53 (originally $60)
Sea to Summit Reactor Insulated Sleeping Bag Liner, $75
Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket, $81 (originally $125)
Trekology Ultralight Camping Pillow, $20 (originally $25) 

RTIC 30-can Soft Cooler

MPowerd Luci Pro Solar Lantern

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