If you have someone in your life who is passionate about hiking, this gift guide is for you. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite hiking gear and accessories that will be perfect for gift-giving. Don’t worry, we’ve got something for every price point and occasion so you’ll be sure to get the very best gift! We’ve even included a few nifty and unique accessories that will have the recipient so excited to try them out and be so grateful to you for the awesome gift!
A multiuse gift that is essential for any hiking trip. It’s got a fire starter, compass, emergency whistle, knife, and 12 feet of military-grade paracord. It’s super adjustable to fit any sized wrist. It comes in a two-pack, making it an even better deal.
No matter what the situation, this awesome 12-in-1 tool kit is perfect for any outdoor adventure. It comes with a survival knife, wire saw, bottle clip, emergency blanket, multi-use spoon, plus more. Not only will it keep the user safe, but also give them peace of mind knowing they’ll be prepared for anything.
This gift will be a great way for the hiker in your life to relax on any adventure. This parachute hammock is both lightweight and portable. They’ll be able to take it with them no matter how off the grid they go. It’s compactable and can easily fit snugly inside a backpack or attach with a carabiner to the side of a pack. It’s ultra-sturdy and meant to last.
As a gift for your practical hiker – these luggage locks are perfect for camping and traveling alike! Your loved one can use these locks to secure their campsite as they leave it unattended during the day to explore the grounds. We’ve actually had someone peek in our tent at night and scare us badly! So now we always lock the inside of our tent when we go to bed. These are TSA-approved so your explorer can use them for checked luggage and lockers as well.
One of the most difficult things about hiking is getting cold feet in harsh conditions. These electric socks are a great gift for the avid hiker in your life, especially those who love adventures in cold weather. They include rechargeable batteries and come in a variety of sizes. Perfect for anyone looking to keep their feet nice and toasty while hiking.
If you’ve never heard of these magical cooling towels – let me fill you in! They are chemical-free and water-activated. Simply dip it in water, wring it out, and then you’ll have a chilly towel that drops to 20-30 degrees colder than the outside air temperature. It will stay cold for up to an hour, and then you can simply add more water. It’s an absolute TREAT on a hot day or during a long hike. Any avid outdoor enthusiast will love these since they’re compact, offer sun protection, and will make their time outdoors even more enjoyable. They’re also unique and a fun surprise for any gift.
Make someone’s holiday season with this high-performance backpack. It’s great for avid hikers and comes with an adjustable belt to fit anyone. The durable pad and molded channels provide max comfort and airflow. It comes with a sleeping bag compartment, compression straps, and exterior pockets to make it easy to pack.
A great gift for frequent hikers who head out on multi-day adventures. It provides a triple filtration system that removes viruses, bacteria, parasites, and other chemicals. It has a super-fast flow rate and can be used directly from a freshwater source. It’s durable and will easily fit in a backpack or other small pack. If you prefer a portable bottle version, the Grayl is of similar quality and could be a lifesaver for hikers.
While your hiking comrade won’t typically need credit cards in the wild – this neck wallet is a great way for them to store all essentials safely in one place. It can hold passports, credit cards, cash, cell phones, and more, all concealed in a discrete pouch that can be worn under your shirt when you want it hidden. This one even has RFID-blocking material, so if they are moving through areas prone to crime, no one will be able to scan their financial data.
These are the perfect gift for hikers in need of a great set of binoculars. The multi-coated optics help to provide high res and contrast. They’re waterproof and are made to hold up in any type of weather conditions. The protective rubber converging protects from the outdoor elements and makes quick adjustments to get a full field of view, which is great for hiking.
What better gift than a lightweight tent for hikers. It’s super durable, breathable, and the micro-mesh fabric makes it really comfortable. It’s perfect for two people and has two doors. It’ll hold up against rain and is safe from leakage and protect from the wet ground.
Your nature lover will probably need a lot of gear if they are serious about immersing themselves in the great outdoors. These affordable organizers are a wonderful way to tell the traveler in your life that you love them! Once a person tries packing cubes, they don’t go back. Because everything will have its place and nothing will get lost again. With labels on each bag, your hiker can compartmentalize things like kitchen gear, hiking gear, clothes, and essentials. It even comes with two bonus laundry bags so they can put their stinky items in a separate bag.
This is a great gift for the hiker in your life who loves going on outdoor adventures no matter the time of year. This lightweight nifty gadget will keep their hands warm even in the coldest climates. The double-sided feature makes it extra warm, and it’ll last up to eight hours to keep digits warm all night long. As a bonus, it charges a phone too, so the recipient won’t have any excuses not to get some killer photos no matter how far off the grid they go.
This awesome multitool is super compact and lightweight and can easily fit in a pack meant for a day hike or for a multi-week hiking adventure. It’s super helpful for all sorts of situations and is heavy-duty stainless steel so it’ll last no matter the conditions. It’s strong enough to cut, twist, and even saw wood and is perfect for all adventure seekers.
This gift is multi-faceted for any destination in the world that is near water. Whether your camper prefers being lakeside, oceanside, or rafting down rivers – this phone case will keep their lifeline protected. It allows them to film underwater videos and is great for all future travel too. We recommend adding a handy flotation strap which will ensure it won’t sink to the bottom of a muggy lake or become unretrievable.
This comfy and super lightweight chair is easy to fold up and has a shock-cord pole that makes it quick to assemble. The best part about this gift is that it’s ultralight and compact and can be taken anywhere, even on multi-day hikes. It’s made with aviation aluminum alloy that is really strong and will last for years to come.
Give your adventurer the gift of safety with this complete emergency survival kit. No matter what type of situation they end up in while hiking, they’ll be covered, thanks to you. It comes with a first aid kit, glow sticks, whistle, radio, flashlight, emergency blanket, energy bars, and much more, so it’s got everything essential to keep hikers safe anywhere they go.
This handy pocket-sized blanket is perfect for a hiking adventure and makes an excellent gift. It’s super lightweight and can easily fit in a backpack with other gear or clipped to the side with its carabiner. It’s waterproof and will keep its user dry even when it’s set on wet ground.
A nifty gift that will make anyone super happy to receive. It’s a lightweight water bottle that has a collapsible feature when it needs to fit in super tight spaces, which is great for hikers since they have limited space in their backpacks. It comes in a wide assortment of colors, so there are plenty of options to choose from. The best part is it’s leak-proof, so there’s no need to worry about it spilling on any other gear.
A secret packing list item that many jet-setters don’t think of, these waterproof shoe bags are perfect for the hiking fanatic in your life. Since their shoes will definitely get muddy, dirty, wet, snowy, and completely thrown to the elements – it’s so convenient to have a nice bag that separates those funky shoes from their clean items. We carry anything grimey in these bags since they are water-resistant and you can easily shake the dirt out. They’ll absolutely love them (and you may want to pick up a set for yourself too!)
Every hiker needs a reliable compass and carabiner, so why not gift them one that has both! They’ll also be able to use this handy gift to check the temperature. This unique gadget comes with a split ring so it can be used as a zipper pull, making it extra useful.
An awesome gift that will have your hiking buddy super excited is a flameless lighter is both windproof and waterproof and can be used in any type of weather conditions. It’s USB rechargeable and can last up to a week without being charged. It’s also eco-friendly and super simple and safe to use.
This set makes for the perfect birthday gift for any hiker. They’re made with tough aluminum that will make it easy to use on rocky terrain and support the extra weight of a backpack. It’s super simple to adjust with a twist-lock, even if you’re wearing gloves or are in wet or less-than-ideal weather conditions. The comfy cork handles make it easy to use both in hot and cold climates and will mold to the user’s hands for added comfort. With lots of bright colors to choose from, your hiker will be thrilled to get one that fits their style and personality.
This will be a game-changer for any outdoor enthusiast in your life. Give them this travel-ready, portable solar charger. It comes with dual flashlights and a solar panel for emergency situations. It’ll charge any phone two times before needing to be charged, so it’s got plenty of battery power. It’s sturdy and durable and will last in any conditions, especially when hiking in rough terrain.
Let the hiker in your life know they can still be comfy to no matter where they end up with this ultralight sleeping pad. It’ll keep them extra warm and provide a good night’s rest no matter where they end up. It’s compact and will easily fit in a backpack, and it’s also super durable. It comes with two flat valves for inflating and deflating the pad, and no pump is required. It’s a thoughtful birthday gift that will have them so excited to head out on their next adventure.
It’s essential to have a durable headlamp when hiking or camping, and this one makes the perfect birthday gift. It has multiple modes, including full strength, dimming, strobe, night-vision, and lock mode. So, it’s perfect for any outdoor adventure. It’s waterproof and dustproof, so it’ll keep working in the harshest of conditions when a hiker needs it most.
When it rains, it pours. And frankly, most destinations in the world are prone to the occasional drizzle or two. Gifting your hiker a reliable umbrella is one of those practical things that may seem a bit obvious, but it’s truly something they will appreciate and get tons of use out of. This one is our favorite since it’s made for travel and only weighs one-pound. It can cover two people and is more resistant to wind than most options.
This is one of my favorite items on this list. A hanging toiletry bag is an absolute game-changer! You don’t want to be laying out your things in the dirt and you won’t have a sink or bathroom countertop (in most cases) while hiking or camping. This compact bag remedies this conundrum by creating a shelf-like organization system – anywhere you can hang a hook. Attach it to a branch, pole, or car door and unfold it to expose 4 giant pockets that can hold all liquid products. We never travel without it and it’s great for campers or luxury hotel goers alike!
This compactable, lightweight lantern makes an excellent hiking gift. It’ll fit seamlessly into any backpack, no matter how compact. It has a built-in rechargeable battery, so there is no need to buy any. Charge it with a USB cable or by hand cranking when there isn’t a power supply, which is excellent when hiking off the grid. There are two handy light modes, so it can be super bright or dim when needed.
An affordable gift that is great for any adventurer. It’s super bright and helps light up the darkest spaces. This mini flashlight is lightweight and easy to fit in the palm of your hand, tuck it away in a backpack, or clip it to a belt. The military-grade aluminum makes it extra sturdy, so it’ll last no matter the weather conditions, and it comes with three modes for any type of situation.
This is the coolest gadget that is an affordable gift for hikers. It’s perfect for getting a drink no matter where they might be and having peace of mind that the water is properly filtered. It can filter up to 1,000 gallons of contaminated water and doesn’t need batteries or to be charged, which is really cool. It’s super lightweight, portable, fits in tight spaces, and can be carried anywhere. Again, the Grayl is the top-notch version of this, and any dedicated hiker would love having both options to maintain full autonomy over their water safety!
Give the gift of inspiration for under $25. If you have someone in your life looking for new places to travel and hike, this is the perfect book. It’s filled with travel tips and gorgeous photography to show what some of these spectacular places look like. It’s an expert guide to the top national, state, and city parks throughout North America.
For all those who love day hikes, this ultra-lightweight pack is both affordable and durable to carry everything a hiker needs. It’s a great gift that you could even put a few other small things inside. It’s water-resistant, foldable, and has two side pockets for extra snacks and other gear. It comes in lots of fun colors, so it’ll be easy to keep track of.
This awesome journal is a must-have gift for anyone who loves to hike often. It has room for 20 adventures where they can record details about their most memorable hikes. It includes room for the date, location, who went with, first impressions, sights, etc. The best part is it’s made right here in the U.S.A. This cute pocket-sized journal can easily fit in snug pockets or a small space in a backpack.
This awesome collapsible food-grade silicone and BPA-free set comes with a folding straw, water bottle, and bowl. They are super compact and durable. The bowl and bottle have carabiners so they can easily attach to a backpack or other equipment for easy transportation.
Every hiker, camper, and explorer hits that moment in their life where they just need ONE extra bag. Anyone could use this useful “just in case” bag since it’s multi-faceted and can function as a carry-on personal item for flights. Use this bag to wrap any gift you give, and tell them it’s made of a feather-light duffle material so it won’t add any weight to their cargo.
With so many amazing ideas, you’re ready to give the best gift to any hiker in your life, no matter your budget. They’re bound to love any of the items on this list and will be super impressed that you took the time to get them something that they’ll actually use. The best part is you can tag along with them on their next trip to try out their new gear.
Asher has been traveling the world since he left Australia to study in the USA in 2004. He received a Master’s in Business Administration degree in 2013. He has lived all over the globe including India, Europe, Hawaii, and mainland US. He enjoys researching the travel industry, loves being a dad, cooking & eating delicious food, photography (took many of our photos), surfing big waves on Maui, camping trips and walking barefoot on the earth.
