The holiday season is here and we are here to help you find presents for the outdoor lovers in your life. Presenting our picks for the best gifts for adventurers.
Dometic
CFX5 45L
We wager this cooler is better than your home fridge and it’s the dream gift for that glamping freak in your life. Plug it into a generator or Dometic batteries and you can enjoy the refrigeration and freezing power down to -7 Fahrenheit, with the ability to create dual cooling zones and adjust temperature via the Dometic app. $950; dometic.com
Columbia
Flare Gun Stretch Flannel
While it may simply look the part of a cool flannel from the grungy, outdoor-obsessed, this do-it-all shirt comes with built-in superpowers. The Omni-Wick material is fast-drying so you won’t sweat it out when you make the move from the cold to indoors. It’s a fave for dog walkers. $60; columbia.com
Fjallraven
Expedition Fleece Hoodie
Cozy and soft to the touch, this performance hoody that doesn’t look too technical is the perfect choice for women who like to get after it on the trail but can transition to down time in a hurry. The recycled fleece material wicks moisture and is made without PFAS. $215; fjallraven.com
CEP Compression
The Run Compression Mid-cut 4.0
Sure, socks have a rep as a boring gift. But these are not just any socks. Compression in the arch and ankle keep your feet stable and refreshed during and after a run. Plus, the fabric and design wick away sweat and provide some ventilation. $20; cepcompression.com
Blundstone
#2440 Men’s Leather Chelsea Boots
No shoe does it all like a Blundstone—wear them to the bar, to work, weddings, and on hikes. This classic model combines water-resistant leather and the brand’s famed tough outsole (first developed by Tasmanian sheep shearers) in a shoe that’s the dream gift for anyone who lives a busy and slightly rough-and-tumble lifestyle. $210; blundstone.com
Cotopaxi
Mero Organic Flannel
This snazzy flannel is the perfect layer for a crisp day. Made from 100% organic cotton and coming from a company with a strong sustainability ethos, it’s a good gift for those who value environmental ethics. $100; cotopaxi.com
Arc’teryx
Granville Crossbody Bag
The fanny pack is old news. This handy, waterproof cross-body pack proves that you can look cool while having all your stuff secure and within easy reach. And it’s a nice size and price to be the perfect gift for any outdoorist. $100; arcteryx.com
Duer
Performance Denim Slim
You can never go wrong giving jeans as a present. Better still, the performance denim here has the stretch, temperature-regulation, and wicking abilities to take it on hikes and road trips. Even better? The great-looking slim fit. 129; shopduer.com
Yeti
Cast Iron Skillet 12
Here’s an outdoorsy gift you can give to someone who never leaves the kitchen, as well as those who love to play gourmet at camp. Yeti’s sturdy, smooth, pre-seasoned cast iron works just as well on a gas stove as it does over a campfire. $250; yeti.com
Victorinox
Huntsman
The classic stocking stuffer pleases pretty much anyone. The original Swiss Army brand gives campers, hikers, adventurers, and epicureans a pocket knife with blades, corkscrew, tweezers, and more. $52; victorinox.com
SP X RUMPL
Nanoloft Tabiki Blanket in Pro
This limited-edition blanket combines all the coziness of RUMPL with the Japanese style of Snow Peak in a camp blanket built of fire-resistant materials that will look the part in those Insta photos. Give it to anyone who likes to snuggle up. $199; snowpeak.com
Outdoor Tech
Turtle Shell 4.0
Tough and waterproof, this Bluetooth speaker will be a hit with campers, festival goers, and anyone who likes to bring the party along on adventures. It charges faster than previous models and will juice up via a USB-C. $80; outdoortechnology.com
Grayl
30 oz. GeoPress Nesting Cup and Lid
Have no idea what to get your outdoorsy bud? Start with this camp-stove compatible stainless steel nesting cup that works just fine on its own but also fits Grayl’s water filter ($100), which you can buy for them or they can add later. $25; grayl.com
Epic Ink
National Parks Uncovered
A standout for any coffee table and a lot of fun to peruse, this book explores every one of the U.S.’s 63 national parks, with stories from rangers, fun facts, and recommendations for how to visit alongside stunning photos. $25; mcnallyjackson.com
The Summit Scholarship Foundation
Summit Scholarship Program
The 2025 Women of Mountaineering Calendar
Support the Summit Scholarship program, which is on a mission to advance gender equity on and off the mountain, by gifting this beautiful calendar. Each month shows off the exploits of a trailblazer in the peaks from Phunjo Lama in Nepal to Allie Pepper in Australia. It’s solid inspiration for anyone. $30; summitscholarship.org
Wild Country
Flow Chalk Bag
This rip-stop,fleece-lined beauty is the ideal gift for the gym or crag climber in your life who could always use a new chalk bag. $30; wildcountry.com
TVLA
Align[Mat] V1
Got someone looking for some grounding? No matter if you don’t have experience or want to up the subtleties of your yoga practice, this durable nifty mat with alignment cues built into the design will help. Plus, the brand is owned and operated by a hard working yoga teacher. $118; tvlashop.com
NRS
Clipper 110
This inflatable touring board is the ideal gift for the paddler who loves adventure and exploration. Built for big tours and overnight trips, the 11-foot inflatable—which comes complete with two interchangeable fins, a pump, and a backpack to carry it in—features a V nose and multiple air chambers, giving it just the right tracking and stability for those lengthy trips. The series also includes a 12-foot model and wider versions for larger loads. $895; nrs.com
