Outdoorsy holiday gift guide – 18 great gift pairings
Our 2024 outdoorsy holiday gift guide is here! Below you’ll find 18 amazing holiday gift pairings for outdoorsy people. The gift pairings are organized by interest (adventurous couples, outdoorsy homebodies) and activity (hiking, backpacking, winter sports). That makes it easy to find something for everyone on your list!
Most of the holiday gift pairings in this outdoorsy holiday gift guide clock in around $50-$60, but we also feature some great splurge-y options around $100-200. All of the gifts can be purchased at REI, which makes your holiday shopping simple and easy.
2024 Outdoorsy holiday gift guide
1. Gifts for campers
VERVE Instant Craft Coffee Sampler ($17) + insulated REI Co-op camp mug ($23)
One of my favorite things about camping is spending cozy mornings cuddled up under a blanket and enjoying my coffee, so good coffee and a camp mug makes for the perfect thoughtful gift for campers! I recommend this sampler pack of 6 instant coffee blends from VERVE coffee paired with these super cute insulated camp mugs.
2. Gifts for birders
NOCS binoculars ($95) + Sibley Backyard Birding Flash Cards ($20)
NOCS makes high quality, on-trend binoculars that are both rugged and waterproof! Pair them with the Sibley Backyard Birding Flash Cards for a cute and thoughtful holiday gift for birders.
3. Gifts for outdoorsy homebodies
The North Face Slippers ($59) + Smartwool Performance Hike Light Cushion Socks ($25)
This outdoorsy homebody holiday gift pairing is for the person who loves adventures just as much as they love getting cozy on the couch at home! These North Face Slippers are ultra soft and cozy, and have a water repellant finish and no-slip bottoms. They pair perfectly with Smartwool socks, which can be worn on a hike or at home.
4. Gifts for snow sports enthusiasts
Rechargeable hand warmers and power bank ($25) + liner gloves ($24)
Give the gift of warmth to the snow sports enthusiast in your life! This rechargeable hand warmers and power bank from Zippo pairs perfectly with high quality Smartwool liner gloves, which are also touch screen compatible.
5. Gifts for world travelers
REI Co-op toiletry bag ($20) + GoToob+ Large Squeeze Bottle ($30)
If you have an outdoorsy world traveler in your life then this gift duo is perfect for them! This cute toiletry bag can fit all the essentials, and Humangear GoToob+ squeeze bottles are perfect for everything from lotion and shampoo to laundry detergent. They’re also TSA approved, making this a thoughtful and practical gift for travelers.
6. Gifts for granola girlies
Birkenstock “Boston” Soft Footbed Clogs ($160) + Patagonia Fjord Flannel Shirt ($120)
This gift pairing is for the crunchy-but-cool girl in your life, aka your granola girlie friends. Pair some adorable Birkenstock “Boston” clogs with a timeless Patagonia Fjord Flannel Shirt for the perfect granola girlie gift.
7 – 8. Gifts for hikers
Nalgene Wide Mouth ($17) + BeFree water filter ($45)
OR Trail 25 hiking daypack ($99) + 3L hydration reservoir ($68)
We have TWO different holiday gift recommendations for hikers! At a lower price point we recommend a lightweight and versatile Nalgene Wide Mouth water bottle paired with the Katadyn BeFree water filter, which is our favorite on the market for filtering lake and river water! These gifts can be used in combination for longer hikes, or separately for shorter adventures.
If you’re open to spending a bit more then I recommend the REI Co-op Trail 25 hiking daypack, which is cute, comfortable, and comes with a lot of great features (including a rain cover). I recommend pairing it with a 3L hydration reservoir for the ultimate adventure-ready setup!
9. Gifts for outdoor photography enthusiasts
Peak Design Capture Clip ($75) + lightweight camera strap ($45)
This gift combination is sure to please the shutter bug in your life! The Peak Design Capture Clip is an essential tool for hikers that carry a heavy camera with them, and this lightweight camera strap is both comfortable and super functional.
10 – 11. Gifts for backpackers
Black Diamond Headlamp ($50) + Emergency Bivvy ($20)
OR PocketRocket 2 Stove ($50) + backpacking meal ($14)
We have TWO different holiday gift recommendations for backpackers! First, give the gift of safety and peace of mind. This Black Diamond Headlamp is bright, water resistant, and won’t break the bank (it’s also great for hikers). It pairs perfectly with an Emergency Bivvy, which is an essential– but often overlooked– piece of safety gear in case they need to make an emergency shelter. Alternatively, help fuel your backpacking buddy’s next adventure by gifting them the legendary PocketRocket 2 Stove, and one of my favorite backpacking meals! Either way, you can’t go wrong.
12. Gifts for adventure couples
Mesa XL Fire Pit ($100) + 2 person camp blanket ($150)
If you want to gift items that help people have a fun experience then this cute and cozy gift pairing is perfect for your favorite adventure couple! I recommend gifting a firepit and a 2 person camp blanket for cozy nights under the stars. The Mesa XL Fire Pit is portable, cute, and allows couples to cozy up around a campfire without much fuss (s’mores anyone?), and this 2 person camp blanket is perfect for cuddling!
13 – 14. Gifts for national parks enthusiasts
Hydroflask National Park Water Bottle ($45) + National Park Trivia ($25)
OR America the Beautiful Pass ($80) + 2025 National Parks Calendar ($28)
We have TWO different holiday gift recommendations for national park fans! At a lower price point, this national-park themed Hydroflask Water Bottle and National Park Trivia set make a great combo! The high quality insulated water bottle comes in three designs (Yosemite, Zion, and Yellowstone), so you can pick your giftee’s favorite park!
If you’re willing to spend a bit more, an America the Beautiful Pass is always a great option, since it gives people free access to our national parks and public lands for a whole year! Pair it with a beautiful 2025 National Parks Calendar for a thoughtful gift.
15. Gifts for vanlifers, RV’ers, and overlanders
TravelNest Hammock + straps ($55) and Luci Solar String Lights ($55)
One of the best things about campervans and RVs is being able to spend so much time outside in beautiful places. The ENO TravelNest Hammock + straps makes a great gift people with limited storage space, and pair perfectly with these cute Solar String Lights.
16. Gifts for outdoorsy foodies
Insulated Cocktail Mixing Set ($50) + Old Fashioned Cocktail/Mocktail Mix ($14) or Hot Toddy Cocktail/Mocktail Mix ($14)
If you want your loved ones to feel bougie in the backcountry, then this is the perfect gift for outdoorsy foodies! This Insulated Cocktail Mixing Set comes with everything you need to make and enjoy a fancy drink outside, and pairs perfectly with this Old Fashioned Cocktail/Mocktail Mix or Hot Toddy Cocktail/Mocktail Mix.
Note: your giftee doesn’t have to drink alcohol to enjoy these cocktail mixes! They’re also designed to be enjoyed as mocktails. Alcohol is not included.
17. Gifts for runners
GRID Foam Roller ($35) + Orb Extreme Mini Massage Ball ($15)
Have an avid runner in your life? Give the gift of recovery! This GRID Foam Roller and Orb Extreme Mini Massage Ball are the perfect duo for promoting rest and recovery after long runs, to help loosen those extra tight muscles.
18. Gifts for climbers
Strength trainers ($22) + ORGANIC climbing chalk bag ($30)
Help get your climber friends ready for another season at the crag with hand strength trainers and a one of a kind climbing chalk bag.
I hope you found this outdoorsy holiday gift guide helpful! Let us know in the comments what outdoorsy gift pairings we missed! Looking for more? You can find more gift guides here, and more of our favorite gear here.