For some folks, wandering ridgelines, gazing at the stars and brewing cowboy coffee at sunrise are part and parcel of a normal weekend. And those adventurers—who already have a closet full of gear—are often the hardest to shop for. That's why we've rounded up our favorite gifts for campers that are sure to get them dreaming about thawing trails—from cozy, water-resistant blankets to camp chairs that are perfect for spotting stars.
Best Fleece Jacket
Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece Jacket
Fabric Recycled polyester knit fleece (bluesign® approved)
Fleece Weight Medium
Weight 1 lb. 6.5 oz.
Sustainability Contains recycled materials; Fair Trade Certified™ sewing; product meets the bluesign® criteria
Best Stove
![Flash 1.0 L Fast Boil System [Fuel canister not included]](/media/9686371a-4647-401e-b2ea-c14b4f492042/?size=440)
![Flash 1.0 L Fast Boil System [Fuel canister not included]](/media/b0a203d5-35ac-4be2-8b3d-a377a093f229/?size=440)
Jetboil Flash 1.0 L Fast Boil System
Fuel Type Canister
Integrated System Yes
Auto Ignition Yes
Liquid capacity 1 liter
Weight 13.1 ounces
Best Coffee
Kuju Coffee Single-Serve Pour Over Coffee - Package of 6
Servings per Container 6 servings
Net Weight 3 oz.
Best Sleeping Pad
NEMO Roamer Sleeping Pad - XL Wide
Sleeping Pad Type Self-inflating
Insulation Type Open-cell foam
R-Value 6
Dimensions 78 x 30 x 4 inches
Weight 5 lbs. 8 oz.
Best Camp Tent
![Base Camp 4 Tent [3/4 front view with rainfly]](/media/d2f8eaa7-d562-4fd1-8f03-cbd763fd624a/?size=440)
![Base Camp 4 Tent [Front view]](/media/fc2f7391-abbe-48dc-bb8b-3693d0c25613/?size=440)
![Base Camp 4 Tent [Back view with rainfly on]](/media/e8b619e7-d195-46d2-854f-a2a3643e57f9/?size=440)
REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent
Floor Area 59 square feet
Vestibule Area 23 + 15.5 square feet
Peak Height 63 inches
Number of Doors 2
Packaged Weight 17 lbs. 5.6 oz.
Best Camp Chair
![Flexlite Camp Boss Chair [32 fl oz. water bottle not included]](/media/61fc3965-459f-4f36-bda9-38def90cd496/?size=440)
REI Co-op Flexlite Camp Boss Chair
Unfolded Dimensions 29.5 x 24 x 24. (H x W x D) inches
Folded Dimensions 6 x 18 inches
Weight Capacity 300 pounds
Seat Material 300-denier ripstop polyester with polyurethane (PU) coating (bluesign approved)
Weight 2 lbs. 14 oz.
Sustainability Contains materials that meet the bluesign criteria; from a Climate Neutral Certified brand
Best Two-Seater Chair
Mountain Summit Gear Loveseat
Weight Capacity 500 pounds
Folded dimensions 37 x 9 x 6 inches
Weight 15 pounds
Best Camp Gear Storage
REI Co-op Trailgate Gear Bin
Materials 300-denier recycled polyester (bluesign® approved); 1,680-denier recycled nylon base (bluesign® approved)
Dimensions 24 x 13.5 x 14 inches (60 L); 27 x 16 x 14 inches (100 L); 33 x 18 x 14 inches (140 L)
Weight 2 lbs. 13 oz. (60 L); 3 lbs. (100 L); 3 lbs. 11 oz. (140 L)
Sustainability Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria; contains recycled materials; from a Climate Neutral Certified brand
Best Water Filter/Purifier
![GeoPress Ti Water Filter and Purifier Bottle - 24 fl. oz. [Back view]](/media/f1aa9da6-e8fb-4fe3-94c9-c3ef5ba75b30/?size=440)
Grayl GeoPress Ti Water Filter and Purifier Bottle - 24 fl. oz.
Filter Type Press, bottle
Filter Medium Electroadsorption/ultra-powdered activated carbon
Removes/Destroys Bacteria, protozoa and viruses
Weight 1 lb. 4 oz.
Best Multi-Tool
Leatherman Skeletool CX Multi-Tool
Closed Length 4 inches
Weight 5 oz.
Tools Knife, large bit driver, carabiner/bottle opener, screwdrivers, needle-nose pliers, regular pliers, wire cutter and hard-wire cutter
Best Satellite Communication Device
![inReach Mini 2 [TracBack® routing to find your way back]](/media/0898dde4-12ba-4159-938c-8331b9248aee/?size=440)
Garmin inReach Mini 2
Average Battery Life Up to 14 days (10-minute tracking, standard activity); up to 5 days (10-minute tracking, high detail activity); up to 30 days (30-minute tracking interval, standard activity)
Batteries Rechargeable internal lithium ion
Dimensions 3.9 x 2 x 1 inches
Weight 3.5 oz.
Best Socks
Smartwool Performance Hike Light Cushion Panorama Crew Socks - Men's
Fabric 54% merino wool/37% recycled nylon/6% nylon/3% elastane
Sock Height Crew
Sock Cushioning Light cushioning
Quick Drying Yes
Moisture Wicking Yes
Sustainability Contains recycled materials; contains ZQ merino wool
Best Sleeping Bag for Camping
REI Co-op HunkerDown 20 Sleeping Bag
Temperature Rating 20° (F)
Insulation Type Down
Fill 600-fill-power down (bluesign® approved)
Weight 3 lbs. 6.3 oz. (medium)
Versions Medium; medium wide; long; long wide
Sustainability features Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria; contains recycled materials; from a Climate Neutral Certified brand; down certified to the Responsible Down Standard (RDS)
Best Backpacking Starter Kit
![Trailmade Backpacking Bundle [3/4 front view with rainfly (Mineral Teal)]](/media/605a946d-8776-47ec-934f-3e1fd3d7569c/?size=440)
![Trailmade Backpacking Bundle [Storage bag (32 fl. oz. bottle not included; shown for size reference only) (Mineral Teal)]](/media/316dd628-edd8-4173-94ee-77327ffc00e1/?size=440)
![Trailmade Backpacking Bundle [3/4 front view with rainfly (Mineral Teal)]](/media/5896378e-5a17-4c36-92bc-69c308c32314/?size=440)
![Trailmade Backpacking Bundle [Front view (Mineral Teal)]](/media/3803f78a-3d1c-4959-9bae-4f2559c4b44e/?size=440)
REI Co-op Trailmade Backpacking Bundle
Seasons (Tent) 3-season
Sleeping Capacity (Tent) 2-person
Floor Dimensions (Tent) 88 x 52 inches
Temperature Rating (Sleeping Bag) 21° (F)
Fill (Sleeping Bag) Recycled polyester
R-Value (Sleeping Pad) 5.5
Best Camp Blanket
![Original Puffy Blanket [Folded view]](/media/67fa42a5-10f3-41a4-8b4e-e6a1a53d4c09/?size=440)
Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket
Material 100% recycled 30-denier ripstop polyester
Dimensions 75 x 52 inches (1-person); 84 x 80 inches (2-person)
Insulation Type Synthetic
Weight 2 lbs. 1.6 oz. (1-person); 3 lbs. 13 oz. (2-person)
Best Camping Duffel
![Roadtripper 40 Duffel [Interior]](/media/1fc11dcb-6ea0-421a-87f5-4a1118a4276f/?size=440)
REI Co-op Roadtripper 40 Duffel
Gear capacity 40 liters
Materials 300-denier recycled oxford polyester base (bluesign® approved); 300-denier recycled oxford polyester (bluesign® approved on solid colors)
Best Hammock
![DoubleNest Hammock [Stuff sack (32oz bottle not included) (Aqua/Sapphire/Amber)]](/media/9c57bf68-cd94-4c2b-b881-346712a2cccf/?size=440)
ENO DoubleNest Hammock
Weight Capacity (lbs.) 400 pounds
Sleeping capacity 2-person
Material FreeWave™ 70-denier nylon taffeta (bluesign® approved); anodized 7075 aluminum
Weight 1 lb. 3 oz.
Best String Lights
![Trail Hound 30 ft. Camping Light [*Battery pack not included (Multi)]](/media/9b6f0c80-6af1-48ea-a07d-ca66f3d72cb9/?size=440)
REVEL GEAR Trail Hound 30 ft. Camping Light
Dimensions 30 feet
Weight 1.6 oz.
Best Cooler
YETI Hopper Flip 12 Soft Cooler
Dimensions 12.6 x 11.5 x 10 inches
Weight 3 lbs. 6.4 oz.
Best Water Bottle for Backpacking and Camping
REI Co-op Nalgene Sustain Graphic Wide-Mouth Water Bottle - 32 fl. oz.
Material Tritan Renewâ„¢ copolyester derived from 50% waste plastic (using ISCC-certified mass balance)
Cap Type Screw cap
Weight (unfilled) 6.25 ounces
Need more inspiration? Check out our Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Kids, Best Gifts for Runners, Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Dogs (and Their Humans), Best Gifts for Hikers, Best Gifts for Skiers and Best Gifts for Snowboarders.
