Updated 11/07/2025

Looking for low cost and useful gifts for outdoor adventurers? I curated this gift list from gear that I regularly use.

The Landmark Project

$18.50 – $36 | The Landmark Project makes high-quality and stylish items for outdoor lovers – and a portion of every purchase supports conservation efforts. Offerings include screen printed tees, hats, stickers, and more. I particularly like the Smokey Bear and Woodsy Owl collections, and the wall calendar features a different landscape for each month and is printed on high quality matte paper.

Laek Adventure Towels

$34  |  These lightweight (and packable) towels from Laek are great for camping trips. They are generously sized (56″ x 31″ inches) and highly absorbent, much more so than they appear to be based on their light feel. On a recent camping trip, I was impressed with how fast they dried after taking a shower. I also like the designs printed on them… I have one with constellations on it and another with topography lines from a map of the Sierra.

Nova Ceramics Travel Mug

$23.99  |  Hot drinks just taste better when using a ceramic mug instead of plastic or metal. These ceramic mugs include a silicone lid and heat band that stays put for ease in drinking, and the mug fits in most car cup holders. Every mug from Nova Ceramics is one-of-a-kind, with beautiful designs that are great for on the go adventures.

REI Trailgate Cubes

$24.95-34.95  |  When I’m camping, I like to keep my gear well organized so I can easily find what I need. These Trailgate Cubes are great for organizing smaller items – available in 10 liter, 15 liter, or 25 liter capacities that are sized to stack inside the bins. The zippered mesh tops make it easy to see what’s inside and provides ventilation. The 25 liter adjustable cube with dividers is my favorite for storing camp lights, electronics, first aid kits, and other small items.

Paka Trail Crew Socks

$26  |  Paka Trail Crew Socks are made from a blend of alpaca fiber and recycled nylon for a comfortable and warm sock that doesn’t retain odors. Alpaca fiber is also known for not retaining water so they dry much faster than wool socks. A company that focuses on sustainability, Paka’s products are traceable to the Peruvian artisans who knit them.

FireMaple Gas Lantern

$27.95  |  Instead of having a campfire, I’ve been enjoying the warm glow this lantern creates at camp. The FireMaple gas lantern isn’t the old-fashioned type that may come to mind. Instead of using liquid fuel, this lantern works with a standard isobutane canister, the same fuel used for backpacking stoves found at outdoor retailers.

Luno Camping String Lights

$39.99  |  These string lights from Luno provide ambient light and are ideal for both hanging in a tent or when camping in a car. Featuring several light modes, including one that resembles a candle flicker, these lights have three brightness modes and a control panel integrated into the light string. Included is a rechargeable battery bank and carrying case.

Injinji Toe Socks

$17  |  Injinji trail socks keep your toes separated to help prevent blisters by wicking moisture and reducing friction from having your toes rub together. I also like how they keep my feet warmer than traditional socks.

Flextail Gear Tiny Pump

$39.99  |  This pump and lantern combo is great for blowing up an air mattress, and lighting up a tent at night – and it only weighs 3 ounces. The pump comes with five nozzles to fit many types of air mattress valves, and is rechargeable using a USB-C cable. The lantern has three settings: 400 lumens, 160 lumens, and 40 lumens.

Luno Headrest Organizer

$39.99  |  For keeping track of small essentials when I’m camping in my car, this small organizer hangs over the front seat headrest and features a removable pouch for taking items with you. I like to keep my phone, car keys, ear buds, and eyeglasses in the organizer’s pockets and pouch.

ParaKito Mosquito Repellent

$26  |  My first line of defense against mosquitoes are products that use natural essential oils. This set from ParaKito includes a wristband and clip that hold pellets infused with a blend of seven essential oils, including citronella, rosemary, geranium, mint, clove, peppermint, and cinnamon oils. The wristband and clip have mesh pockets to insert the pellets – each of which lasts up to 15 days. I attach the clip to my backpack and wear the wristband while hiking. This has worked well for me when the mosquitoes aren’t too intense.

Kula Cloth

$19.99  |  The Kula Cloth is a pee cloth for use in the outdoors so you don’t need toilet paper to dry off. The fabric is super absorbant and antimicrobial, and one side is waterproof so your hands don’t get pee on them. A handy loop allows you to clip the Kula Cloth on your backpack, closing in half to keep the wet side from getting on your gear. Never use toilet paper for peeing in the backcountry again!

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