Stocking Stuffers for Hikers, Campers, Runners, Skiers, and Bikers

21 Gift Ideas for Active and Outdoors People

November 28th, 2023

Home > Gift Guides

All good gifts--no matter their size or cost--can make life a little easier, more fun, or more beautiful. 

This list of stocking stuffers for hikers, campers, runners, skiers, and bikers includes our favorite outdoor gifts this year. 

This list of gift ideas includes the gear we’ve personally given as gifts or presents we’ve enjoyed receiving (or would want to receive!). 

Yes, a few of our recommendations may require extra “stuffing” to fit them in a stocking, but we still think these gifts are winners. 

With so many options for hikers, campers, runners, skiers, and bikers, you should be able to find the perfect stocking stuffer for the outdoors person in your life.

See our other Gift Guides:


We participate in affiliate programs and receive commissions on qualifying purchases. Learn more


Treeline editor Liz Thomas eating a home-made rehydrated camping meal out of silicon Stasher bag.

Stasher reusable bag

Stasher Reusable Zip Bags

Do you have someone in your life looking to reduce the amount of trash they create? Recently, I gifted Stasher reusable silicone zip bags to my friend and fellow Treeline writer, Kate Hoch.

As a Portland-based thru-hiker dedicated to reducing her eco footprint and the amount of plastic in her life, Kate was intrigued by the Stashers. They can withstand boiling water, so you can use it to store and rehydrate home-dehydrated camping food. 

The thing I like about the Stashers is that unlike a lot of other reusable zip bags I’ve seen, the Stashers are all one piece. Not having a plastic slider means one less part to get lost or break-and also less plastic! They come in all sizes and colors. 

I’m particularly fond of the stand-up versions, which are convenient for backpackers and have the same stand-up functionality as the single-use mylar bags found on dehydrated backpacking meals. 

As great as Stashers are for outdoors use, they make a great stocking stuffer for anyone who is looking to introduce more reusables in their life. -Treeline editor, Liz Thomas


hydro flask in grey

Hydro Flask Water Bottle

A water bottle is one of those items that people-whether outdoorsy or not-always carry around. Eventually, water bottles are lost or so banged up that they aren’t something you want to show off anymore.

This is why gifting a really nice and durable bottle like the Hydro Flask vacuum insulated bottle is such a great gift: it’s something they’ll use, and they’ll think of you every time they use it. It can show off their personality-from favorite color to designs. 

We think the Hydro Flask, in particular, is a great water bottle to gift because they are vacuum insulated, dishwasher safe, come in fun colors and patterns, and on the pricier end for a water bottle. They’re something that people love to have but wouldn’t necessarily buy for themselves. The Hydro Flask water bottle is the Upgrade winner in our Best Water Bottles guide and a long-time favorite of writer Gabi Reyes-Acosta.


National Parks Pass

Got someone in your life who loves to travel? The National Parks Pass gets you free entry into not only national parks but National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, and Fish and Wildlife fee areas, too.

At $35 for a 7-day car entrance to Yosemite or Yellowstone, the price to get into a national park can add up--especially if you're also paying fees for camping in the park.

With this credit-card-sized national park pass, your friend can visit as many national parks as they like (with no 7-day limits or black-out days). I gift one to myself every year. Best yet, since this pass is so small, it’s a good option for someone who lives in a small apartment or even a van. Plus, if you’re traveling for the holidays, this is one gift you can bring with you that won’t take up any room in the overhead compartment. 

Are they keeping adventures local? Check out the annual Northwest Forest Pass (Oregon and Washington), Southern California Forest Pass, the White Mountains New Hampshire Forest Pass, East Bay Parks Pass (Bay Area), or Texas State Parks pass.


Heart Rate monitor

The runners and cyclists in your life who are obsessed with using data for improvement know that tracking heart rate is a good measure of health. While GPS watches and fitness devices can get an approximation of one’s heart rate, the best method to measure it is a heart rate monitor. In our research so far, the Polar Verity Sense Optical Heart Rate Sensor is the best heart rate monitor. 

One of the things we like about this heart rate monitor is that it’s more comfortable than its competition. It’s designed to operate on your arm rather than your chest, so it avoids the itchy breath-constraining fit of chest monitors. The Polar Verity Sense has a battery life of 20 hours and data memory of 600 hours of previous workouts. It’s waterproof enough to use swimming!

Lastly, the Polar Verity easily pairs via Bluetooth to other devices like Smartwatches, GPS watches, and phone apps to make tracking improvement easier. A heart rate monitor is a good way to encourage a loved one’s healthy habits and give them more accurate data than their other devices can offer. Plus, it's a more affordable stocking stuffer than a GPS watch!

Related: The Best Hiking and Backpacking GPS Watches


Treeline editor Liz Thomas with the Aftershokz Aeropex on a hike in the San Gabriel National monument.

SHOKZ OPEN RUN HEADPHONES 

LISTEN TO MUSIC AND STILL HEAR THE BIRDS (AND BEARS!)

Nothing motivates a hiker, runner, walker, skier, or cyclist like moving to a beat. But after years of hiking and running with wired earbuds, we’ve had enough of them getting twisted in knots as we move. 

We researched and tested 16 wireless earbuds and think the Shokz Open Run is the best for hikers, backpackers, and runners. We like these headphones because they don’t go in your ears at all; so, you can hear oncoming traffic as you run on the road, or bears and rattlesnakes when you’re hiking on the trail. Plus, there’s no uncomfortable feeling of having something in your ear.

The Open Run also have an impressive battery life of 8 hours-and we’ve actually found that they can last longer than that. Plus, the Open Run can be used to take phone calls or bluetooth connect to your computer for use in the office. While they’re on the pricier end, they make an excellent gift because they’re something nice that your friend or loved one will use every day. The Open Run are so good that we think anyone would be excited to receive them-whether they’re into the great outdoors or not!

Related: The Best Wireless Earbuds for Outdoor Exercise


Darn Tough Socks

It doesn’t matter how many Darn Tough socks a person has-they’ll always want more. Forget fitting like a glove-we wish most gloves fit as well as Darn Tough socks!

These soft and comfortable socks are winners in our The Best Hiking Socks guide and our Best Ski Socks guide. They come in fun colors and patterns, with cushioning levels for every outdoor setting from mountaineering to cycling.

Once you put on a Darn Tough wool sock, you’ll have a hard time going back to your old cotton tubes. And for the vegans in your life, they come in synthetic options, too.


Mayfly Ultralight camp sandals in the Sierra

Mayfly Ultralight Camp Sandals

I’ve spent the last decade as a thru-hiker and ultralight backpacker, thinking that camp sandals were a too-heavy luxury to bring on trips. But this year, I tried the new Mayfly Ultralight Camp Sandals on my ~500-mile backpacking trip of the PCT, the Southern Sierra High Route, and several other off-trail backpacking trips this summer. The Mayfly sandals were the dark horse star of my pack. At 2 oz (or the weight of 21 gummy bears, as their website puts it), it’s earned a forever place in my summer ultralight backpack.

Due to challenges getting my new trail running shoes delivered to me on time, I ended up hiking 400 miles on a pair of Altras that were already worn when I started. The Mayfly, paired with a lot of foot massages and soaking in cold water, kept me from going home early. After back-to-back 30+ mile days for 2 weeks, I appreciated every minute I could wear my Mayfly in camp and at break time.  

One benefit I didn’t anticipate from the Mayfly sandals was the increased mobility during break time. In the past, whenever I took a lunch break, I’d take off my shoes and try to walk as little as possible. I still try not to walk much during breaks, but with the Mayfly, I have fewer qualms about doing things like checking on my drying sleeping bag, making sure I have enough water, and walking over to a cold stream to soak my feet. The Mayfly made me realize how much not wanting to put my shoes back on during break time had actually hindered my ability to care for myself. 

Ultimately, the Mayfly turned what I had always considered a piece of luxury camp gear into reach for me, even as an ultralight backpacker. -Treeline editor, Liz Thomas


Eco-swaps are environmentally-friendly alternatives to products you already use. Photo by Jocelyn Crawford.

Kula Cloth Reusable Antimicrobial Pee Cloth

For that friend you wish you could hike with more, who summits mountains and casts a line like a badass, who says yes to road trips, who practices self-care by way of healthy hydration--the person who is fearless (or who paradoxically is scared of being in the woods too long because squatting is intimidating and peeing on your own feet isn’t the kind of redefined ‘outdoorsy’ we’re going for). Yeah. 

Do y’all know what a big barrier to people getting outside is? Being able to pee and get back to it, comfortably. With Kula Cloth, people who use toilet paper after they pee don’t need to settle for the lie of ‘drip dry.’ 

The Kula cloth hanging on the Cotopaxi Tarak climbing backpack (also in this gift guide, below!).

A Kula cloth is an incredibly practical gift for that person who pees outside and wants to wipe afterwards. It’s also an affirmation (by way of accessorizing) that celebrates all human forms. There’s seriously no product I use so regularly that holds function AND reminds me of goodness in the world. Sex positive designs? Absolutely. Wonderful absurdity? Got you covered. Occasional meetups with other Kula/outdoor enthusiasts? Yep. Never ending memes of Victorian cats?... yes, even if you didn’t know you needed that in your life (you do). 

I’ve got one in my car for when rest stops are few and far between. I’ve got one in my daypack and my waterproof roll top. I lost one with a masked and grumpy Bernie on it (PSA to those on logging roads around Rangeley, Maine, keep a lookout). Thankfully, they’re affordable enough to replace--and they make a great stocking stuffer. 

Awesome tech features that are less flashy but super important for downstairs health and comfort: antimicrobial materials, discreet design considerations, easy backcountry care, and quick dry. Sustainability points: Kulas help you ditch the stashed TP (at least for #1) and keep it off the trails! Use, wash out, use again.  

- Treeline writer, Bri Dostie

Related: Eco-Friendly Gear Swaps to Reduce Your Environmental Impact


The book cover for Four Fifths a grizzly by Doug Chadwick

Four-Fifths a Grizzly: A New Perspective on Nature that Just Might Save Us All by Doug Chadwick 

As a veteran writer for outlets like National Geographic, Doug Chadwick draws his readers into a whirlwind narrative about the human connection with one of the most feared apex predators — the grizzly bear. Chadwick draws from personal field research over decades spent along the Pacific Northwest Coast, trekking through Montana, and traveling the globe studying different mammals. He also incorporates information about the impact that environmental issues have on the awe-inspiring brown bear. Through these, Chadwick shows us that these animals are closer to humans than we may think — in more ways than we would imagine. 

This book produces a beautiful marriage between the factual and interpersonal world between outdoor adventurers, enthusiasts, and the creatures we marvel at in the wild. It’s sure to stir up worthwhile conversations around the holiday dinner table — and it sure won’t sit in the back of your friend’s closet for the rest of the year! -Treeline writer, Josette Deschambeault


In her time not spent hiking, Treeline editor Liz Thomas hangs around playing board games about national parks.

Trekking: The National Parks Board Game

As an outdoor lover and board game fan, I was excited to find Trekking: The National Parks The Board Game at my go-to board game store in Denver. I purchased Trekking for myself in the winter as I dreamed of warmer temperatures and all the places I wanted to visit. I liked it so much that I bought a copy for my national park-obsessed sibling in October. 

Not only is the park theme something I am passionate about, but the game mechanics are clever on their own merits. In fact, Trekking has a high rating on Boardgamegeek, a website for tabletop gamers who could care less if the game's theme is aliens, trains, or factories as long as it’s fun. 

The cards in the game have facts about the national parks and exposed me to many parks that I hadn’t even heard of. Now, the list of national parks I want to visit is even bigger! 

Trekkin the national parks and trivia game board games

Trekking is a 45-minute game and works for up to 5 people. Unlike a Monopoly-style game, you can’t tell who the winner is until you’re counting up points at the end, so it’s unlikely to create the holiday family fighting associated with many other board games. I also like that the rules are straightforward; they’re easy for kids ages 8 and up to learn while still being fun for adults.

Trekking is also available as a new Trekkin’ the World game that includes UNESCO world heritage sites like Mt. Fuji and Machu Picchu. For those more into trivia, the Trekking National Parks Trivia game uses Price-is-Right-style rules to guess important dates and numbers. This way of winning alleviates some of the negative know-it-or-you-don’t feelings that Trivial Pursuit can sometimes give players. With beautiful art, fun mechanics, and positive feelings for game players, the Trekking games are a fun gift you can play with your friends and family during the holidays and beyond. -Treeline editor, Liz Thomas


Treeline writer Jocelyn Crawford with the Cotopaxi Tarak Del Dia climbing pack.

Cotopaxi Tarak Del Día 20L Climbing Pack

I received the Cotopaxi Tarak Del Dia 20 L climbing pack as a gift last holiday season and have been using non-stop ever since!

I’ve taken it on all-day multi-pitch climbs, on bouldering trips as a daypack, and even on my daily bike rides to the gym. It’s lightweight but comfortable, super durable, hydration bladder-compatible, and has the perfect number of various sized pockets for all your essentials. 

The many outer straps on the pack can accommodate ice axes or extra gear, but I’ve found them especially useful for clipping wet or dirty gear to the outside of the bag. All Tarak Del Dia packs are made with leftover material that would otherwise go to waste; this results in totally unique and fun color combos, making it fun to find the perfect design for the outdoor lover in your life! -Treeline writer, Jocelyn Crawford

Read More: Eco-friendly Gear Swaps to Reduce Your Environmental Footprint


National Geographic PCT wall map

Appalachian Trail or Pacific Crest Trail or Continental Divide Trail Wall Maps

Got a distance hiker in your life? Know someone headed on the trail this year? There’s nothing hikers love more than maps, and a wall map of their dream trail is the perfect inspiration to get them prepped for their next adventure. 

The National Geographic wall maps of the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail are something I have hanging on my own walls.

While dreaming of my next trail during a busy workday, these maps take me away to a different place. Just looking at the map of a trail that I’ve hiked before brings me calmness. Trail maps aren’t a spendy gift, but they will be much appreciated by anyone who has hiked the trails or someday hopes to take a backpacking trip on these iconic trails. 

Know a family member of someone headed on the trail? They’ll appreciate having a wall-sized overview map of the trail, too. That way, when their loved one is hiking, they can better understand where their loved one is relative to the whole trail and a bunch of other place-based hiker terms that get thrown around. 

Related: PCT Gear List & Strategy

Also of interest: Continental Divide Trail Gear List & Strategy

Read More: Appalachian Trail Gear List & Strategy

Pacific Crest Trail

Appalachian Trail

Continental Divide Trail


Micro send magnetic mini climbers

MicroSend Magnetic Mini Climbers

The MicroSend is a 2.7 oz miniaturized, magnetic route setting kit, complete with a miniature rope. It allows you to place 15 tiny magnetic holds and five quickdraws on metallic surfaces, like a fridge, office partition corners, or anywhere #vanlife or #overlanding take you.

Is it a necessary piece of kit? Absolutely not, according to us! But, it’s a fun gift idea that should be on every adventurers’ mind this holiday season. Some might argue that it can help with imaging routes they want to send in the wild. But to us, this is more about giving a fun and unique gift to others!

This is something we would definitely give to every single one of our favorite climbing buddies!

The magnetic Microsend holds work on a refrigerator so your magnetic toys can send before your eyes.

We never really thought we’d be putting together the following scenarios for fake plastic Jesus and windup-robot ‘WindR’, but they gave us great reviews of the MicroSend kit. “I knew sending the roof at the base of Freezer’s Ice Cube Crack (5.11b) would be tough, but we found ample holds and Robot cruised through it like a machine,” says fake plastic Jesus.

WindR adds: “Beep blow bzzz rrbt,” which translates: It was definitely tough, but I knew fake plastic Jesus would never let me down on the belay.

On a different route, fake plastic Jesus adds: “The holds and clips on Ranger’s Door (5.8) were solid even though the route was dirty. It was a hand jam crack I’ve wanted to complete for a long time. I knew the view of Antenna Tower would be stunning, and it didn’t disappoint.”

Microsend

Toys ascending a microsend route that the writer set up on the side of the truck.

Retailing at $19.95, it’s worth the beer money that your buddies will spend on you after a hard day of microsending-just make sure it’s not a microbeer.

It’s also great to know each purchase benefits The Access Fund, which helps promote sustainability and conservation for climbing crags and ensures climbers have access to crags. -Treeline writer, Chris Meehan

Are you a climber? Check out our other Rock Climbing guides:


Wearing his Garmin inReach Mini, Kelly Garrod mounts his climbing skins for a backcountry ski trip on the Continental Divide near Tennessee Pass, Colorado Photo by Dean Krakel

Garmin InReach Mini 2

The Garmin inReach Mini 2 may be the best present you can get for an outdoors person because it’s also a present for yourself! On an almost weekly basis, a safety-minded parent or spouse emails me about what to do about a loved one who loves to adventure solo. Since the invention of the inReach Mini, my answer has become simple: get that person this single gear item.

This two-way satellite transmitter turns a smartphone into a use-anywhere two-way texting machine. Plus, it has an SOS button to alert Search & Rescue in the case of an emergency. At only 3.5 ounces, even the most minimalist biker or backpacker won’t grumble at the weight. These days, almost every thru-hiker wears a Mini on their pack strap as part of their hiker uniform. We carry it on solo day hikes, on long bike rides, and bring it along on road trips where cell service isn’t certain.  

While the SOS button on the Mini Inreach means it is a safety device, we actually use it most often to coordinate pick-ups from trailheads or to let people know a more accurate time for when we'll be back home. The Mini also can also GPS track movement, which can be shared publicly or on a password-protected online map. -Liz Thomas, Editor in Chief

To learn more details about the Garmin inReach Mini 2, see our detailed review here.


Swiss army knife classic in the mountainous rocky mountain national park design with hikers

Pocket Knife or Swiss Army Knife Multi-Tool

Gifting a knife for the holidays is classic. A handy pocket knife or Swiss Army knife is a piece of gear that can save the day on a camping trip. I've used my knife to fix a broken trekking pole and sleeping pad and remove splinters. A Swiss Army knife is also useful for everyday life, for things like opening packages or as a bottle opener.

Many backpackers and hikers prefer a lightweight pocket knife that still has the essential features for survival and safety. We like the Victorinox Classic because of its weight (0.7 oz!), affordable cost, and selection of features that are just what we need in the backcountry. It’s also available in a multitude of colors and designs-from classic red, to National Park-themed, to an upscale wooden design. A pocket knife is small enough to be a stocking stuffer and is a practical gift that will be used for years.


Treeline Review editor Naomi Hudetz drinking treated water through her Sawyer filter.

Sawyer Mini Water Filter

A water filter is a handy gift for anyone who spends time outdoors. A water filter is a nice thing to have in a day pack, emergency bag, or to keep in the car during road trips. It’s also a great gift for the day hiker, camper, or distance cyclist who usually has all the water they need, but will want a way to treat water in case of emergency. 

A few years ago, back in my corporate job, I was assigned a Secret Santa. I didn’t know the guy but knew he was into the outdoors. The Sawyer Mini Water Filter was a great gift because I knew it was a piece of gear he’d use and it fits perfectly within the Secret Santa price limit. 

The Mini is a smaller, lightweight, and less expensive version of the Sawyer Squeeze, which won our Overall Best Water Filter award in our Best Water Filters and Purifiers guide. Unlike the Squeeze, the Mini comes in multiple colors and even a bulk variety pack--so you can gift a Mini to everyone in the family!


Light my fire firestarter

Fire Starter

There are two types of fire starters:

1) the ones that you can use instead of lighters or matches

2) the ones that make it easier to get a campfire going. 

I would argue that the outdoors person in your life would be thrilled to receive either.

First, for the type that you can use instead of lighters or matches: these aren’t the most practical piece of gear (seriously--it’s not that hard to bring a back-up Mini Bic these days). But making fire by striking a flint can be fun. Now, in an age riddled with wildfires, it’s important to make sure they’re used in a safe place (aka, not any National Forest or Park where fires are banned). 

For a “toy” to kill some time while car camping, there’s still nothing that quite beats the thrill of finally getting the spark to light. I like the Light my Fire Firelighting Kit that comes with everything you need to get your fire going and get your hot dogs or marshmallows roasted. Although it’s currently out of stock as a kit, you can assemble your own. It comes with the flint, an all-natural untreated high resin tinder, and a handy fork that attaches to a stick for roasting food over a fire. Plus, it’s made in Sweden and lasts for 3000 strikes. 

For the type of fire starter that keeps a persistent flame going so that kindling has enough time to catch, there’s everything from free and easily obtained dryer lint to the Shark Tank winning fire starter that can get fires going even underwater. Either type will be a hit while car camping, gathering around a fireplace at a cabin, or in the backyard fire pit.

Light my Fire Fire Starter

Instafire 


roll of duck brand duct tape in leopard print

FUN Duct Tape

A practical, inexpensive, and hilarious gift to give to any outdoors person is duct tape. Hikers and campers are infamous for fixing broken outdoor gear in a pinch with duct tape.

These days, it’s even possible to gift duct tape in fun colors and designs, to give the gift some more personality. If you’re looking for a non-gear item that will be used and is worthy of a chuckle, go for an assortment of patterned duct tape.


counter assault bear spray in red canister

Bear Spray-Pepper Spray for Bears!

Worried about a loved one going hiking or camping in a national park? Get them some Bear Spray! Bear spray is like pepper spray for bears and is a good idea for folks who enjoy spending time outdoors in bear country. Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park highly recommend users who hike into the backcountry to have bear spray on hand. Most thru-hikers on the Continental Divide Trail will carry bear spray for 1000 miles while they are in grizzly country.

If you’re thinking about gifting bear spray, it may also be worth also getting that person an inert bear spray to practice how to use the live canister. The inert bear spray is the same shape and size, but instead of having a pepper spray inside, it has a harmless substance. It’s much less expensive than the real thing, so it’s perfect for training.

Note that not all national parks allow bear spray-notably Yosemite and Kings Canyon ban them, so check to see what parks your friends or loved ones are visiting before getting this gift. Also, be aware that they can’t be brought on planes (they are an aerosol, after all).


leuko tape for hiking in red, white, and blue box

Leukotape and KT Tape

Leukotape for the feet and KT tape to support pained muscles may not be the hippest thing to gift an outdoors person. But for runners, trail runners, hikers, and backpackers, it’s an essential item. 

Too often, I run into an outdoor enthusiast who knows they should use tape, but can’t seem to get themselves to purchase it. They'll bum off friends and swear that the pain will go away soon.

When you gift them sports tape, it means they’ll always have it on hand and will have no excuses not topractice the self-care they need.

Leukotape

KT Tape


osprey skarab hydration pack in red

Hydration Pack

For runners, hikers, cyclists, and mountain bikers, a hydration pack is one of those items that can really level up an outdoor adventure. A hydration pack is a backpack with a pouch for a water bag. That hydration reservoir is attached to a hose that makes it easy to drink while on the go.

While it’s easy enough for most hikers and runners to stop and drink from a water bottle, having the on-demand hose makes staying hydrated much easier. What makes the hydration pack special is that it is designed to balance the weight of the water to reduce stress on shoulders. A pack will often feel uneven when a water bottle is stashed on one side of a backpack, but that’s not an issue with a hydration pack!

Our favorite hydration pack so far is the men’s and women’s Osprey Skarab. It’s got a great balance of features and price, and it has enough volume to stash a jacket, snacks, and other essentials. It’s perfect for weekend day hikes, festivals, or being on the go.

Related: Best Mountain Bike Backpacks

Read More: Best Mountain Bike Hip Packs


Treeline editor Naomi Hudetz found an umbrella on the Oregon Desert Trail to be an essential item.

Pocket SUN Umbrella

An umbrella may not seem like an essential gear item, but once you’ve hiked with one, it’s hard to go back. In the rain, it keeps water off your rain jacket, which keeps you feeling warmer. In the sun, it can be used for shade. A high-quality pocket umbrella doesn’t weigh much or take up much room in a backpack, but can give a lot of peace of mind should a storm come.

While I own a pocket umbrella for hiking, more often than not, I use that same umbrella for going around town. Outdoor pocket umbrellas are designed to be sturdier in the wind than everyday umbrellas. They also weigh less and are more compact. That makes them convenient for use in town, for travel and commuting, and of course, for the outdoors.

An outdoors person will be thrilled to receive a lightweight umbrella-even if they end up using it more around town than in the backcountry!


hot hands handwarmers in orange packaging

HAND AND TOE WARMERS

When their outdoor activity of choice takes you into cold weather, having a way to warm your hands and toes can be a big mood booster. Luckily, humans have invented ways to have instant warmth that lasts for eight hours. Handwarmers and toe warmers use a chemical reaction to create warmth on demand. They can be kept in a car or stored with your gear, such as in a jacket pocket until you need it. Then, you simply break a capsule inside of the protective shell and it generates heat that lasts hours. 

Whether the people you're giving gifts to are skiers, snowboarders, snowshoers, bikers, or into winter camping, hand and toe warmers can stave off frostbite (or at least make your hands and feet a lot happier). We’ve known thru-hikers to carry these for cold nights in the desert. Anyone with Raynaud’s will appreciate the extra heat. Plus, if you’ve got a few stockings to stuff, you can buy these in bulk and split them up over several gifts.

Related: Best Ski Gloves and Best Winter Gloves for Running, Hiking, and Cycling


Gift card

Still unsure about what to gift a friend or loved one? There’s always the traditional gift card. If the outdoors is their jam, the REI gift card is classic.

Skier? Evo has the best selection of specialized ski gears. The Evo Gift card will be a specialized-enough gift that they’ll be impressed you did your research. Not really sure what would be best? There’s always the Amazon Gift Card. Regardless of their interest, you’ll surely be able to find the right gift card for them!

REI gift card with skis and cabin and snow on it