The Best Gifts for Campers

Give the gift of cozy with this zip-up sweater from Patagonia. Manufactured with bluesign®-approved, recycled polyester fleece, the Better Sweater jacket looks as chic on the trail as it does when you’re curled up on a couch reading a novel. Zippered handwarmer pockets will help your loved one secure essentials like a wallet and phone, while a stand-up collar keeps the draft out when the wind blows. Buy women's. Buy men's.

Maybe your giftee has borrowed your stove a time too many. Or maybe you're hoping they'll be inspired to wake up first to put on coffee in the morning. Whatever the reason, you can't go wrong with a Jetboil, the perfect prezzie for a camper or a backpacker. The Flash all-in-one cooking system combines a burner and pot that will bring a liter of water to boil in roughly 3 minutes and 20 seconds (but who's counting?). It's easy to pack with no folding parts and a push-button igniter, so it's always ready to go. Buy here.

Why should the coffee lover on your list suffer in silence just because they’re out in the wilderness? Thiss Single-Serve Pour Over Coffee pack friom Kuju Coffee offers a rich-tasting, camp-friendly brew with hints of chocolate, honey and oats. Each of this bundle’s six lightweight pouches is premeasured for one perfect cup of Joe—just tear off the top and add boiling water. The 100% recyclable filters are easy to pack in, pack out and dispose of, whether your giftee is on a long-distance trek or vanlifing off the grid. Pair it with a Stanley Stay Hot Camp Mug (it has a lid for splash-free sipping) for the ultimate portable caffeination bundle. Buy here.

The camping obsessive on your list will never again suffer a bad night’s sleep with the XL Wide Roamer Sleeping Pad from NEMO. It's certainly not ultralight at 5 pounds, 6 ounces, but it's ultraluxurious, with 4 inches of pad thickness and 78-inch total length. At 30 inches wide, it’s also a spectacular choice for stomach and side sleepers who might not love narrow, standard-issue mummy pads. The Roamer's bluesign®-certified 100% recycled materials—including a soft, 50-denier stretch fabric up top—will ensure that your outdoorsy friend will sleep easily in the woods. Buy here.

Whether you’re shopping for an avid car camper, a fun-loving festivalgoer or a new-to-the-game outdoor explorer, the REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent is a sturdy, classic design offering 3-season frontcountry comfort. With two spacious vestibules that double as porch areas, it offers enough room to lay down four regular-size sleeping pads, but it's also perfect for two adventurers and a child or large dog (with plenty of floor left for gear). Waterproof 75-denier polyester taffeta offers durable protection from the wind and rain. Just don’t forget the tent’s footprint, sold separately, for extra protection from the cold and wet. Buy here.

Time and again, co-op customers have rated the Flexlite Camp Boss Chair from REI Co-op as their favorite camp chair for backpacking and other outdoor pursuits when space and weight are at a premium. At 2 pounds and 14 ounces, this lightweight camp throne is newly refreshed with an improved 300-pound weight limit and a wider scoop-style seat. It’s made with extra-tough ripstop polyester that sports a nonfluorinated durable water repellent (DWR) finish, so your giftee need not worry about an afternoon drizzle. Buy here.

Up the cozy factor of your friend's woodsy setup with this two-person loveseat from Mountain Summit Gear. The double chair offers palatial seating for you and your friend (and even a medium-size furry friend) to relax and unwind, whether you're enjoying a weekend in the wilderness or a movie night in your backyard. It's a solid choice for the person who loves car and backyard camping. In fact, campers and REI Co-op staff love this chair so much we gave it an Editors' Choice Award. Buy here.

Get your favorite organizational maven the gift they really want—a tidy trunk and closet—with the REI Co-op Trailgate packing system. The large Trailgate Gear Bin comes in three sizes, ranging from 60 to 140 liters, and is compatible with the Trailgate Gear Cubes (sold separately) for a plug-and-play setup that transitions from home to car to camp with ease. A heavy-duty nylon bottom allows for worry-free lugging around camp, and a nonfluorinated durable water repellent (DWR) finish on the bin’s underside keeps your most precious gear and outdoor apparel dry, no matter the weather. Buy here.

While you might see an oddly-shaped metal water bottle, the avid hiker and camper on your list sees a no-fuss water filtration system, designed to save time and effort on the trail. The bottle purifies water with an eight-second press, a pretty sweet alternative to the endless pumping and squeezing often involved in other systems. Plus, unlike many other options, this filter is strong enough to remove both bacteria and viruses, perfect for international adventures. The titanium bottle can heat directly on a camp stove too, doubling as a lightweight cookpot, but if you’re on a gifting budget, Grayl also offers a non-titanium version. Buy here.

Help your handiest buddy trim the fat (and extra weight) off their standard-issue multi-tool with this streamlined stunner from Leatherman. A built-in carabiner seamlessly clips to belt loops and bag straps, and its stainless-steel knife blade locks into place when in use. Included is a thoughtful assortment of only the most essential tools, like both Phillips and flathead bits, needle-nose and regular pliers, wire cutters, and a bottle opener. All that weighs in at a scant 5 ounces, ideal for the gram-counting ultralighter in your life. Buy here.

A satellite communication device benefits both giver and receiver by offering peace of mind. This pocket-size one from Garmin, a mainstay with climbers, thru-hikers and trekkers alike, weighs in at a featherlight 3.5 ounces. The inReach Mini 2 makes it possible to text, receive weather reports and send SOS signals from the most far-flung locales, where cell phones don’t always work. Just pair with a Garmin satellite subscription for the month or the year, and they’ll be all set for the backcountry. Buy here.

For the warm weather hiker in your crew, consider the high-performance Hike Light Cushion Crew Socks from Smartwool. Sure, they look like they’re ready to party with their fun colors, but they are made for sweaty, high-output exercise, sporting body-mapped mesh zones for ultimate breathability. Virtually Seamless™ toes make for a chafe-free fit, and 37% recycled nylon fabric make them more durable than a purely merino sock. Buy here. (They also come in a version for women.)

Get the camper in your life excited for their next overnight with the HunkerDown 20 Sleeping Bag from REI Co-op. Its 3-season warmth, thoughtful features and spacious geometry (great for side sleepers) make it a versatile pick for many types of campers.  

Plus, this bag appeals to outdoor adventurers across experience levels, so you can feel good about your gift regardless of where your loved one is on their camp journey. Its less-restrictive silhouette (compared to a mummy-shape bag) makes the HunkerDown 20 a great option for those newer to camping who want comfort and movement. Its 3-season warmth appeals to more experienced campers who go out more often. Buy here. (It also comes in a double.)

For the camping curious or the newbie adventurer, the REI Co-op Trailmade Backpacking Bundle is the ultimate present. It comes with three backpacking essentials—a 3-season tent, mummy-shape sleeping bag and self-inflating sleeping pad—for the budding outdoor enthusiast in need of the essentials. Plus, the bundle includes a footprint to protect the bottom of the tent from wear. Though it's lightweight enough for shouldering on backcountry trails, it's also a popular choice among car campers. Buy here.

Warm, cozy friends make the best tentmates, so do yourself a solid and gift your camping partner this quilt. It's stuffed with insulation like a sleeping bag, making it a toastier option than a single-layer blanket. That doesn't mean high maintenance, though. Your giftee can toss it in the washing machine and dryer, which makes a Rumpl a great option for throwing on the dirt. And at just over 2 pounds (for the one-person size), it's easy to tote. Buy here.

Whether it's used as an overnight bag, a gym tote or a just-in-case carry-on, duffels are downright handy. This bluesign®-approved hauler from REI Co-op features daisy chains on both sides (great for lashing down a spare puffy or your kid's stuffed animal), an easy-to-grab contoured end handle and a pack-awayable shoulder strap. It also comes with a packing cube that's capable of stowing the duffel itself or can be used as an interior (underwear?) organizer. Bonus: The recycled polyester construction is abrasion- and water-resistant. Buy here.

Give the gift of relaxation with this do-it-all-hammock from ENO. The DoubleNest is a versatile sling and an REI Editors' Choice Award Winner. Your giftee can kick their feet up in the park, at the campground or even in their backyard when weather permits.

Of course, the only thing better than hammocking alone is hammocking with a friend, and the DoubleNest has generous dimensions for sharing. At 76 inches wide, this palatial sling fits a pair comfortably—and those XL dimensions also make the DoubleNest a bit more luxurious if your giftee is hanging solo. They can lie down diagonally across it to minimize the taco effect from the taller walls (it's 16 inches wider than the SingleNest) or sit perpendicular across the middle with their feet dangling off the side, like a captain's seat. Buy here.

Help your buddy feel like they've walked onto their very own Instagram influencer shoot by giving the gift of sparkle. One hundred high-efficiency LEDs adorn this 30-foot strand, offering eight brightness settings and six modes (solid light, fade in/out, strobe, flash and fire-crackle) for creating the perfect ambiance. At only 1.6 ounces, the REVEL GEAR Trail Hound might find its way into a backpacker's camp setup too. Buy here.

Fuel your loved one's daydreams of warm-weather camping trips and outdoor barbecues by gifting them the YETI Hopper Flip 12 Soft Cooler. It's ideal for toting libations, snacks and other chilled items from car to camp. A wide, cushy strap makes for a comfortable carry, and a closed-cell rubber foam ensures your stuff stays cold. A leakproof zipper is just the cherry on top. Buy here.

The Nalgene Sustain Wide-Mouth has become a trusty take-anywhere companion thanks to its Goldilocks weight, versatility and price—making it the perfect gift for the backpacker in your life. And the latest Nalgene Sustain uses Tritan Renew™, a BPA-free material derived from 50% recycled content.

What's more: The wide cap loop allows for easy carrying and lashing, so your loved one can clip keys onto it or attach it to a backpack, climbing harness or bear hang. It can also double as a warm compress. Just tell your person to fill it with boiling water and toss it in their sleeping bag on a frigid night. This gift is a no-brainer. The only hard decision is choosing among the 14 color or graphic options. Buy here or here.