28 Best Outdoor Gifts for Women Who Love Adventure
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Find the perfect gift for the outdoor loving woman in your life! We’ve collected the best outdoor gift ideas for outdoorsy women that will get her excited for her next trip outdoors.
If there’s an outdoorsy woman in your life—the type that would rather hit the trail than the nail salon or jump in an alpine lake instead of lay on the beach at a resort—then this outdoor gift guide is for you!
As an outdoors loving gal myself, I’ve put this list together to help you find the perfect gift that she will be excited to receive. This gift guide everything from stylish-yet-functional outdoor clothing, hiking gear, camping equipment, road trip essentials, gadgets and games.
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Best outdoor gifts for her
Marmot Roice Pullover
This cozy pullover is stylish enough to wear around town, while still being totally functional to wear at a campsite. Personally, it’s been one of my favorite wardrobe additions this year.
Bloom Wildly Bandana
Bandanas are one of those items that come in handy in SO many ways in the outdoors. We love the rugged yet feminine design of this bandana and that United By Blue removes a pound of trash from the oceans for every product sold.
prAna Becksa Leggings
If you’re wondering “Does she really need another pair of leggings?” let me tell you, the answer is probably yes! The Becksa leggings from are prAna are perfect for everything from yoga to hiking, offer UPF 50+ sun protection, and are Fair Trade Certified.
Camping Slippers
I hate having cold feet while we’re camping (or any time!), which is why a pair of slippers with sturdy soles are a must at the campsite. Michael bought me a pair of these Old Friend slippers for our first Valentine’s Day nearly 8 years ago and they are still going strong!
Peak Design Capture Camera Clip
A great gift for a shutterbug, this clever camera clip attaches your camera to any backpack strap so that it remains accessible and easy to carry on hikes.
AeroPress Travel Press
The Aeropress Travel Press is an ideal gift for a coffee lover on the go! Aeropress took it’s classic coffee maker design and remade it to fit into a compact, travel/hiking/camping friendly package—it all fits together into a cup with a lid (that also stores the filters!).
Smartwool Base Layers
Perfect for adding extra warmth while hiking, backpacking, or skiing, Smartwool base layers are moisture wicking, comfy (no itchy wool here!), and slim-fitted enough to wear under other clothes without feeling restrictive.
Comfy Camp Chair
Whether it rocks (pictured), is super compact, or has extra cushion, a comfy camp chair will be appreciated by any outdoorsy woman.
Wool Hiking Socks
Help keep her feet happy with a pair of wool hiking socks! There are a ton of options, but FITS and Darn Tough (pictured) are our recommended brands. FITS are the most comfortable, but Darn Tough has an awesome lifetime guarantee (and yes, we’ve tested it out a few times!)
Juniper Ridge Body Wash
For women who enjoy woodsy and earthy scents over the flowery or fruity, Juniper Ridge bath products will be a welcomed change of pace. With body wash scents like Redwood Mist, Coastal Pine, and Desert Cedar, you can treat her to a relaxing bath experience that matches her favorite landscape.
Patagonia Nine Trails 26L Daypack
This durable, water resistant Patagonia daypack is perfect for women who enjoy hiking! The main compartment has a large, U-shaped zipper to make it easy to find what’s packed inside, a structured frame helps carry the load, and the mesh back panel helps wick sweat and helps with breathability.
Nomadix Quick Dry Towel
The Nomadix quick drying towels are great to have on camping trips, or to roll up and carry on a hike in case there is a lake to jump into! We love that these towels are made of recycled water bottles, and they come in a bunch of fun National Parks designs.
Insulated Wine Glasses
This is a fun gift for the wine (or cocktail!) lover. These insulated wine glasses will keep her drink cold, and are non-breakable, so they are great for tossing into a backpack or camping gear box. Yeti and Hydro Flask both make great options, and Hydro Flask also makes an insulated wine bottle to complete the set.
Sunski Polarized Sunglasses
Polarized sunglasses are a must for anyone who spends a lot of time in the sun. These Sunski polarized sunglasses made from recycled plastic are stylish, durable, and backed by a lifetime warranty so she’ll never have to worry about bringing them on any adventure!
Patagonia Fleece Headband
The solution to the “My ears are cold but I don’t want to put a beanie over my bun” dilemma is solved with this fleece headband from Patagonia!
Rumpl NanoLoft Camp Blanket
She’ll love curling up in front of the campfire with this Rumpl camp blanket. It’s made from recycled synthetic material that mimics down, but it’s vegan-friendly and easier to clean.
Sorel Explorer Joan Boots
These waterproof, insulated, fleece lined Sorel boots are super cute and would be perfect for walking around in slushy winter weather. They even have a rubberized outsole to help with grip.
Buff CoolNet UV+
A neck gaiter, a head band, a mask, a balaclava… there are a dozen different ways to use a buff! This one is made of cooling, UPF fabric for added protection.
United by Blue Travel Case
This United By Blue kit bag is water and stain resistant, making it perfect to bring along on camping and road trips! In addition to helping keep anything from toiletries to power cords organized, she’ll love that it’s responsibly produced from recycled water bottles.
Ursa Major Skin Products
Long days playing outside can leave skin feeling wrecked, so Ursa Major’s natural, plant-based skin products would be a welcomed gift to any outdoorsy gal! Their Golden Hour Recovery Cream is great for rehydrating dry skin, or their 4-1 Essential Face Wipes (pictured) are perfect for stashing in daypacks or gym bags for a face refresh after a hike or bike ride.
USB Camp Lights
Strung up in the trees around the campfire, over the picnic table, or in the tent, these LED twinkle lights are a super fun gift that will brighten up her next camping trip.
Vuori Clementine Shorts
Vouri’s Clementine shorts are my personal favorites for hiking, running, and water sports because they are lightweight and super quick to dry. They also come in a longer, 4” inseam size. These would be a great addition to any outdoorsy woman’s closet.
Zippo HeatBank 9 Rechargeable Hand Warmer
This rechargeable hand warmer is a great item to have for hikes, camping, or winter adventures. It provides up to 9 hours of warmth for cold hands and doubles as a portable battery bank for small electronics like phones.
Blundstone Chelsea Boots
These rugged-yet-comfortable Blundstone Chelsea boots can take a beating around camp and still look great walking around town. They also make an insulated version which I personally own and love.
Kammok Roo Hammock
Give her the gift of relaxation with this Kammok Roo Hammock! Who wouldn’t love a place to kick up her feet with a book or a good podcast? This is perfect to take camping, or just string up in the backyard.
Barebones Forest Lantern
The Barebones Forest Lantern is a classy take on a vintage camp lantern–with modern upgrades like being USB-rechargeable. It’s super functional while also adding a hip factor to the campsite (we used these at our wedding and loved them!).
Ignik Heated Sleeping Bag Liner
I didn’t even know this was missing from my camping gear until researching this gift guide! This heated sleeping bag liner claims to add 20F to your sleeping bag and heats via 12v or USB battery. I haven’t tried it personally, but it seems like a cozy idea for women who enjoy camping but sleep on the cold side.
Parks Project National Parks Minimalist Playing Cards
These playing cards feature minimalist illustrations of the National Parks and would be a fun gift for any parks lover!
Looking for more ideas? Check out these camping gifts, gifts for outdoorsmen, and sustainable outdoor gifts guides!
