Outdoor Gifts Under 50

Welcome to The Backpacker's Gift Guide for 2025, your ultimate resource for finding the perfect gifts for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Discover a handpicked selection of top-rated gear, apparel, and accessories that will elevate every backpacking and outdoor experience. Whether you're shopping for the seasoned backpacker or someone new to the outdoor world, our gift guide is designed to inspire and delight. Explore the latest trends, must-have essentials, and time-tested favorites that embody quality, functionality, and style. We've made your gift-giving journey easier by showcasing the best, ensuring you can provide the ultimate joy of exploration, connection with nature, and unforgettable adventures.

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LAR / MED Howler Bros Men's Pocket T-Shirt - Trucha Howler Bros Men's Pocket T-Shirt - Trucha Howler Bros

$40.00

Description We use our Howler blended t-shirts as the canvas for classic Howler designs and original creations. Made with supremely soft cotton-poly blend for maximum comfort and style. Features ...

White / SM Aftco Men's Goat Short Sleeve Shirt in White Aftco Men's Goat Short Sleeve Shirt in White Aftco

$32.00

Unleash your adventurous spirit with the Men's AFTCO Goat Tee. Inspired by the untamed wilderness, this shirt combines rugged durability with a touch of urban edge. Elevate your casual wardrobe wit...

Anemone Heather / MED Aftco Men's Samurai 2 Short Sleeve T-shirt Aftco Men's Samurai 2 Short Sleeve T-shirt Aftco

Sea Sponge Heather / SM Aftco Men's Samurai 2 Short Sleeve T-shirt Aftco Men's Samurai 2 Short Sleeve T-shirt Aftco

$32.00

The most popular sun protection shirt, the Samurai, is now available in a short sleeve. The Samurai logo is featured on the back of the shirt and made of the same material as the long sleeve sam...

Deep Navy / MED Aftco Men's Strike Swim Short Print in Deep Navy Aftco Men's Strike Swim Short Print in Deep Navy Aftco

Aftco Men's Strike Swim Short Print in Deep Navy Aftco Men's Strike Swim Short Print in Deep Navy Aftco

$45.00

The Strike swim trunks have everything anglers need for a day on or by the water. 4-way stretch, UPF 50, and DWR stain resistance to maximize performance and comfort. Strike has hand pockets at ...

STRMGRY Eagle Creek Undercover Rfid Money Belt Eagle Creek Undercover Rfid Money Belt EAGLE CREEK

$35.00

Nothing distracts you more from enjoying a trip than worrying about whether or not your personal items are secure. So nip that worry in the bud with our handy Undercover RFID Money Belt. An essenti...

Storm Grey Eagle Creek Undercover Rfid Neck Wallet Eagle Creek Undercover Rfid Neck Wallet EAGLE CREEK

$29.00

Keep your adventures wild and your personals protected with our tried-and-true Undercover RFID Neck Wallet. Made to be worn discreetly under clothing, this bag holds passports, credit cards, cash, ...

White / SM Southern Marsh Color Bands Tee Mardi Gras Longsleeve - Men's Southern Marsh Color Bands Tee Mardi Gras Longsleeve - Men's Southern Marsh

Southern Marsh Color Bands Tee Mardi Gras Longsleeve - Men's Southern Marsh Color Bands Tee Mardi Gras Longsleeve - Men's Southern Marsh

$42.00

Feel like you're back on Bourbon Street in the Mardi Gras Color Bands Tee! Crafted from a breathable cotton-blended fabric, you’ll stay comfortable and dry, no matter how you celebrate. The bold, ...

Cotopaxi Kapai 1.5L Hip Pack - Del Dia Earth Cotopaxi Kapai 1.5L Hip Pack - Del Dia Earth Cotopaxi

$35.00

Our bestselling hip pack in a monochromatic color drop, featuring one-of-a-kind combos of leftover fabrics. The exact appearance of the specific pack you receive will be a surprise. Q: What makes...

Del Dia Cotopaxi Bataan 3 Liter Del Dia Fanny Pack Cotopaxi Bataan 3 Liter Del Dia Fanny Pack Cotopaxi

$32.50

Each pack in this collection is one-of-a-kind. We’ll choose a pack for you at random. Be prepared for a total surprise! All products in the (Re)Purpose™ Collection use fabric leftover from other co...

Denim / MED Darn Tough Light Hiker Quarter Lightweight Hiking Sock - Men's Darn Tough Light Hiker Quarter Lightweight Hiking Sock - Men's Darn Tough

Darn Tough Light Hiker Quarter Lightweight Hiking Sock - Men's Darn Tough Light Hiker Quarter Lightweight Hiking Sock - Men's Darn Tough

$22.00

All the features you expect from our Light Hiker collection, but now in 1/4 sock height. Modest enough for a Victorian aristocrat, and equally familiar with dominating vast stretches of land, these...

Goodr That New Asphalt Smell Goodr That New Asphalt Smell Goodr

$35.00

Ahhh, nothing beats the nostalgic smell of new asphalt. No? Just us? Well THIS is awkward...whether you enjoy or hate the smell, you’ll LOVE these: the perfect half-rim, dual-lens wrap frame with a...

Goodr Fashion Week Dropout Goodr Fashion Week Dropout Goodr

$25.00

Fashion Week, smashion week. Who needs it? Obviously, not YOU. You're far too cutting-edge. Too avant-garde. A fashion revolutionary, if you will. Just like these black wide-fit, oversized flat-top...

Blue / 5L Cascade Designs Discovery View Dry Bag 5 Liter Cascade Designs Discovery View Dry Bag 5 Liter Cascade Designs

$29.95

Thanks to its transparent materials, it's easy to save time and energy by swiftly identifying contents in our waterproof Discovery View dry bag. The PurgeAir™ valve quickly vents trapped air ...

Castor Grey The North Face Stormbreak 1 Footprint The North Face Stormbreak 1 Footprint The North Face

$45.00

The Stormbreak 1 Footprint helps shield your tent floor from the cooler—and sometimes wet or abrasive—ground, helping to prolong the life of the tent floor. You can also use them in fly-only pitchi...

Castor Grey The North Face Stormbreak 2 Footprint The North Face Stormbreak 2 Footprint The North Face

$45.00

The Stormbreak 2 Footprint helps shield your tent floor from the cooler—and sometimes wet or abrasive—ground, helping to prolong the life of the tent floor. You can also use them in fly-only pitchi...

Black / MED Smartwool Everyday Athletic Striped Crew Socks - Men's Smartwool Everyday Athletic Striped Crew Socks - Men's Smartwool Corp

White / MED Smartwool Everyday Athletic Striped Crew Socks - Men's Smartwool Everyday Athletic Striped Crew Socks - Men's Smartwool Corp

$23.00

Classic style meets daily comfort in our Everyday Athletic Striped Crew Socks. The extra stretch comfort fit system is ideal for larger feet and ankles, or a less compressive fit for everyone else....

Charcoal Duck Camp Grandpa Hat Trout Duck Camp Grandpa Hat Trout Duck Camp

$36.00

No matter what your favorite species of trout is - Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brown or Brook - you'll be repping the ultimate freshwater sportfish with this hat. Features: Polyester shell fabric keeps ...

Medium Brown Arcade Belts Atlas Arcade Belts Atlas Arcade Belts

$39.95

Freedom in a belt. Fine-tuned from years of adventuring, the Atlas is the new standard for performance stretch belts. Features our patented A2 buckle that feeds and releases effortlessly, and ...

Black Peak Design Ultralight Packing Cube 3-Pack (XXS/XS/S) Peak Design Ultralight Packing Cube 3-Pack (XXS/XS/S) Peak Design

$49.95

A family of ultralight minimalist pouches offered in a range of new sizes, colors, and fabrics, designed to give you total organizational bliss for all the random odds-and-ends you're traveling wit...

Jason Markk Repel Spray Jason Markk Repel Spray Jason Markk

$18.00

A stain & water repellant that performs and is earth friendly Our water-based Repel formula is VOC-free and does not contain PFAS, PFOA or PFCs (forever chemicals). It safely creates a durabl...