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Outdoor Gifts Under 50

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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Blue Jay / SM Darn Tough Hiker Quarter Midweight Sock - Women's Darn Tough Hiker Quarter Midweight Sock - Women's Darn Tough Sage / SM Darn Tough Hiker Quarter Midweight Sock - Women's Darn Tough
+5
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+1
$23.00
$23.00
Backpack space comes at a premium, but you won’t have to sacrifice premium comfort with our women’s quarter hiking socks. Redesigned with athlete and customer input, we upgraded these Merino Wool s...
Gray / LRG Darn Tough Coolmax Micro Crew Hiking Sock - Women's Darn Tough Coolmax Micro Crew Hiking Sock - Women's Darn Tough Darn Tough Woman's Coolmax® Micro Crew Hiking Sock Darn Tough
+3
+2
+1
$25.00
$25.00
The ultimate companion for hot summer hikes. Coolmax® moves moisture away from your skin and dries fast while legendary Darn Tough construction brings comfort, durability and fit to the trail. Pe...
Sb Spf 30 Lip Balm Assorted Sun Bum Sun Bum SPF 30 Lip Balm Assorted Sun Bum
$3.99
$3.99
Our fav SPF lip balm with Aloe and Vitamin E to protect and moisturize your kisser all day long. Sunscreen Lip Balm SPF 30 - CoconutGrab as many as you can because we literally can't keep any of ou...
Adventure Medical Kits Water Resistant Kit ADVENTURE MEDICAL KITS Adventure Medical Kits Water Resistant Kit Adventure Medical Kits
$8.99
$8.99
The Adventure First Aid Water-Resistant contains basic first aid necessities to treat cuts, scrapes, insect bites and blisters in a portable, highly water-resistant, hard-shell case. Pack it on a d...
Light Gray / SM Smartwool Run Targeted Cushion Ankle Socks - Women's Smartwool Corp Black / MED Smartwool Run Targeted Cushion Ankle Socks - Women's SMARTWOOL CORP
+3
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+1
$21.00
$21.00
Putting in mile after mile on training runs requires comfortable footwear, starting with your socks. Our Women’s Run Targeted Cushion Ankle Socks are designed to fit well, feel great, and perform e...
Medium Gray / LRG Smartwool Run Targeted Cushion Ankle Socks - Men's Smartwool Corp Black / MED Smartwool Run Targeted Cushion Ankle Socks - Men's Smartwool Corp
+5
+4
+3
+2
+1
$21.00
$21.00
Be sure to start your next run with footwear that offers as much comfort as possible. Our Run Targeted Cushion Ankle Socks are designed with cushion on the most impact-prone areas—the ball and heel...
Light Gray / LRG Smartwool Run Zero Cushion Low Ankle Socks - Men's SMARTWOOL CORP Black / MED Smartwool Run Zero Cushion Low Ankle Socks - Men's SMARTWOOL CORP
+4
+3
+2
+1
$18.00
$18.00
Running can be grueling, but that doesn’t mean it has to be completely uncomfortable. With our Zero Cushion Low Ankle run socks, you get the comfort and durability that will help make every mile fe...
20 COUNT KAT MICROPUR TABLETS 20CT KATADYN NORTH AMERICA 20 COUNT Katadyn Micropur Tablets 20CT Katadyn North America
$11.95
$11.95
White / SM Smartwool Run Targeted Cushion Low Ankle Socks - Women's Smartwool Corp Black / SM Smartwool Run Targeted Cushion Low Ankle Socks - Women's SMARTWOOL CORP
+8
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+5
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+3
$19.00
$19.00
Whether you run on a track, on a sidewalk, or on a trail, you want your feet to stay as comfortable as possible. These low ankle socks are built to help with that. They offer a dialed-in women's sp...
30% Off
Black / SM Patagonia Baggies Longs 7 Patagonia Baggies Longs 7
+3
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from $48.30
from $48.30
$69.00
Rugged, multifunctional shorts with a mesh liner that are designed for use in and out of the water. They are made of quick-drying NetPlus® 100% postconsumer recycled nylon faille made from recycled...
30% Off
Black / XS Patagonia Baggies Shorts 5 Patagonia Baggies Shorts 5
+3
+2
+1
from $48.30
from $48.30
$69.00
We updated our classic Women’s Baggies™ Shorts for improved comfort and fit that works for even more of us. They have a higher rise and simplified stitching on the waistband for all-day wear, and t...
30% Off
Vessel Blue / XS Patagonia Barely Baggies Shorts 2½ Patagonia Barely Baggies Shorts 2½
+4
+3
+2
+1
$48.30
$48.30
$69.00
Updated for improved fit, the Barely Baggies™ Shorts have a higher rise and more comfortable leg openings. They have our P-6 logo at the left hem and are made of 100% recycled nylon with a DWR (dur...
30% Off
Patagonia Men's Baggies Shorts - 5 Patagonia Baggies Shorts - 5
+8
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+6
+5
+4
+3
from $48.30
from $48.30
$69.00
These rugged, multifunctional shorts have a mesh liner and are designed for use in and out of the water. They're built with quick-drying NetPlus® 100% postconsumer recycled nylon faille made from r...
Heather Green / Medium Cascade Designs Seal Line E-Case Medium Cascade Designs Heather Green / Medium Cascade Designs Seal Line E-Case Medium Cascade Designs
$33.95
$33.95
Submersible protection for everyday essentials. Perfect for ensuring your everyday essentials stay dry, the E-Case delivers submersible protection while maintaining full functionality of touchscree...
Honey Brown / SM Duck Head Short Sleeve Logo T-Shirt - Men's Duck Head Duck Head Short Sleeve Logo T-Shirt - Men's Duck Head
+7
+6
+5
+4
+3
+2
$42.00
$42.00
No matter where your next adventure takes you, this versatile T-Shirt is ready to accompany you on your journey. The original Duck Head logo T-shirt will be your all-time favorite from the first ti...
Alpine Dawn / 20 Ruffwear Crag Reflective Dog Collar Ruffwear Crag Reflective Dog Collar Ruffwear
+3
+2
+1
$29.95
$29.95
The Crag Collar is an everyday dog collar with reflective Tubelok™ webbing and an easy-to-use side-release buckle. Reflective thread is woven into the comfortable and durable webbing, available in ...
Orange/large / LRG Ruffwear Hydro Plane Floating Throw Toy Ruffwear Ruffwear Hydro Plane Floating Throw Toy Ruffwear
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$24.95
$24.95
High-Floating Soft Foam Disc For the dog whose passion for fetch knows no bounds, the pontoon-like Hydro Plane floats high on snow and water alike for year-round performance. Dogs learning to fe...
Wild Waterline: Utility Blue Patagonia Take A Stand Trucker Hat - Men's Patagonia Inc Wild Waterline: River Rock Green Patagonia Take A Stand Trucker Hat - Men's Patagonia Take A Stand Trucker Hat - Men's Patagonia Inc
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+1
$39.00
$39.00
As anglers, we see firsthand the dramatic effects of climate change on our fisheries and, ultimately, our planet. We must protect our home waters and keeping plastics out of marine environments is ...
Blue Q Dont Make Mommy Be A B***h Crew Socks - Women's Blue Q Dont Make Mommy Be A B***h Crew Socks - Women's Blue Q Blue Q Dont Make Mommy Be A B***h Crew Socks - Women's Blue Q Dont Make Mommy Be A B***h Crew Socks - Women's Blue Q
$14.99
$14.99
Most of the time, I've got all the patience in the world. Other times, I've got abso-fucking-lutely none of it. Not a speck. Women's shoe size 5-10. 55% combed cotton; 43% nylon; 2% spandex.  Wove...
Blue Q Aunts Are The S**t Crew Socks - Women's Blue Q Aunts Are The S**t Crew Socks - Women's Blue Q Blue Q Aunts Are The S**t Crew Socks - Women's Blue Q Aunts Are The S**t Crew Socks - Women's Blue Q
$14.99
$14.99
All the fun stuff, none of the responsibility. It's no wonder she brings the party! Women's shoe size 5-10. 52% combed cotton; 46% nylon; 2% spandex.  Woven with luxurious combed cotton for softne...